Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown featuring a coastal town, cbd and boating
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang which includes rainforest, forests and a waterfall
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Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

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.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR featuring a high rise building

KOMTAR

Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion which includes interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall which includes heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Penang City Hall

This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.

Penang City Hall
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Penang State Museum showing heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

Housed in a handsome Victorian building, this museum traces Penang’s fascinating history through an extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and artwork.

Penang State Museum

Things to do

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

RM568
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

RM10
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

RM373
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

RM381
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Wonderfood Museum

Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket

RM21
per adult
Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket
Penang Hill

Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch

RM812
per adult
Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch
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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is RM320 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
RM320
RM391 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Lovely hotel, staff and great location
"Wonderful stay. Excellent breakfast buffet each morning! Good location and nice pool!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang

4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is RM504 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM504
RM557 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
"Second time staying here, enjoyed the service and the pool!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is RM298 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
RM298
RM364 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Value for money"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is RM224 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
RM224
RM277 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Really easy hotel to stay at. Breakfast was lovely, plenty of it. Staff were really helpful and it was cheap and easy for us to stay a few extra hours. They go out of their way to make sure you are happy. Comfortable beds and rooms."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Courtyard by Marriott Penang

4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is RM450 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
RM450
RM499 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (158 reviews)
Enjoyed this hotel
"Really enjoyed this hotel, clean and comfortable, great location. Shame the pool was getting renovated while we were there."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang

4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is RM195 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM195
RM243 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
"Very nice stay here. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. On-site parking is simple and convenient. Close walking distance to many great places around town"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Cititel Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis featuring heritage architecture

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.

Historic George Town
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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.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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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.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

Downtown George Town