The notebook of Penang Island and George Town
Passing coves to great horizons.
On the island of Penang, George Town gathers clan houses, port quarters and peranakan cultures. Penang Hill reliefs and the forests of the National Park extend the discovery beyond the historic centre.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
Island · Heritage · Forest
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Penang Island and George Town
On the island of Penang, George Town gathers clan houses, port quarters and peranakan cultures. Penang Hill reliefs and the forests of the National Park extend the discovery beyond the historic centre.
Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Khoo Kongsi
- Kek Lok Si
- Penang Hill
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang National Park
- Chew Jetty
Before you choose
- Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Heritage
Khoo Kongsi
Khoo Kongsi is a clan house in George Town known for its carved decorations and ceremonial spaces. The open areas are discovered respecting the activities of the community.
Temple
Kek Lok Si
Kek Lok Si deploys on the heights of Air Itam with pavilions, courtyards and a pagoda. Stairs and different accesses require to adapt the route to its mobility.
Mountain
Penang Hill
Penang Hill offers landscapes of wooded relief and views of the island from accessible areas. The possibilities of climb and open paths vary with the weather and the operation of the facilities.
Museum
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
The Pinang Peranakan Mansion preserves a house and collections dedicated to peranakan cultures. The decorations and objects must be observed in the authorized spaces, according to the conditions of visit of the museum.
Practical tips
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