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.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Pulau Tikus
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Room was clean, the staff very courteous, nice deck chairs to enjoy the sea breeze and sounds of the ocean. Only short coming was the missing beach and ability to swim in the sea .
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Modern high-rise hotel at the south edge of Old Town. Right next door to several shopping malls and to Noordin Street. Very convenient to Thaipussam celebrations many of which take place right in front of the building. Armenian Street is about 15 minute walk. Beautiful views of Georgetown from club-level ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Amari SPICE Penang
Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang
All is very good. Tip top hotel
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Beautiful room and hotel staff
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Excellent staff, professional and helpful, newer property. Gorgeous sea view and Instagramable bath situation but our AC didn’t work well (24C for our whole stay though we dropped it to 16C as soon as we checked it). They tried but unable to fix it and were not offered a change of room…
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pulau Tikus
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – 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 Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
Taman Happy Valley
When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Bats' Cave Temple and Penang Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
