Penang Island
Travel Guide
![Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39450-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41464-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Penang showing tropical scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39452-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39449-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Penang National Park showing a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41311-Penang-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Penang Island
Where to stay in Penang Island
![Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39449-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
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Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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Bayan Baru
While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Gelugor
Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.
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Pulau Tikus
Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.
![The photo was taken from Chew Jetty in George Town, Penang. In the background you will see the Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple. #Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple #Penang #Temple #Malaysia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cb3df737abb95c2d03fa56568bc74f8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
![JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14457/b40c13dc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23200/23150/39616ef0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025
![Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/878/9389591c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2025
![lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110550000/110540600/110540585/w2228h1485x206y0-959735c0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025
![The Granite Luxury Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18370000/18364400/18364333/fe64a1f6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2025
![Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188200/102188111/c606a755_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Popular places to visit
![Gurney Drive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/db6df4249251ad02bef953512ba5b496.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
![KOMTAR showing a high rise building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41331-Komtar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
![Penang Hill](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474427-Penang-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
![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.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8cbb48e114a0031d5826401fd6efbc3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
![Kek Lok Si Temple showing heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39416-Kek-Lok-Si-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kek Lok Si Temple
Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple.