Penang Tourist Attractions

Since its opening in 1935, Penang International Airport has been one of the most active gateways for many travelers to Malaysia.

The incredible architecture, beautiful street art, mouthwatering Malaysian cuisines, and lovely beaches fascinate tourists the most. Both local and international sightseers keep visiting Penang for a one-of-a-kind tourist experience.

Penang, Malaysia, is such an attractive country to travel to among travelers due to its diverse culture and religions.

Planning on another adventure? Here's a list of attractions and activities you can enjoy in Penang.

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George Town: 'The Habitat Penang Hill'

Reconnect with nature in its most pristine form as you engage yourself in the 130-million-year-old wilderness at 'The Habitat Penang Hill rainforest discovery center in George Town.

Enjoy the 'The Habitat Penang Hill' in a day tour of the authentic, diverse, and educational Malaysian rainforest experience. Follow your guide along a nature trail to discover this unique area's myriad flora and fauna.

From the forest floor, naturalist guides will take you to see various species of plants, reptiles, insects, trees, birds, and mammals. Explore the rainforest's biodiversity on a 230-meter Langur Way Canopy Walk.

Be amazed by the 360-degree picturesque views of Penang Island from the highest peak viewing point, the Curtis Crest Tree Top. Then, head to the retail shop on the Hill to purchase educational and ethically made, nature-themed merchandise.

You can also opt to stay late and watch the nocturnal beings awake. Buy something to feast at the Habitat Cafe with refreshments varying from artisanal coffee, gourmet cakes, and Malaysian culinary treats to Penang-themed craft beer.

The Habitat Penang Hill is on a hill accessible via the Funicular train from Air Itam, Penang, or the Botanical Gardens, Penang.

Private Penang City Tour- Kek Lok Si Temple

In a short period, soak up the key sights on this action-packed door-to-door tour in just half a day.

Discover the rich multicultural diversity of Penang and learn about Malaysia's history and culture.

A driver will pick you up from your respective hotel. Then, head out to see Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, and the streets of George Town, which is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites.

You will also visit Kek Lok Si Temple. A small shrine was built-in 1891. It has expanded to become one of South-East Asia's most majestic and prominent temples.

The "Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas," since its founding in 1930, is also considered one of Penang's most beautiful architectural wonders. It can incorporate three cultures into one structure; a Chinese octagonal base, a Thai middle tier, and a Burmese Crown.

A 30.2-meter Goddess of Mercy, locally known as Guan Yin, is a bronze statue erected in 2002 upon the temple's highest peak. The figure can be reached through an inclined lift in the middle. Stob by for a free sample of Penang's favorite white coffee or tea at Coffee Tree.

Half-Day UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour at George Town

Explore George Town's cultural highlights with a private guide in just half a day. Wander in a UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover what makes this modern metropolis unique on a must-do tour for all city wanderers.

This half-day tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in George Town or Batu Ferringhi. Get the most out of exploring the city with a private, English-speaking local guide.

Head with your guide to the Khoo Kongsi, a Chinese kin house with astonishing architecture. Be amazed as you enter the Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple and Cheah Kongsi, the ancientest lineage temple in town.

Enjoy visiting the Yap Kongsi, Taoist Chinese temple, and Ciji Temple. Relish the last highlight of the tour by visiting Pinang Peranakan Mansion. It is a house museum dedicated to Penang's Peranakan heritage. It was once a residence and office of a 19th-century Chinese mogul, Chung Keng Quee.

After 4 hours of history and cultural insights, the driver will drop you off at your hotel in George Town or Batu Ferringhi.

Dark Mansion- 3D glow-in-the-dark Museum in George Town

Step into and be inspired by the dark and mysterious world of the 'Dark Mansion. Be enchanted and amazed as you walk through the 3D glow-in-the-dark museum in George Town.

Have some snapshots of yourself interacting with mystical arts in this contemporary museum.

Enter a room full of glowing fantasy landscapes, woods, greenery, and creative art. Witness how art, science, and technology merge in this impressive space. The artists apply unique painting materials and light scenes to create a fantastic glowing effect and astonishing "day-to-night" transitions.

Aside from the existing 3D art painting styles, Dark Mansion introduces a new dimension of 3D art by incorporating fantastic glow-in-the-dark effects into 3D paintings and artwork. Share photos of you becoming part of the art in this modern showroom.

Top Seven Wonders Of Penang Exploration in Private Tour

This Penang package tour offers every tourist a glimpse of different parts of George Town. It highlights some of its most popular attractions.

In this tour, you will visit the clan jetties dating back at least 100 years and discover the unique culture of the Baba & Nyonya Peranakan in this mansion-turned-museum. You will also see the Streets of Racial Harmony.

Begin your tour after a 9:00 AM pick-up by visiting Clan jetty, a small floating market filled with souvenir items and food shops. Then visit Penang's oldest temple, Kuan Yin, established in 1728 by early immigrant Chinese settlers.

Then see a 200-year-old masjid at Masjid Kapitan Keling. Visit Sri Maha Mariamman, a beautiful south Indian-style temple full of carvings of gods and goddesses. Also, stop by St. George Church, an excellent example of Georgian-style architecture with exhibitions of its past.

Experience Pinang Peranakan Mansion and what it feels like to be one of the wealthiest Malaysians. This is an excellent place for photography, full of old-world charms and collections.

The next stop is Fort Cornwallis, an illustration of the British Colonial architectural structure from this period. Finally, end the expedition with delicious local dishes before your hotel drop-off.

Full-Day Pulau Penang Exploration with English-Speaking Guide

Penang Heritage Group Trail offers you a glimpse of George Town's best. It highlights some of its famous attractions, such as The Batik Factory, Top Penang, Clan Jetties, etc.

Discover Penang and its historical wonders through this full-day tour. Learn Penang's history and culture during the tour and witness harmony among various races. Take selfies around the stunning temples of Penang and visit THE TOP KOMTAR (Rainbow Skyway & Observation Deck).

The Batik factory, for beginners, is a highlight of this Full Day Penang tour. Meet a professional local batik painter at one of the island's first factories. The original nutmeg juice is a hallmark of Penang fruit, aside from Durian. Then, sample superb handmade goat's milk from a friendly Penangite family at Saanen Dairy Goat Farm.

You will also visit four influential religious facilities in Malaysia that stand firmly on the same street line. Additionally, see great exhibits of more than fifty amazing murals at Old Penang Street Art.

Then, visit the Floating Village on stills above the water, the Clan of Jetties of Chinese settlement since the 19th century, and enjoy a stop at The Top Komtar. Rainbow Skywalk also offers fabulous, fascinating views of Georgetown and stunning sunset zones.

Penang: Self-Guided Audio Tour

This mesmerizing self-guided audio tour explores Penang's must-do's while highlighting this island's diversity and culture. Penang was once a melting pot for traders and dealers from India, the Middle East, China, and Europe.

This fascinating audio tour shows how this once British-colonized city evolved into its present-day mecca of culture and multiculturalism. Penang has retained some old historical charms with its beautiful colonial structures and detailed Chinese and Indian temples, each with unique hand-carved features.

Wander through the narrow lanes to visit some of the world's most documented and intricate temples. For a different view of the city, meander through Little India, where you can taste delectable Indian cuisines such as roti canai, thosai, biryani rice, and tandoori chicken.

There is also a possibility to visit The Clan Jetties, a collection of water villages at Weld Quay. It is also where the Indian community built many elaborate temples, such as the Mahamariamman Temple.

While the Muslim influence can be seen at the Kapitan Keling Mosque, the Acheh Mosque, and the Penang Islamic Museum. The Clan Jetties form part of the Penang Heritage Trail. It is one of the island's last bastions of old Chinese settlements.

Each water village is over a century old and is named after a Chinese family (with the Chew Jetty being the most tourist-friendly). This guided audio tour will help you discover that Penang is Malaysia's Pearl of the Orient.

Private Half-Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour

Satisfy your taste buds and eat like a local on Penang's four-hour street food tour. Step out of your comfort zone and mingle with the locals purchasing fresh snacks from street food vendors. Stop by at least four to five food carts with your guide and try some sample foodstuffs.

Get ready, for your tour driver/ professional English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby at 9:00 AM or 2:30 PM.

Explore the hidden alleys of Penang off the usual track, where you will have four or five stops to taste delightful grubs, local beverages, and sweets. Pay attention to your foodie guide describing the street-food spectacle in Penang as you go along the way.

Try Malaysian favorites infused with various spices, showcasing Malay, Chinese, and Indian flavors. Try traditional cakes such as yam, prawn, or tofu. Have a bite of a spiced deep-fried pork roll called Penang lobak. Taste signature local noodles and sample delectable seafood.

For some dessert, taste a sweet Indian pancake called atom — scrumptiously crisp on the outside and smooth on the inside. Or, try a bite-sized classic sweet delicacy made of sticky glutinous rice called Kuih. Other delectables available are heow piah, coconut tarts, and a variety of tropical fruits such as jackfruit, assorted guava, coconut, dragon fruit, rambutan, and mangosteen.