Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown featuring a coastal town, a high-rise building and general coastal views
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang featuring forest scenes, rainforest and a cascade
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

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
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

4/5(49 reviews)

Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(11 reviews)

One of Penang’s finest examples of Victorian architecture makes for a pleasant 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

This school-turned-museum charts Penang’s colorful history through a comprehensive collection of artifacts, photographs and artworks.

Penang State Museum

Things to do

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

€114
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

€2
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

€75
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

€76
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

€20
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Wonderfood Museum

Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket

€4
per adult
Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket
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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 €79 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€79
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,002 reviews)
"A little old. But over all is good"

Reviewed on 12 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 €113 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€113
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (199 reviews)
"Second time staying here, enjoyed the service and the pool!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Courtyard by Marriott Penang

4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is €108 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€108
3 Aug - 4 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
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 €56 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
€56
24 Jul - 25 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! (1,004 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
Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang

4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is €49 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€49
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! (733 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
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, George Town, Penang
The price is €178 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€178
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The Millen Penang
"Everything was really nice. It is a new hotel and well furnished. The view from the shower room was beautiful with the sunrise. Service was good and the location was close to the malls."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
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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

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