What's Downtown George Town like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Downtown George Town, especially its shops and historical sites. Enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's rich culture and selection of restaurants. Spend an afternoon at Kidland Penang or Chew Thean Yang Aquarium. There's plenty more to see, including KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
How to get to Downtown George Town
Flying to:
- Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Downtown George Town
Things to see and do in and around Downtown George Town
What to see in Downtown George Town
- KOMTAR
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
Things to do in Downtown George Town
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang Times Square
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Penang State Museum
- Pulau Tikus Market
Other popular Downtown George Town attractions
- Penang City Hall
- Fort Cornwallis
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Paragon
When is the best time to visit George Town?
- Hottest months: March, April, February, May (average 28°C)
- Coldest months: January, December, February, November (average 27°C)
- Rainiest months: November, October, December, May (average 338 mm of rainfall)