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Home/Destinations/George Town/George Town highlights
Highlights · George Town itinerary

George Town Highlights: The Best Itinerary

See the very best of Penang’s capital. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Heritage
  2. 2Penang Hill
  3. 3Food
  4. 4Best

The heritage core

The Blue Mansion and old town.

Penang Hill

The funicular and views.

Street food

The city’s legendary hawker fare.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in George Town — prices per person.

3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Lunch Hop in George Town Penang
Penang Island
3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Lunch Hop in George Town Penang
5.0(41)·3 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
Penang City & Temple Tour With Penang Hill(Fast Lane)
Penang Island
Penang City & Temple Tour With Penang Hill(Fast Lane)
4.9(182)·6 hours
from$88/ person
via Viator
Southern Flavors Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Phuket
Southern Flavors Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
5.0(2,159)·4 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
Discover Secrets of Penang’s Food and Cultural Heritage
Penang Island
Discover Secrets of Penang’s Food and Cultural Heritage
5.0(21)·4 hours
from$49/ person
via Viator
Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si
Penang Island
Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si
4.9(32)·5 hours
from$75/ person
via Viator
Baba Tastes Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Phuket
Baba Tastes Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
5.0(363)·4 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
George Town UNESCO World Heritage Historic City Walk
Penang Island
George Town UNESCO World Heritage Historic City Walk
5.0(17)·3–6 hours
from$89/ person
via Viator
Penang City Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
Penang Island
Penang City Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
4.7(34)·6 hours
from$106/ person
via Viator

George Town highlights — FAQ

What are the must-see highlights?
The heritage core and Blue Mansion, Penang Hill, and a Penang street-food tour.
How long do the highlights take?
Two days let you enjoy the old town, the hill and the food scene comfortably.
What is the top highlight?
George Town’s street food, often called the best in Asia.

Explore more in George Town

Heritage & Blue MansionStreet ArtStreet FoodPenang HillTemples