Downtown George Town
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Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
You can learn about the history of Little India when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Fort Cornwallis
Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown George Town
Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
Clean room & comfortable. Thin walls, could hear neighbours constantly. The bathroom seemed dated, but not really an issue. Staff were fabulous!
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Wonderful hotel , clean and the pillows are so comfortable. We rested well
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Areca Hotel Penang
The rooms were large with a separate office / luggage area. Classic building in great condition. Staff was excellent. And easy to get to a variety of locations in the city. Definitely would stay here again.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Excellent room, amenities, food, service, value, quality and everything. Absolutely loved my stay!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
We stayed for three nights and appreciated the services throughout our stay. The hotel is surrounded by food vendors of different varieties and price ranges. Great open view from the room (on the 15th floor). Easily to get Grab for transportation. Walking distance to attractions in George Town.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Great room. Excellent location. Value for money!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Travellers like the historical sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Historic George Town
If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
Pulau Tikus
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
Tanjung Tokong
Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.
Downtown George Town
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- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Plaza
- KOMTAR
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Padang Kota Lama
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang City Hall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Fort Cornwallis
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre
- Gurney Paragon
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Penang State Museum
- Prangin Mall
- Pasar Chowrasta
- The Top at Komatar
- Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi
- Goddess of Mercy Temple
- One-stop Midlands Park Centre
- Hin Bus Depot Art Centre
- Wawasan Open University Main Campus
- Kidland Penang
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