Penang Full Day City Tour

Penang Full Day City Tour

Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural, we make sure you see the best of Penang.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Asni Tours & Travels, Block B3-1-27 Jalan 1/152 Taman OUG Parklane, Kuala Lumpur 58200 Malaysia

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel at 9.30 AM. You will be able to meet and greet our friendly English-speaking driver at the hotel lobby and proceed for the tour.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Penang Hill, Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera Air Itam, George Town, Penang Island 11500 Malaysia

You will visit Penang Hill where you will ride a funicular train to its peak at 833m above sea level to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Georgetown and mainland Butterworth. Colonial bungalows can be found around this hill due to the British preferring to stay in a cooler climate compared to the hot and humid environment in the city.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Komtar, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia

Enjoy the feeling of being on The Top Town’s highest point, grab the thrilling experience of walking on air, 816 feet above sea level from Heritage George Town and a stunning seamless view of George Town with a 360 degree panoramic view. Observatory Deck (10am-6pm only) at Level 65 also features a glass walkway that lets you watch the world go by below. It offers a stunning 360° view of Georgetown and beyond.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Chowrasta Market, Penang Road, George Town, Penang Island 10000 Malaysia

You will have your lunch at Chowrasta Market.Chowrasta Market is one of Penang’s oldest, dating back to the mid-19th century, and still one of its liveliest morning markets. Located in George Town’s picturesque old downtown, the market is still very accessible to visitors whilst retaining its very local characteristics. Have the opportunity to grab a small bite of some local delicacies. *Own expenses

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Armenian Street, Lebuh Armenian, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia

Stroll through Armenian Street where its known for its street art/murals are found.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Pengkalan Weld 59A, Chew Jetty, George Town, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia

The Clan Jetties of George Town only came about in the late 19th century. Part of the heritage trail, the clan jetties are a unique sight to witness as you walk through a wooden path on stilts with wooden houses beside you that are still inhabited by the locals till today. After the construction of the Quay in 1882, the waterfront was developed with short public landing stages or jetties. Settlements grew on these foundations and they were used for the loading and unloading of goods and for the mooring of sampans (boats). Gradually, each jetty became identified and dominated by certain clans and over time more huts sprung up. Be awed by the experience of going through a village atmosphere in the heart of the city. Walk through this quaint village made of wooden houses built on top of wooden stilts. Since Penang lost its free port status, most inhabitants here now dwell in many different trades.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: St. George's Church, 1 Lebuh Farquhar Harmony Walk, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia

After that, take a short stroll through the famed Street of Harmony, home to all of the major religions in Malaysia. The settlement of different communities in one small location since the early 1800’s is an amazing sight to wonder.

St. George's Church is a 19th-century Anglican church in the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. It is the oldest purpose built Anglican church in Southeast Asia. The church lies within the jurisdiction of the Upper North Archedeaconry of the Anglican Diocese of West Malaysia

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng), Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia

The Goddess of Mercy Temple is a Chinese temple in the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Situated at Pitt Street, it was first built in 1728, making it Penang's oldest Taoist temple. The temple is dedicated to the Taoist Goddess of Mercy, Guan Yin.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Lebuh Queen, George Town, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Built in 1833, the Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple in George Town is the oldest Hindu temple in Penang, Malaysia, and features sculptures of gods and goddesses over its main entrance and facade. It is located at Queen Street, George Town. It is also known as Mariamman Temple or Queen Street Indian Temple

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Kapitan Keling Mosque, Chulia Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia

The Kapitan Keling Mosque is a mosque built in the 19th century by Indian Muslim traders in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It is situated on the corner of Buckingham Street and Pitt Street.


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Fort Cornwallis, Leboh Light, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia

The 18th-century fort was built by the British East India Company, and while its cannons are still trained on the water, Fort Cornwallis has never engaged in battle.(Photo stop only)

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Gurney Drive, 10250 Malaysia

Next, you will have your dinner at Gurney Drive. Gurney Drive is a deluge of hawker delights and exciting restaurants that come alive at nighttime, giving the unique experience of dining by the sea. Gurney Drive was named after Sir Henry Gurney, a Malayan High Commissioner who was assassinated by the guerrillas of the Malayan Communist Party during the Emergency period in the early 1950s. *Own expenses

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gurney Plaza, Plaza Gurney Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang Island 10250 Malaysia

If time permits, you will go to Gurney Plaza to shop around for some souvenirs.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Straits Quay Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang Tanjung Tokong, Penang Island 10470 Malaysia

Straits Quay is a shopping mall-cum-marina in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It is located at Seri Tanjung Pinang, a newly developed township that sits on reclaimed land within the George Town suburb of Tanjung Tokong. Enjoy the last part of the trip with the stunning night view at Straits Quay.

Duration: 40 minutes