Penang Area Guide

Everything You Need To Know About Penang's Area

Dubbed ‘The Pearl of the Orient’ by foreign traders back in the olden days, Penang – also locally-known as ‘Pulau Mutiara’ or ‘Pearl Island’ – is an eclectic yet interesting mixture of local cultures and old-world allure. Aside from the many historical attractions dotted all over the island, Penang is also well-known for its abundance of superb, authentic hawkers’ delights which the locals claim can’t be duplicated elsewhere. Its capital, George Town, is also dubbed a ‘living historic city’, and was recently accorded UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its large collection of 19th and early 20th-century buildings.

Despite being a small island, it offers plenty of sightseeing opportunities as well a chance to sample its culture and heritage; regardless of whether you prefer to spend some time with nature or learn about its history, Penang will enchant you in more ways than one. With many things to see and do around the island – such as the infamous Gurney Drive, the Reclining Buddha and Fort Cornwallis - and plenty of food to sample and savour, you will feel that you can never get enough of Penang – it’ll leave you wanting for more!

Georgetown

With a long and illustrious history under its belt, Penang’s capital city is one of the most interesting and colourful cities in Malaysia. Named after King George III, walking down the streets of George Town is like walking through the paths of history. (Read more...)

Batu Feringgi

One of Penang’s most popular destinations, Batu Feringgi consists of a long stretch of soft, white sandy beach along a winding road named Jalan Batu Feringgi, filled with a host of accommodation and dining options. (Read more...)

Tanjung Bungah

Literally meaning ‘Flower Cape’, Tanjung Bungah is a seaside suburb located between Gurney and Batu Feringghi. Originally a sleepy fishing village, it has risen in popularity over the years to become one of Penang’s most popular destinations. (Read more...)

Bayan Lepas

Home to the Free Industrial Zone, Bayan Lepas is the island’s main industrial hub. But it’s not all factories and industrial areas here, Bayan Lepas has its own charms and attractions that lots of people still flock to throughout the year. (Read more...)

Gurney

Gurney Drive, otherwise known as Persiaran Gurney, is perhaps one of the most well-known places in Penang. Often referred to as ‘The New Esplanade’, Gurney Drive is a deluge of hawker delights and exciting restaurants that come alive at nighttime. (Read more...)

Seberang Perai

Penang consists of a 285 sq. km island connected via a 13 km bridge to an additional 760 sq. km of mainland, referred to as Seberang Perai. (Read more...)

Penang Map

Our interactive map (and satellite views) displays all available hotels with photos, facilities and guest comments as well as attractions, landmarks and other items of interest with links to relevant information pages. (Read more...)

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