Pulau Tikus 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.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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.
Queensbay Mall
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.
Ferringgi Beach
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.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE 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 Pulau Tikus
The Granite Luxury Hotel
We stayed here for three nights while visiting Georgetown. Nice room that was very clean. Location was walkable to many things and also a quick Grab ride to anything. Only thing we didn’t know was no restaurant attached so we couldn’t order room service and no coffee! They did have tea available ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean room, walking distance
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
The room was very clean. Staff very accommodating
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
location is very convenient. Hotel is well placed and very comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Staff very good facilities good and quality of food excellent
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Staff very friendly. Lots of pools, shame about the beech
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pulau Tikus
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from The Top at Komatar to KOMTAR – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Taman Happy Valley
When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Penang Hill and Pulau Tikus Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
