Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Penang Island December 2025 | Expedia.ca [Penang Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Island.dx553248635976194258)[Hotels in Penang Island](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Island-Hotels.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Penang Island](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Penang Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Car-Rental-Guide)[Penang Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Island.d553248635976194258.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Penang Island ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Penang Island Types of activities Where to stay [Penang Island travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Island.dx553248635976194258) ![Penang which includes forest scenes, a waterfall and rainforest](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39450-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Penang which includes street scenes and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41464-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Penang featuring street scenes and tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39452-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Georgetown featuring boating, general coastal views and a skyscraper](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39449-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Penang National Park featuring a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41311-Penang-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Penang Island Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Penang Island has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Penang Island is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Penang Island to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Penang Island Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Penang Island. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Penang Island attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Penang Island | Number of things to do | 129 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package](/things-to-do/airalo-malaysia-package.a46752139.activity-details): CA $4 | | Top 5 things to do | [Penang Hill Funicular Ticket](/things-to-do/penang-hill-funicular-ticket.a709716.activity-details)[eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package](/things-to-do/airalo-malaysia-package.a46752139.activity-details)[Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/the-top-penang-admission-ticket.a48708015.activity-details)[Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour](/things-to-do/half-day-penang-countryside-cycling-tour.a709711.activity-details)[Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town](/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-cheong-fatt-tzes-blue-mansion-in-george-town.a1316552.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour](/things-to-do/penang-evening-walking-foods-tour.a44822962.activity-details)[Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)](/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-penang-international-airport-pen.a249730.activity-details)[Malaysia: Penang Tropical Spice Garden Guided Tours Tickets](/things-to-do/tropical-spice-garden-experience.a2289933.activity-details)[George Town World Heritage Site Baba Nyonya Costume Rental](/things-to-do/george-town-world-heritage-site-baba-nyonya-costume-rental.a49949250.activity-details)[Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour](/things-to-do/georgetown-heritage-trishaw-ride-half-day-penang-island-tour.a47416677.activity-details) | | With kids | [Penang Hill Funicular Ticket](/things-to-do/penang-hill-funicular-ticket.a709716.activity-details)[Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/the-top-penang-admission-ticket.a48708015.activity-details)[Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town](/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-cheong-fatt-tzes-blue-mansion-in-george-town.a1316552.activity-details)[Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/the-habitat-penang-hill-admission-ticket.a44760669.activity-details)[Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm](/things-to-do/entopia-by-penang-butterfly-farm.a896439.activity-details) | ## What to do in Penang Island --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Penang Island ![Gurney Drive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/db6df4249251ad02bef953512ba5b496.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gurney Drive During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Gurney-Drive-George-Town.d6204190.Vacation-Attraction) ![Penang Hill](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474427-Penang-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penang Hill Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below. [](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Hill-George-Town.d6220540.Vacation-Attraction) ![Queensbay Mall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ad55d58a5060bd18683a19125fc4e22d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensbay Mall During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Queensbay-Mall-Bayan-Lepas.d6113884.Vacation-Attraction) ![KOMTAR which includes a high-rise building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41331-Komtar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KOMTAR Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment. [](https://expedia.ca/KOMTAR-Downtown-George-Town.d6113866.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ferringgi Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8cbb48e114a0031d5826401fd6efbc3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ferringgi Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Ferringgi-Beach-George-Town.d6056054.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kek Lok Si Temple featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39416-Kek-Lok-Si-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kek Lok Si Temple Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple. [](https://expedia.ca/Kek-Lok-Si-Temple-George-Town.d6113864.Vacation-Attraction) ![Penang City Hall showing an administrative building and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41337-Penang-City-Hall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penang City Hall One of Penang’s finest examples of Victorian architecture makes for a pleasant backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade. [](https://expedia.ca/Penang-City-Hall-George-Town.d6113872.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pinang Peranakan Mansion featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41344-Pinang-Peranakan-Mansion.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pinang Peranakan Mansion Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang. [](https://expedia.ca/Pinang-Peranakan-Mansion-Downtown-George-Town.d6113880.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/793f67889be0f452f0b340c7de92fc52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cheong-Fatt-Tze-Mansion-Downtown-George-Town.d6113850.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Penang Island ![Georgetown featuring boating, general coastal views and a skyscraper](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39449-Penang.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown George Town 4.5/5(64 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. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Downtown-George-Town.dx6056055) ![Tropical Spice Garden featuring signage and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/41000/41319-Tropical-Spice-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Batu Ferringhi Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Batu-Ferringhi.dx3000003711) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7cc73776baf6567df3b00ade7aef887d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Tanjung-Tokong.dx3000003573) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ab0c49f87e3eb6534dd68f50788589c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bayan Lepas 3/5(4 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Bayan-Lepas.dx6139012) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/238d9759e75f7f657b17fab02a551220.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tanjung Pinang If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Tanjung-Pinang.dx553248635976396456) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ec787afd96958df3c3e30dad2da51005.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gelugor 4/5(1 area review) You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at The Light City or Penang Youth and Sports Complex. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Gelugor.dx6336183) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Penang Island ![George Town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/532000/532892-george-town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### George Town ![Jerejak Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/70582799c0e92544ed4480d9327f583d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jerejak Island ![Photo by Nat K](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/775f332bf0df3bc0ea5059c34e6dffe0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Balik Pulau ![Kek Lok Si Temple showing religious aspects, forest scenes and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39412-Kek-Lok-Si-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kampung Cantik ![Photo by hl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/999e9005edc62c76af84942a1670e31c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kampung Titi Serong ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - [Kampung Permatang Bongor Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampung-Permatang-Bongor-Hotels.d3000755775.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Pulau Payar Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Pulau-Payar-Hotels.d553248635056404994.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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