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A cityscape with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a large open field, and a clear blue sky.
A large golden statue of a muscular figure holding a bow and arrow, standing on a pedestal with ornate railings.
A traditional temple complex with a multi-tiered pagoda, terraced gardens, and ornate rooftops.
A narrow alleyway with wooden houses, a motorbike, and a person walking.
A traditional temple with a golden spire, colorful architecture, and a staircase leading up to it.

Things to do

The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

￥2,138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket

￥8,721
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

￥363
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

￥2,360
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Comfortable seating at the Penang International Airport Lounge in Malaysia

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

￥6,964
per traveler
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Cycling along the beautiful river

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

￥5,124
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

￥2,179
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

￥5,278
per adult
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

￥7,452
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
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George Town: 5-Hour Penang Island City Tour

George Town: 5-Hour Penang Island City Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥19,056 per adult*
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Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Price is ￥2,104 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak

Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,279 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour

Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥21,835 per traveler*
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What to do in Penang Island

Stay near popular Penang Island attractions

A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront at dusk.

Gurney Drive

8.0/10 (1,315 reviews)
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Popular day trips from Penang Island

A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a sign reading "Yap Temple," and a gate with a plaque.

George Town

A pier extending into calm waters with a mountainous backdrop under a cloudy sky.

Jerejak Island

A brightly lit pagoda with traditional Chinese architecture, surrounded by numerous red and yellow lanterns.

Air Itam

A coastal cityscape with dense urban architecture, including historic buildings and a prominent lighthouse.

Jelutong

A wooden bridge leading to a beach with clear turquoise water and a forested hill in the background.

Balik Pulau

A beach with large rocks and a forested hillside.

Teluk Kumbar

A densely populated urban area with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

Kampung Rambutan

A wooden pier extending into calm water with boats docked on either side.

Kampung Batu Uban