Balik Pulau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
🇬🇧 The golden paddy fields during harvest season are incredibly beautiful! 💛 🇷🇴 Campuriile aurii de orez în timpul sezonului de recoltare sunt incredibil de frumoase! 💛
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Homemade Traditional food called ketupat palas, a staple during Hari Raya in Penang #culture

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The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is AU$118 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$118
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
Great spot to stay, rooms are spacious and kept clean

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 202 Lebuh Noordin George Town Penang
The price is AU$148 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$148
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (95 reviews)
Staff are friendly. Amenities are adequate. Location of the hotel is good with restaurants and shops nearby. However, bed linen and towels seem "yellowish" which leaves a bad impression.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
Fully refundable
The price is AU$184 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$184
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (594 reviews)
Location dry good and staff very polite and extremely helpful

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
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The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
Great spot to stay, rooms are spacious and kept clean

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel
lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang
Stay at this aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
It’s a good but not great property. Clean with a nice lobby and access to lots of restaurants and shops. I would stay here again, but it’s not my first choice in George Town. My favorite thing about the hotel is that it was washing machines and dryers!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
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Popular places to visit

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Gurney Drive

4/5(73 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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Queensbay Mall

4/5(21 reviews)

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
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

3.5/5(82 reviews)

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

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

4.5/5(74 reviews)

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

Penang Hill
Nothing says fish chips like these. Actually I got these because I think they locals eat PoPo fish flavored chips if they want their babies to grow up to be Police Officers. LOL

Gurney Plaza

4/5(109 reviews)

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.

Gurney Plaza
Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.

Ferringgi Beach

4/5(79 reviews)

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

Activities

The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

AU$19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket

AU$79
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

AU$21
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

AU$3
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

AU$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Comfortable seating at the Penang International Airport Lounge in Malaysia

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

AU$62
per traveller
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
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George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

George Town