What to do in Penang Island

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Aerial panorama view of Georgetown City from Penang General Hospital, MALAYSIA
Aerial panorama view of Georgetown City from Penang General Hospital, MALAYSIA
Kek Lok Si Temple, George Town, Penang, Malaysia.

Gold Statue at Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest Buddhist Temple in Malaysia. You get great views of George Town from the Temple and it's peaceful to walk around its gardens.  #packsandaplan
Great temple to visit and had awesome views of the city of Penang, Malaysia!
Chew Jetty, the nicest jetty in Penang

Penang Island Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Georgetown featuring central business district, boating and general coastal views

Downtown George Town

4/5(202 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown George Town
Tropical Spice Garden featuring a park and signage

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

Batu Ferringhi
View of fishing village in Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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.

Tanjung Tokong
Kampung Binjai, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia; Shutterstock ID 71020951; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge

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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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
Mirror Lake in Penang; Shutterstock ID 400078345; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge

Gelugor

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.

Gelugor

 

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