Downtown George Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown George Town
Popular places to visit
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.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
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.
Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
Padang Kota Lama
Padang Kota Lama is just one of the places to see in Little India, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
Activities
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Our pick of the best Downtown George Town Hotel Deals
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Returning stay. love it. very accessible and convenient
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Gorgeous hotel and beautiful room for a very good price. Prob the best hotel on our Malaysian travels. Amazing rooftop swimming pool (with crazy see through bottom) and rooftop bar with stunning views. Downside was no breakfast available at hotel but they offered a free morning bus service into town ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Great service by the wonderful staff!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Perfection at every level. Only one suggestion, the room door should be soundproof to complete the pferection.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Wonderful room, very spacious, staff were all amazing. Breakfast excellent, so many options and we went to the evening buffet which was so good and excellent value
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
location is very convenient. Hotel is well placed and very comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
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.
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 Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.
