Chinatown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chinese New Year Dragon Decoration in Chinatown
Chinese New Year Dragon Decoration in Chinatown
Chinese new year lanterns in china town.
Chinese new year lanterns in china town area.
Historic Georgetown is a UNESCO World Heritage City. Throughout the historic area are these metal sculptures giving information in a whimsical way. We probably found only a handful of them while we explored the historic district. Take a walk and keep your eye out for these fun, unique signs. We think they are much better than the typical tourist information sign!

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Loop On Leith Hotel Penang

Loop On Leith Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
29 Leith Street George Town Penang
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (99 reviews)
Good location with many attractions within walking distance. The property feels a bit rundown, and the Wi-Fi in the room is inconsistent and spotty.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

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Loop On Leith Hotel Penang
23 LoveLane Penang

23 LoveLane Penang

4 out of 5
23, Love Lane George Town Penang
The price is AU$249 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$249
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (227 reviews)
The location is great and the old furnishings and hotel echoed bygone eras. The air conditioning was very noisy and the room itself was not very clean as it is an old hotel

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

23 LoveLane Penang
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
The price is AU$254 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$254
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (271 reviews)
Coreen and Joyce looked after us very well, excellent breakfast and afternoon tea by the pool. It’s a special place.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

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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! (238 reviews)
The room was really nice and spotless. Staff were very kind. Loved the rooftop pool. Very central location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 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! (34 reviews)
The rooms are clean and the staff are very helpful

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

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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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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
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
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

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
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

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

KOMTAR
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

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
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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

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
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
Main Facade

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

AU$9
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

AU$79
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
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George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

George Town