Pagar Buluh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

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
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
Queensbay Mall

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
Ferringgi Beach

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
Kek Lok Si Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Kek Lok Si Temple

4/5(46 reviews)

The largest Buddhist temple in Penang houses the awe-inspiring 10,000 Buddha pagoda, the giant bronze statue of Kuan Yin, and a delightful souvenir and food market.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Activities

The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

AU$14
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$23
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

AU$88
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Main Facade

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

AU$10
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Cycling along the beautiful river

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

AU$47
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
TeddyVille Museum

Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket

AU$11
per adult
Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Pagar Buluh Hotel Deals

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$211 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$211
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great Resort, Breakfast Buffet was amazing"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$132 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$132
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"staffs were helpful, great location"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$92 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$92
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$143 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$143
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"You have a staff member called Aslin, from the moment I arrived he is asking for more money than the service actually costs. 40rm for taxi grab service is 10rm"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1919 Menara Sentral, Jalan Juru Sentral, Bukit Mertajam, Penang
The price is AU$116 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$116
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bukit Mertajam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bukit Kecil Hujung and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
Good brand new hotel
"The presentation of towel no good, you can save the world to put less instead of too much. You may left a note at wall, you may request more if needed. I saw more than 6 towel. Car park exit under construction, please keep up"

Reviewed on 14 June 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$170 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$170
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and their food was great. Overall a great experience but the hotel has seen its better days and needs some update."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Pagar Buluh

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Relau

While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.

Relau
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Bayan Baru

Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bayan Baru
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Sungai Dua

When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sungai Dua
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

Kampung Sungai Nibong is well liked for its shopping. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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Bayan Lepas

4/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
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Teluk Kumbar

Teluk Kumbar might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Pantai Teluk Bayu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Teluk Kumbar

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