Things to Do in Penang in 2026

A temple with a golden spire, a staircase, and a row of Buddha statues.

A rope bridge in a forested area with dense foliage.

A beach with clear water, surrounded by dense green foliage and a distant structure.

A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs, a prominent golden spire, and lush green hills in the background.

A white colonial-style building with domed roofs and a large central dome, surrounded by lush greenery.

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

￥346

per traveler

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

￥2,037

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

￥2,248

per adult

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

￥5,040

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

￥5,177

per adult

The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

￥2,075

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket

￥8,309

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

￥1,005

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket

￥1,040

per adult

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Gurney Drive

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During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

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

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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

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A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."

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.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

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

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