Welcome to Our Penang Travel Guide! 🇲🇾
Join us as we explore the top 15 places to see on Penang Island, Malaysia 2025.
From the historic streets of George Town and the stunning Kek Lok Si Temple to the island’s vibrant hawker food scene, this guide covers all of Penang’s must-see spots!
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0:00 Intro to Penang Island
0:43 Top 15 Attractions on Penang
0:49 Top 10 Attractions in George Town
1:12 The Blue Mansion (Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion)
1:41 Penang’s Hawker Food
2:08 Colonial Era Shophouses
2:32 Chinese Clan Houses
3:16 Penang Peranakan Mansion
3:43 Clan Jetties
4:16 Trishaw Ride
4:36 Kapitan Keling
5:02 Gurney Drive
5:24 Queen Victoria Memorial Clocktower
5:49 5 Attractions beyond George Town
5:55 Kek Lok Si Temple
6:33 Penang Hill
7:01 Batu Ferringhi Beach
7:23 Penang National Park
7:49 Penang Floating Mosque
8:23 5 National Dishes
8:43 Penang Assam Laksa
9:00 Char Kway Teow
9:16 Nasi Kandar
9:34 Rojak
9:49 Apam Balik
10:10 4 Travel Tips
Top 10 Attractions in George Town, Penang Island:
1. The Blue Mansion (Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion) – Step into this UNESCO-listed heritage site, famous for its indigo-blue façade, beautifully restored interiors, and fascinating Feng Shui design.
2. Penang’s Hawker Food – Experience the heart of Penang’s food culture at hawker centers like Gurney Drive and New Lane, serving iconic dishes like Char Kway Teow and Penang Laksa.
3. Colonial Era Shophouses – Wander through George Town’s colorful streets, home to well-preserved colonial shophouses, street art, and hidden cafés.
4. Chinese Clan Houses – Visit the ornate Khoo Kongsi, a masterpiece of Chinese architecture, and the Cheah Kongsi, a beautiful blend of Chinese and European styles.
5. Penang Peranakan Mansion – Explore the lavish lifestyle of the Straits Chinese with its antique furniture, intricate jewelry, and Peranakan artifacts.
6. Clan Jetties – Walk along the wooden stilt houses of the Chew Jetty, where Chinese families have lived for over a century, offering a glimpse into traditional life.
7. Trishaw Ride – Take a nostalgic trishaw ride through George Town’s historic streets and experience Penang at a leisurely pace.
8. Kapitan Keling Mosque – Admire this 19th-century mosque with Moghul and Moorish architecture, featuring a serene prayer hall and striking domes.
9. Gurney Drive – Stroll along this lively seafront promenade, famous for hawker food, upscale shopping, and a vibrant nightlife.
10. Queen Victoria Memorial Clocktower – Visit this 60-foot-tall colonial landmark, built in 1897 to honor Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
Beyond George Town: Must-See Attractions
11. Kek Lok Si Temple – Explore one of Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temples, home to a seven-story pagoda, a towering bronze Goddess of Mercy statue, and countless Buddha figures.
12. Penang Hill – Take the funicular train to the summit for breathtaking island views, and visit The Habitat, an eco-park with canopy walks and lush rainforest.
13. Batu Ferringhi Beach – Relax on golden sands, enjoy water sports, and explore the lively Batu Ferringhi Night Market.
14. Penang National Park – Hike through this natural gem, home to Monkey Beach, a canopy walkway, and the Penang Turtle Sanctuary.
15. Penang Floating Mosque – Marvel at this mosque built on stilts over the sea, designed to appear as if floating during high tide.
5 Must-Try Traditional Dishes in Penang, Malaysia:
1. Penang Assam Laksa – A tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup with tamarind, mackerel, and fresh herbs, packed with bold flavors.
2. Char Kway Teow – Stir-fried flat noodles with prawns, egg, and bean sprouts, cooked over high heat for an irresistible smoky aroma.
3. Nasi Kandar – A flavorful Indian-Muslim dish featuring steamed rice with a mix of rich curries and sides like fried chicken and okra.
4. Rojak – A sweet-and-savory salad made with cucumber, jicama, pineapple, and fried tofu, tossed in shrimp paste sauce and topped with peanuts.
5. Apam Balik – A crispy street-side pancake filled with crushed peanuts, sugar, and sometimes corn or banana for a delicious sweet treat.
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Pinang Peranakan Mansion (12255657216)
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010684 Pinang Peranakan Mansion (Georgetown, Penang - Malaysia)
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Penang Laksa
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