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Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
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Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
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Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
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Authentic Indian Penang Cooking Class
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Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang.
Penang City Hall
One of Penang’s finest examples of Victorian architecture makes for a pleasant backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Batu Feringghi Night Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Batu Feringghi Night Market during your trip to George Town. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
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Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Tanjung Bungah
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 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.
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- KOMTAR
- Penang Hill
- Gurney Plaza
- Queensbay Mall
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang City Hall
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
- Penang Botanic Gardens