Historic George Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Penang State Museum
Housed in a handsome Victorian building, this museum traces Penang’s fascinating history through an extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and artwork.
Fort Cornwallis
Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
This impressive Indian-Islamic architectural jewel adds to the potpourri of cultural diversity that is Penang.
Armenian Street
You can find out about the history of George Town when you stop by Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Our pick of the best Historic George Town Hotel Deals
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Very friendly staff and a super comfortable room
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Clean convenient location friendly helpful staff good bed
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Victoria Garden Hotel
Located just a 3-4 min walk from the ferry terminal. Close to all amenities and walking distance to tourist spots in old George Town.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Seven Terraces Hotel
Location, style, this isn’t just a hotel, it is an experience if you want to feel immersed in Georgetown.
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Royale Chulan Penang
Nice old building with nice features. Facilities were limited by the nature of the building and some of them were out of order. Great location to access old Georgetown
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Ren i Tang
Great location, lots of street noise during the day, but not a problem at all after 10pm. Friendly staff, and a good mix of options in the breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic George Town
Clan Jetty
Travellers like the historical sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang or The Light City.
