Tours/Penang/Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour
Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour
4.2(25)Penang3 hours
VIATOR4.3(10)TRIPADVISOR4.1(15)
At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$45 / person
Location
Penang, Malaysia
Rating
4.2 / 5 · 25 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
MAM Holidays Malaysia
Description
Join this walking tour to experience George town in a different way. You’ll experience Georgetown’s mixture of cultures and faiths, customs and traditions, smells and sights, and along with the historical architecture, there’s galleries, boutiques, street art and if you get hungry, some excellent eateries along the way. In this 3 hours tour you will visit Chew Jetty, Armenian Street, Kapitan Keling mosque, Sri Mahamanian temple, Little India and much more.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8:30 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 13+)
$45
Child (ages 3–12)
$26
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $82.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour
Itinerary
Chew Jetty
10 min
Our tour guide will pick up you at 8:30 am from your hotel lobby centrally located in George Town. Start this walking tour by paying a visit to Chew Jetty, An Old Chinese Waterfront Settlement is the largest and most lively jetty in Penang
Armenian Street
10 min
Move on to nearer Sights Armenian Street, Lying within the core zone of the George Towns World Heritage Site, the street is surrounded by Chinese Temples and Clan Houses. The street itself is full of charming shophouses, artists galleries, cafe's and some of the best of Penang's street art can be found around this area.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
10 min
Walk around Kapitan Keling Mosque, built in the 19th century by Indian Muslim traders in George Town. It is the largest mosque in Georgetown and looks sublime at sunset. The walls are covered with calligraphy panels and stained glass windows featuring arabesques of geometrical designs and floral motifs. The floor is a solid, polished white marble with long rows of prayer rugs strewn all over it.
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
10 min
Continue your walking to The Sri Mahamariamman Temple, This is the oldest Hindu temple standing in Penang. It is standing there, in the same spot, since 200 years ago. Amazing sculptures of gods and goddesses are to be seen over the main entrance of the temple.
Little India - Penang
10 min
Walk along to Little India, This is an ethnic Indian enclave. This is famous for its Colorful neighborhood with dozens of shops & vendors for Indian clothing, jewelry & street food.
Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
15 min
Move on to Kuan yin temple or The Goddess of Mercy Temple, is the first temple ever built in Georgetown, Penang, by Chinese settlers. Enjoy the temple's many beautiful features like the dragon-entwined pillars, carved from a type of greenstone, which support the temple's high roof.
St. George's Anglican Church
15 min
Visit St. George's Church, This is a 19th-century Anglican church in the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. It is the oldest purpose-built Anglican church in Southeast Asia.
Khoo Kongsi
Admission included60 min
Lastly pay a visit to Khoo Kongsi, a large Chinese clan house with elaborate and highly ornamented architecture, a mark of the dominant presence of the Chinese in Penang Malaysia. Then our guide will drop off you at your hotel/accommodation in George Town with sweet memories.
What's included
Included
Sightseeing by Walk
English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Transportation
Any other Expenses not mentioned
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.2
25 reviews
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How it compares in Penang
No. 8 by number of reviews among 72 tours in Penang
Excurgo comparison of 72 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
A big amount of walking is involved.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour take?
Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $45 per person for this Penang experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $82. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $26, adults from $45. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by MAM Holidays Malaysia.
Reviews(25)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Nagesh_C
August 15, 2026 · via Viator
Wonderful overview of George Town
Mohammed did a great job showing us this historical area. He was patient in accommodating our compressed schedule due to our flight. Just know that the tour also includes a stop at a Batik fabric shop (they demonstrate how its made) and a shop for the famous Penang white coffee. We bought items, but it wasn't because of high-pressure salespeople; the atmosphere was relaxed, and everyone was very nice. We also didn't inquire about opting out of the shopping stop. Over all we had a great time and I highly recommend this tour with Mohammed. We would love to go back to Penang to spend more time in George Town.
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Rukshika_J
May 1, 2026 · via Viator
Didn’t Hit the Mark
We covered the area around the temple, Armenia Street, Umbrella Street, jetty etc. was taken to a very commercial coffee place at the end. Guide seem like he wanted to finish the tour soon and wasn’t very informative
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Suk_C
March 24, 2026 · via Viator
Lim was so friendly, warm...
Lim was so friendly, warm and informative. He went above and beyond and his service was excellent. I recommend him to anyone who would like to spend time and learn local history from him. He is truly a Penang tourist ambassador.
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Gail W
January 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fabulous walking tour
Fabulous walking tour of George Town with Matthew who was a very informative guide. We experienced lots of different aspects of life and religion past and present in this Town.
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Leslie_T
January 10, 2026 · via Viator
Mohammad was a very kind...
Mohammad was a very kind and thoughtful guide . even though it was a walking tour.he picked us up from the ship and drove us around which was convenient for us. We also walked on the streets and he gave us time for shopping and browsing.
1 people found this helpful
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bessie626
September 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Very okay
Guide was friendly and knowledgable, but pricey for how brief it was.
Not every location was visited and would have preferred to skip the shopping destination.
1 people found this helpful
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Eduardo_F
July 15, 2025 · via Viator
Friendly and intimate...
Friendly and intimate guiding to appreciate the secrets of the place, wonderful cultural tour of Penang
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bessie626
April 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Just very okay
Guide was super friendly and professional, but the tour didn't stop every at every advertised location was visited and would have preferred to skip the shopping destination. Went on another tour the same day and got more description for the same stops. Bit too pricey for what it is.
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AMsays
February 8, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A wonderful historic UNESCO World Heritage Site
We enlisted a local tour operator to show us this wonderful, historical UNESCO World Heritage Site. In no particular order we saw Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower, Fort Cornwallis, Chew Jetty, Armenian Street, Kapitan Keeling Mosque, Little India, Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Goddess of Mercy Temple, St. George Anglican Church and Khoo Kongsi. The local street art was also visited including: "little children on a bicycle" and "flying Butterfly Cat". Great guide who also gave us tips on the street food and the brest places to shop.
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stevepP1744DN
December 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Very knowledgeable!
Mohammed was very friendly. Great English. Unfortunately we all felt like he was rushing to finish. 3 hrs of tour was completed in 2 hours.
1 people found this helpful
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