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Georgetown Highlights Half Day Penang City Tour(5 hours)

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Georgetown Highlights Half Day Penang City Tour(5 hours)

About this activity

Penang is a popular tourist destination in Malaysia and its capital Georgetown is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A fusion of different people, cultures and traditions, Georgetown used to be a major trading hub in the Straits of Penang. The city was known for its colorful architecture, combining British colonial buildings, Chinese shop houses and mosques. In just four hours, you will get to see some of the best sights Georgetown has to offer and what makes it a truly unique city that cannot be found anywhere else in Asia.

Highlights:

  • Discover Georgetown on an immersive 4-hour tour
  • Explore Penang's capital and its best sights and attractions
  • Visit the city's most popular landmarks, including Fort Cornwallis
  • Lay your eyes on the famous Reclining Buddha Statue in Penang
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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
Penang Tours by Pesona

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–9 years) · Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel pick up and drop off (50% surcharge applies for pick-up/drop-off outside George Town)
  • Included: As per Malaysian law, groups with more than 6 tourists must have a licensed professional guide
  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Entrance Ticket

Not included

  • Not included: Personal expenses
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Fort Cornwallis

    30 min Admission included

    Meet our driver at your hotel and start off with your tour to Fort Cornwallis. Fort Cornwallis is a bastion fort in George Town, Penang, Malaysia, built by the British East India Company in the late 18th century. Fort Cornwallis is the largest standing fort in Malaysia. The fort never engaged in combat during its operational history.

  2. The Star Pitt Street

    40 min

    The ‘Street of Harmony’ constructed in the 18th century also known as Pitt Street stands as a testimony of Malaysia. Featuring four major religious buildings stand solidly along this street are Goddess of Mercy Temple, Kapitan Keling Mosque, Sri Mariamman Temple and the St George’s Church. From the location of these buildings, it can be said that this was a place opened up for all the communities around the world.

  3. Chinatown - Penang

    40 min

    Chinatown is home to busy narrow streets lined with picturesque old buildings, many of which have shops or restaurants on the lower levels. At night, the streets become home to the many hawker stalls that set up to serve cheap and delicious Chinese and Malay cuisine.

  4. Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple

    30 min Admission not included

    This Thai-style Buddhist shrine is home to a huge reclining Buddha, mosaic dragons & other statues.

  5. Coffee Tree

    40 min

    On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea @ Coffee Tree Crown Pewter demonstration – Witness how Malaysian handicraft is made

    After the city tour ends, the driver will bring you back to your hotel or you may request to be dropped in any location in Georgetown.

  6. Street Art Penang

    15 min

    A vibrant street in Penang, Malaysia, decorated with colorful umbrellas hanging above. Popular for photos, street art, and a cheerful atmosphere.

  7. Chew Jetty

    20 min

    A traditional Chinese waterfront village built on wooden stilts. Visitors can walk along the wooden walkways, see local homes, enjoy sea views, and experience Penang’s living heritage. It’s also a great spot for photos

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Muntri Grove Hotel
  • The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
  • Hotel Sentral Georgetown
  • Yeng Keng Hotel Penang
  • The Rice Miller Hotel & Godowns
  • Hotel Penaga
  • Le Embassy Hotel, George Town
  • Oasis Hotel
  • Spices Hotel
  • Kimberley Hotel Georgetown
  • Chulia Heritage Hotel

and 53 more pickup points

Pick-up and drop-off are available for hotels in Penang Island. However, for locations far from the town area, additional charges may apply. Pickup is available only for travelers within Penang State.

Using your ticket

Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.

Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point.

Hotline number : +60124270841 (Daily : 7:00am - 9:00pm)

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • As per Malaysian law, groups with more than 6 tourists must have a licensed professional guide

Traveller ratings

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Georgetown Highlights Half Day Penang City Tour(5 hours)

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