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
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
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
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
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

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 426 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
SAR 426
SAR 474 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (510 reviews)
"The room is clean, The staffs are very friendly and helpful. room aircon is centralized. We cannot set the temperature and it is very cold in the night when sleeping as the blanket is quite thin. We need to wear extra clothing to sleep."

Reviewed on 16 June 2025

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Royale Chulan Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
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)
"Lovely hotel. Attentive staff. Top class venue. Best location."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

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Royale Chulan Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
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! (154 reviews)
A lovely place.
"Very enjoyable in the heart of Georgetown so easy walking around in the evenings. Staff were helpful, offered a packed breakfast for us on our early departure. Thanks so much."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

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Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 557 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
SAR 557
SAR 612 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (250 reviews)
7 Terraces In Georgetown Penang
"Excellent and spacious hotel rooms, comfortable king bed and great pillows. Very traditional decor which we enjoyed. Breakfast was very good, afternoon tea by the pool was nice, the bar area great and the restaurant at the hotel was amazing definitely worth eating there"

Reviewed on 7 June 2025

Seven Terraces Hotel
East Indies Mansion
East Indies Mansion
3 out of 5
No 25 Lebuh China, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
Penang Rare Find
"Great little hotel, a little gem. a unique experience in a heritage house/ hotel. The stalf we're exceptional and went out of their way to assist and cater for your needs. The personal touch is everywhere in this hotel from the dining room, to the courtyard and common areas an enjoyable experience ..."

Reviewed on 21 April 2025

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East Indies Mansion
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 437 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 437
SAR 484 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews)
"This is the 3rd we are staying at the Ascott Gurney Penang. We have always liked the amenities of the Ascott, especially the in-room washer/dryer and spacious rooms. The cost to stay at this hotel is very expensive. I wish the price can be further improved, or allow us to earn points while paying ..."

Reviewed on 23 June 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Historic George Town

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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 Gurney Paragon and Gurney Drive.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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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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