Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Penang Island February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Penang Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island.dx553248635976194258)[Hotels in Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island-Hotels.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Penang Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Penang Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Car-Hire-Guide)[Penang Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Penang Island ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Penang Island Types of activities Where to stay [Penang Island travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Island.dx553248635976194258) ![Aerial panorama view of Georgetown City from Penang General Hospital, MALAYSIA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194258/ebc44612-23b1-483f-8e4b-edbb783c82a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial panorama view of Georgetown City from Penang General Hospital, MALAYSIA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194258/ebc44612-23b1-483f-8e4b-edbb783c82a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kek Lok Si Temple, George Town, Penang, Malaysia. Gold Statue at Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest Buddhist Temple in Malaysia. You get great views of George Town from the Temple and it's peaceful to walk around its gardens. #packsandaplan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056055/137702c1-f534-43b8-b476-38cbfe5fdc10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Great temple to visit and had awesome views of the city of Penang, Malaysia! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113864/45b0954e-5379-4143-abcc-8b2c607c2a81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chew Jetty, the nicest jetty in Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975950609/8bf69e2c-8216-44c0-9e0d-3884b8ad1067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## 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! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Penang Island ### Tours & day trips [See all 109 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Penang City & Temple Tour with Penang Hill(Fast Lane) & Kek Lok Si](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46016680/523cfbe8-cf31-4909-bc87-823b886d13cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang City & Temple Tour with Penang Hill(Fast Lane) & Kek Lok Si 6h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-city-temple-tour-with-penang-hillfast-lane-kek-lok-si.a46016680.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44822962/27ab8d34-70e2-41af-8dcf-4de11ddb73b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour 3h Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-evening-walking-foods-tour.a44822962.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47416677/8faa389a-9e51-4353-bcae-aa4e65d7f555.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-georgetowns-heritage-trishaw-ride-half-day-tour.a47416677.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Georgetown Heritage Half-day Penang Island Tour (SIC – SHARED TOUR)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47226226/73d0cee8-0604-4304-9ed0-3bceb2e8406e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Georgetown Heritage Half-day Penang Island Tour (SIC – SHARED TOUR) 9h Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/georgetown-heritage-half-day-penang-island-tour.a47226226.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/709711/730a0d1c-dd6e-4369-bf48-4213e6eab629.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour 4h 30m 9.2/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-penang-countryside-cycling-tour.a709711.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48542380/28016cf9-1d4c-4040-9f83-cb1c2ad8b383.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings 4h Free cancellation available £36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/good-morning-penang-food-tour-with-15-tastings.a48542380.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang Food Tour - Georgetown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2273930/9af912e4-2a4e-4bf4-b47b-c9331689d7cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Food Tour - Georgetown 4h Free cancellation available £45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-food-tour-georgetown.a2273930.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![4-Hour Georgetown Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1279940/4c594e02-9f9c-4c33-8f28-ba00d7962a2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4-Hour Georgetown Food Tour 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £64 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4-hour-georgetown-food-tour.a1279940.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1295065/3b144d94-4295-45a2-82d1-df22e37bb668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si 5h Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-city-temple-tour-with-penang-hillfast-lane.a1295065.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang Island: Street Food Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47425748/9305d043-9238-461a-a95e-8e4a53095b6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Island: Street Food Walking Tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available £53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-island-street-food-walking-tour.a47425748.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 71 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Penang Food Tour - Georgetown](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2273930/9af912e4-2a4e-4bf4-b47b-c9331689d7cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Food Tour - Georgetown 4h Free cancellation available £45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-food-tour-georgetown.a2273930.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1295065/3b144d94-4295-45a2-82d1-df22e37bb668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si 5h Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-city-temple-tour-with-penang-hillfast-lane.a1295065.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![8 Hours of Penang Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48916095/9558d768-a1ba-44bc-90e0-b80a4068bb7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 8 Hours of Penang Tour 8h Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/8-hours-of-penang-tour.a48916095.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Explore Penang Your Way: Tailor-Made Private Guided Tour 4-10 Hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49509604/8cdbc948-41ef-4529-9af7-7b59ed033c23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Penang Your Way: Tailor-Made Private Guided Tour 4-10 Hrs 10h Free cancellation available £114 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-penang-your-way-tailor-made-private-guided-tour-4-10-hrs.a49509604.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Private Half-Day Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307282/cbd99a60-6db1-4367-b76b-df948bcf83d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half-Day Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple Tour 4h Free cancellation available £86 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-penang-hill-and-kek-lok-si-temple-private-tour.a1307282.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Private Half Day Penang Hill & Temple Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/353802/7c1ad46c-7ffa-4ae2-914f-e30b2a4d2941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half Day Penang Hill & Temple Tour 4h 9.4/10 16 reviews Free cancellation available £90 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-penang-hill-temple-tour.a353802.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Private Half-Day George Town History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307281/1be9179f-625d-46a5-93aa-4ba2d260f5de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half-Day George Town History Tour 4h Free cancellation available £80 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-george-town-history-private-tour.a1307281.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459232/f3c28b83-fff7-402f-93ef-26883cbab463.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights 6h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-flexible-6-hours-highlights.a1459232.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Private Penang Hill Habitat Nature Walk with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/480159/6e89e3a6-2630-4bbe-a4d6-6b141dacc565.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Penang Hill Habitat Nature Walk with Lunch 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £124 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-penang-hill-habitat-nature-walk-with-lunch.a480159.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang Round Island Tour With Tropical Spice Garden & Entopia Butterfly Far...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1262174/08b9ce6a-ed33-42a7-92fd-f9a6a01baa52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Round Island Tour With Tropical Spice Garden & Entopia Butterfly Far... 5h Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-round-island-tour-with-tropical-spice-garden-entopia-butterfly-farm.a1262174.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 12 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48708015/083eb192-6d6a-4e75-86ad-20b9d8f022a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket 9h+ 10/10 1 review £10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-george-town-the-top-penang-entry-ticket.a48708015.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44760669/d7e04715-3cbc-44a8-b261-29483ea203e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket 8h 10/10 1 review £10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-habitat-entry-ticket.a44760669.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/896439/655bda03-8f45-4e92-af39-0c345566fa90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm 8h £11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-entopia-by-penang-butterfly-farm.a896439.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/893133/3a1f3325-c972-4433-8c8a-e741c4c33daa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket 8h 8/10 1 review £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/malaysia-escape-penang-adventure-park-entry-ticket.a893133.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2428929/534b6c6e-72e7-49e1-ad70-24840958ea28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket 8h Free cancellation available £3 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wonderfood-museum-penang.a2428929.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: Tech Dome Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44608691/70bcae81-9125-4698-9cc4-25afdd59d6a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: Tech Dome Entrance Ticket 9h Free cancellation available £5 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-tech-dome-entrance-ticket.a44608691.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: Glass Museum Standard Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46155219/302b1d51-b1bb-44a4-8f19-03cf91791429.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: Glass Museum Standard Admission Ticket 8h 30m Free cancellation available £6 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/glass-museum-penang.a46155219.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Asia Camera Museum Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1325190/cfc9a487-4936-4d13-9b90-2b73e370d2a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Asia Camera Museum Admission Ticket 1h £5 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/asia-camera-museum-admission-ticket.a1325190.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Entopia Butterfly and Nature Discovery Park Entry Ticket Penang](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50705214/e4e66063-8745-4571-8f73-8445ee6e2e80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Entopia Butterfly and Nature Discovery Park Entry Ticket Penang 9h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/entopia-butterfly-and-nature-discovery-park-entry-ticket-penang.a50705214.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/709711/730a0d1c-dd6e-4369-bf48-4213e6eab629.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour 4h 30m 9.2/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-penang-countryside-cycling-tour.a709711.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48023279/4e80bd25-7edc-4113-bf71-c9fffaf84dc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour 5h Free cancellation available £102 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-exciting-local-half-day-tour-in-penang-island-5hours.a48023279.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang Balik Pulau Countryside Morning Cycling with Transfers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50762789/f1131536-beac-42fb-af32-dbad08053526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Balik Pulau Countryside Morning Cycling with Transfers 5h Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-balik-pulau-countryside-morning-cycling-with-transfers.a50762789.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: quad bike Ride in Balik Pulau with Snacks and Transfers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50643246/f46bb3c3-a9fa-45b0-8f65-1314f072f42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: quad bike Ride in Balik Pulau with Snacks and Transfers 4h Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-quad-bike-ride-in-balik-pulau-with-snacks-and-transfers.a50643246.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Full Day Penang City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50376174/a02c63d0-545c-4c85-9965-f5008fa1d934.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Penang City Tour 7h Free cancellation available £72 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-penang-city-tour.a50376174.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Guided Tour & Transporters](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459288/afd5e8eb-2cb0-4bdc-a7e4-e3ca38232b9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Tour & Transporters 12h Free cancellation available £146 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tour-transporters.a1459288.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang Exciting Local Full Day Private Tour 8 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50725057/3bfb201a-26e6-4a86-91e8-9627493e2f92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Exciting Local Full Day Private Tour 8 Hours 8h Free cancellation available £120 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-exciting-local-full-day-private-tour-8-hours.a50725057.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46247014/770ea211-100a-4928-98f7-c1678c372d49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak 4h Free cancellation available £69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-cooking-class-dive-into-malaysian-cuisine-with-penangchiak.a46247014.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang Whisky Tasting Masterclass & Speciality Bar Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49712641/f5dab28a-4b37-40fd-a762-61640c347dad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang Whisky Tasting Masterclass & Speciality Bar Experience 2h Free cancellation available £42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-whisky-tasting-masterclass-speciality-bar-experience.a49712641.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Chef Samuel's Private Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1294264/1acdaae1-64ae-4ef1-ac7e-96723e129c21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chef Samuel's Private Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour 5h £85 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chef-samuels-private-malaysian-cooking-class.a1294264.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Authentic Indian Penang Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49815843/3b5e60f6-7166-493c-a856-1de2e8a2395d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Authentic Indian Penang Cooking Class 4h Free cancellation available £67 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/authentic-indian-penang-cooking-class.a49815843.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Penang: Trishaw Ride and Hawker Centre Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51381530/4a9c1f08-b5a0-4b31-9a4e-abf8d20e83ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penang: Trishaw Ride and Hawker Centre Food Tour 3h Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penang-trishaw-ride-and-hawker-centre-food-tour.a51381530.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ![Rathika's Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51192393/63a6b96a-e7e5-4ff9-b0ea-2baf008d2809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rathika's Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour 4h £80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rathikas-malaysian-cooking-class-with-wet-market-tour.a51192393.activity-details?&rid=553248635976194258&location=Penang+Island&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Penang Island | Number of things to do | 138 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-malaysia-package.a46752139.activity-details): £2 | | Top 5 things to do | [Penang Hill Funicular Ticket](/things-to-do/penang-hill-funicular-ticket.a709716.activity-details)[eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-malaysia-package.a46752139.activity-details)[Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-george-town-the-top-penang-entry-ticket.a48708015.activity-details)[Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour](/things-to-do/half-day-penang-countryside-cycling-tour.a709711.activity-details)[Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm](/things-to-do/malaysia-entopia-by-penang-butterfly-farm.a896439.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-penang-international-airport-pen.a249730.activity-details)[Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour](/things-to-do/penang-evening-walking-foods-tour.a44822962.activity-details)[Penang: Trishaw Ride and Hawker Centre Food Tour](/things-to-do/penang-trishaw-ride-and-hawker-centre-food-tour.a51381530.activity-details)[Malaysia: Penang Tropical Spice Garden Guided Tours Tickets](/things-to-do/tropical-spice-garden-experience.a2289933.activity-details)[Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour](/things-to-do/private-george-town-unesco-heritage-walking-tour.a1307329.activity-details) | | With kids | [Penang Hill Funicular Ticket](/things-to-do/penang-hill-funicular-ticket.a709716.activity-details)[Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-george-town-the-top-penang-entry-ticket.a48708015.activity-details)[Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm](/things-to-do/malaysia-entopia-by-penang-butterfly-farm.a896439.activity-details)[Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/the-habitat-penang-hill-admission-ticket.a44760669.activity-details)[Entopia Butterfly and Nature Discovery Park Entry Ticket Penang](/things-to-do/entopia-butterfly-and-nature-discovery-park-entry-ticket-penang.a50705214.activity-details) | ## What to do in Penang Island --- ### Popular places to visit ![Metropolitan, skyscraper, skyline building by the shore of Gurney Drive, George Town, Penang; Shutterstock ID 429264034; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom bra](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204190/f9a07766-7c35-4e0d-b924-dc0f5953d0e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gurney-Drive-Downtown-George-Town.d6204190.Attraction) ![Penang Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220540/f722a5b1-7f19-4de0-8c8d-b5090e2d6837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penang Hill Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penang-Hill-George-Town.d6220540.Attraction) ![KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113866/e2b85d5a-b98d-480a-ae1f-6462fa74db10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KOMTAR Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment. [](https://expedia.co.uk/KOMTAR-Downtown-George-Town.d6113866.Attraction) ![Nothing says fish chips like these. Actually I got these because I think they locals eat PoPo fish flavored chips if they want their babies to grow up to be Police Officers. LOL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056055/e39f7213-f1bb-4c3f-9d06-fec9d4717e8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gurney-Plaza-Downtown-George-Town.d6113858.Attraction) ![Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626934390621899/4efc9dc3-20a6-4789-b96d-adf244d18dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferringgi-Beach-Batu-Ferringhi.d6056054.Attraction) ![Sa sA, testing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139012/45e29acf-83d3-493d-8b9b-03718e8b9e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queensbay-Mall-Bayan-Lepas.d6113884.Attraction) ![Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple in Penang, George Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6325517/9411721d-f9bc-42de-abc2-11115853c293.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple After visiting Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in George Town. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arulmigu-Balathandayuthapani-Temple-George-Town.d6325517.Attraction) ![Kek Lok Si Temple featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113864/ff89b075-2050-451f-b93e-f2c5ce5c957d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kek Lok Si Temple 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kek-Lok-Si-Temple-George-Town.d6113864.Attraction) ![Pinang Peranakan Mansion featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113880/180dc72b-9255-419c-a081-1a521326ae6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pinang Peranakan Mansion Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pinang-Peranakan-Mansion-George-Town.d6113880.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Penang Island ![Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056055/e414d484-91ac-4b20-ac34-de185e85f7f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown George Town 4.5/5(155 area reviews) Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Downtown-George-Town.dx6056055) ![Tropical Spice Garden showing signage and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169151/2cade2e1-e566-4b27-98a2-e26283467094.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Batu-Ferringhi.dx3000003711) ![View of fishing village in Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003573/c4247c42-12f6-4ee0-b64a-2739a3ff779d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Tanjung-Tokong.dx3000003573) ![Kampung Binjai, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia; Shutterstock ID 71020951; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139012/9ff92aa1-75f6-4106-bde8-45df1fe08e94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Bayan-Lepas.dx6139012) ![#foodbomb](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056055/a3fb0136-78f5-4203-8c6b-b3b9612855ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tanjung Pinang If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seri-Tanjung-Pinang.dx553248635976396456) ![Mirror Lake in Penang; Shutterstock ID 400078345; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336183/2086a331-99de-4931-9da4-3e61393bcf9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Gelugor.dx6336183) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Penang Island ![George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023813/294e0b00-0fbd-4e99-853e-475ed6dd7974.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### George Town ![Jerejak Jetty; Shutterstock ID 703622608; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056058/f65968a6-cd5f-4440-92db-659687a382fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jerejak Island ![Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003714/08b02f70-63ef-4d5e-8654-1a45de2384e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Balik Pulau ![The Kek Lok Si Temple (simplified Chinese: 极乐寺) is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam in Penang and is one of the best known temples on the island.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113864/62bad5a2-7898-408e-9cd2-f52a2e246218.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kampung Cantik ![Penang Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220540/f722a5b1-7f19-4de0-8c8d-b5090e2d6837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mukim 16 Ayer Hitam ![Today 18 February 2015 is Chinese New Year's eve. All the streets in #penang are decorated with red lanterns which will be lit up at night. #georgetown #malaysia #chinesenewyear](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336183/fd6ba7b0-7135-4004-90f8-6136828f1628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mukim 13 Paya Terubong ![Not bad.... reasonable price](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6321419/f1612fbb-a38c-44ac-9c53-3872ed261553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Batu Lanchang ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app