Street art, clan houses and Malaysia’s best hawker food.
George Town, Penang’s UNESCO-listed capital, mixes Chinese shophouses and clan temples, Indian and Malay quarters and colonial buildings with murals on every corner. Hawker stalls serve char kway teow and laksa; Penang Hill and the beaches of Batu Ferringhi offer a break.
Known for
- Food
- Photography
- Culture
- Architecture
Best time to visit
The best months for Penang are January, February, March and December.
Suggested route
4 nights across 2 stops. Jourimo adjusts it to the length of your trip.
- 1George Town · 3 nights
- 2Batu Ferringhi · 1 night