Downtown George Town Travel Guide

George Town
Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating

Popular places to visit

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KOMTAR

4/5(49 reviews)

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

KOMTAR
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Gurney Drive

4/5(36 reviews)

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
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Penang City Hall

4/5(11 reviews)

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

Penang City Hall
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Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(21 reviews)

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

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
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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
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Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(13 reviews)

Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.

Fort Cornwallis

Top hotels in Downtown George Town

OZO George Town Penang
OZO George Town Penang
3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll, George Town, George Town
The price is ₹3,944 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹3,944
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (153 reviews)
"1. Housekeeping - hit or miss, not consistent 2. F&B - modify / extend hours especially in room dinning. 3. First floor staff - not approachable 4. Phone operator - need training. Either they don't understand or just don't care. Eg. I wanted to order room service and I was told the last order was ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

OZO George Town Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is ₹6,208 per night from 30 May to 31 May
₹6,208
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel was pretty good, except the bathroom was old and outdated. It offered less towels than other hotels. The hotel didn't offer any room upgrades. i asked for a king size bed instead of 2 twin beds when checking in, the lady said NO."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, Penang
The price is ₹14,342 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹14,342
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"GOOD"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is ₹7,804 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹7,804
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Georgetown - convenient access to most places. Hotel itself is great, very pleasant stay,"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Areca Hotel Penang
Areca Hotel Penang
3 out of 5
No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (275 reviews)
"Neat little hotel. Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

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St.Giles Wembley Penang
St.Giles Wembley Penang
4 out of 5
183, Jalan Magazine, George Town
The price is ₹5,721 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
₹5,721
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (779 reviews)
"In average, it is good and acceptable."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

St.Giles Wembley 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 showing 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 Drive.

Pulau Tikus
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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
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Taman Happy Valley

When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(17 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden.

Tanjung Bungah

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