Bayan Baru Travel Guide

George Town

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

4/5(36 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

4/5(49 reviews)

Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

4.5/5(45 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(36 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 featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Kek Lok Si Temple

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

£2
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

£99
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

£65
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

£66
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

£17
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

£43
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Bayan Baru

Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is £70 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£70
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (230 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay, rooms soo clean, staff so friendly and clean towels, breakfast amazing, pool good, spa very nice. It is soo nice that we came back from the other property we had booked."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is £67 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£67
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Lovely hotel, staff and great location
"Wonderful stay. Excellent breakfast buffet each morning! Good location and nice pool!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is £116 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£116
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Loved every bit of it."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang

4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is £98 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£98
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (204 reviews)
"Second time staying here, enjoyed the service and the pool!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Citadines Prai Penang

Citadines Prai Penang

4 out of 5
G 01 MENARA SENTRAL, JALAN JURU SENTRAL, Bukit Mertajam
The price is £54 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£54
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Bukit Mertajam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bukit Kecil ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews)
"10/10 for me everything’s is in there close for everything we need , the staff and the amenities of the property are awesome very recommended ."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Citadines Prai Penang
Penang Marriott Hotel

Penang Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town
The price is £133 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£133
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Penang Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bayan Baru

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Pagar Buluh

While Pagar Buluh 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 Snake Temple.

Pagar Buluh
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

4/5(1 area review)

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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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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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 Lepas

4/5(9 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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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

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