Historic George Town

George Town

Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views and a castle
Kapitan Keling Mosque showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque featuring a mosque

Popular places to visit

Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(36 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(14 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Penang City Hall
Fort Cornwallis featuring heritage architecture and signage as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(21 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Fort Cornwallis. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Fort Cornwallis
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Kapitan Keling Mosque

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Chinatown with a visit to Kapitan Keling Mosque. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
Penang State Museum showing heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

You can study the exhibits at Penang State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to George Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Penang State Museum
Stone decorations of Khoo Kongsi headquarters in Georgetown, Penang #InStone

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Learn about the local history of George Town with a stop at Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

Historic George Town Hotel Deals

The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang
4.5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is SAR 482 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 482
SAR 532 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (476 reviews)
"3rd time staying here and still a charm"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 102 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
SAR 102
SAR 120 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Book a stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was great, the only issue we had was with the air condioning unit. It was very noisy and on full blast all of the time. We tried just turning it off but the room quickly became very hot. We did ask to be shown how to turn it down, but the member of staff said that it was not possible. Other ..."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Ros Heritage Motel
Ros Heritage Motel
2.5 out of 5
128 Lebuh Chulia, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
6.8/10 (18 reviews)
Bad condition
"Very dirty"

Reviewed on 19 January 2020

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Ros Heritage Motel
Royale Chulan Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 270 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
SAR 270
SAR 320 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Unfortunately the view from our room was that of a dirty ledge and a huge building blocking everything else. It is a clean facility but quite worn with time. The staff tending the rooms were very friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 2 March 2025

Royale Chulan Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 173 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
SAR 173
SAR 200 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (148 reviews)
"The wait staff and chef in the breakfast area were attentive and went above the call of duty. Would stay here again and would recommend to others."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 569 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
SAR 569
SAR 625 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (246 reviews)
Lovely greorgetown
"Beautiful hotel, fantastic room, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Seven Terraces Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Historic George Town

The photo was taken from Chew Jetty in George Town, Penang. In the background you will see the Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple. #Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple #Penang #Temple #Malaysia

Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
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Pulau Tikus

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor
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Taman Happy Valley

Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Bats' Cave Temple.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Miami Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.

Tanjung Bungah

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