Tanjung Tokong Travel Guide
George Town
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Popular places to visit
Penang Avatar Secret Garden
Penang Avatar Secret Garden is just one of the places to see in George Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Tanjung Tokong
Hompton by the Beach Penang
The service is amazing, everyone is welcoming and supportive. Locations is great. Cons: mold everywhere! The whole toilet is full of mold. Hot water pressure is bad, sometimes during the days there is no hot water at all. I’m not sure if the pump doesn’t have the capacity to work for high floors, ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Citadines Tanjung Tokong Penang
Excellent hotel with great staff.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Landmark by The Only Bnb
The properly is quite run down with many broken things: - the sofa is badly stained and smell bad - 2 out of 6 chairs are broken - both fob keys not working - toilet papers not provided - tissue papers not provided - exhaust fan in both bathrooms not working resulting in misty and damp environment ...
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean room, well-appointed with good room service every day. Hotel location is walkable to historic centre but aside a busy road which can be hard to cross at times. Pool area leaves a lot to be desired, very basic with worn out chairs. Good breakfast options.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Amari SPICE Penang
Checked in was very smooth, "Yaya" from the checked in counter was very helpful and she even call the room to check is everything ok. Breakfast spread was superb. The only setback was the pillow for my 4 nights stay, to soft, maybe hotel can invest for a better pillow, a bit firm should be nice.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Everything spotless
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Tokong
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive 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 Bungah
A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Batu Ferringhi
Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
