Downtown George Town Travel Guide
George Town
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Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
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.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang.
Penang City Hall
One of Penang’s finest examples of Victorian architecture makes for a pleasant backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Fort Cornwallis
The largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia offers fascinating insight into Penang’s colonial past.
Things to do
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Top hotels in Downtown George Town
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Close to malls, tourist attractions, great location for restaurants. Supermarket also close by, plus the usual 7 eleven for necessities. They have coin operated washers and dryers in site, best of all are the staff, such really nice people. Would definitely stay again. Spotlessly clean throughout ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The reception staff n porter personnels are all very friendly n helpful in resolving customers problems whether is small or big. Hotel location is very convenient to attractions, eateries, Chinatown, bus interchange n the free CAT bus services that serve the Georgetown city.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Clean, large room with great Seaview. Lots of restaurants/food options nearby. Great street art to view while on a walk.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Excellent service!
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
Location of the property is central, staff is friendly, quiet ambiance in the lobby area
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
Great location. We did have a big room to begin with but found quite a few ants so was moved to another block in a much smaller room - not much of an issue as the room was lovely with comfortable bedding. Great location to explore.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Armenian Street.
Historic George Town
If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
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 Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.
Downtown George Town Travel Guide
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