Tanjung Pinang Travel Guide

George Town

Photo by Hooi Theng
Photo by Hooi Theng
Photo by Christina Hügelmann
Photo by Christina Hügelmann
Photo by Lillian Phua
Photo by Lillian Phua
Photo by Lillian Phua
Photo by Lillian Phua

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 which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

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

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
Queensbay Mall

Queensbay Mall

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
Ferringgi Beach

Ferringgi Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach
Kek Lok Si Temple featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Kek Lok Si Temple

Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

฿76
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

฿303
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

฿1,855
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

฿1,183
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

฿3,112
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

฿492
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
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Top hotels in Tanjung Pinang

Jazz Hotel Penang

Jazz Hotel Penang

3.5 out of 5
No 1, Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 1, Tanjung Tokong, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿2,205 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿2,205
฿2,473 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, wonderful breakfast, and excellent roof top pool and large quiet bar to sit in and read during the day."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Jazz Hotel Penang
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,704 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿3,704
฿4,470 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Pool"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿2,291 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,291
฿2,803 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Clean cosy room and very convenient location close to all the food!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿2,726 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿2,726
฿3,044 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
"It’s a great place to rest for a couple of days before the next flight. The food was good, staff was friendly and helpful, and there’s a great little spa (very good massages). The pool looked nice but the water was quite cloudy when I swam, so that was a little worrying. It meant that the pool wasn’t ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Amari SPICE 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
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"The staff are all super friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿2,902 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,902
฿3,524 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and their food was great. Overall a great experience but the hotel has seen its better days and needs some update."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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 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 Tanjung Bungah Beach.

Tanjung Bungah
Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(155 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown George Town
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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Clan Jetty

Travellers like the historical sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Clan Jetty

Tanjung Pinang Travel Guide