What to do in Penang Island

Activities, attractions and tours

Aerial panorama view of Georgetown City from Penang General Hospital, MALAYSIA
Penang Island
Penang Island
Penang Island
Penang Island

Penang Island Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Penang Island has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Penang Island, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Penang Island with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Penang Island

Penang Island is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Penang Island, and make it a breeze to explore Penang Island and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Penang Island to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Penang Island, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Penang Island.

Penang Island attractions

Penang Island has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Penang Island to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Penang Island.

Looking for things to do in Penang Island can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Penang Island or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Penang Island attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Downtown George Town

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(155 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown George Town
Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

Batu Ferringhi
View of fishing village in Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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 Tokong
Kampung Binjai, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia; Shutterstock ID 71020951; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge

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
Tanjung Pinang

Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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Gelugor

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.

Gelugor

 

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