Penang Holidays
Penang Holidays
Penang Holidays
Penang Holidays
Penang holidays in Malaysia
Home to golden sands, UNESCO sites, diverse architecture, a national park and exceptional cuisine, the “Pearl of the Orient” will suit those seeking a chilled-out beach break, cultural getaway or both!
Sweeping along a stretch of the northern coast, Batu Ferringhi is the island’s best beach and a great place for watersports. Jellyfish do occasionally wash in on some tides which can affect swimming, however, all of our featured hotels have fantastic pool areas and are right on the beachfront.
The island’s capital, George Town, is not to be missed. Awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2008, the historic centre is a maze of narrow streets, temples, mosques, colonial architecture and epitomises old-world Asia (see...
Why Visit Penang?
- Fantastic beachfront hotels
- Lovely beaches
- Culture and heritage in Georgetown
- Delicious food
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Penang Travel Guide
Best time to go
Penang enjoys a tropical climate and can be visited throughout the year. The island does experience a relatively mild monsoon period between April and May and again from October to November during which visitors can expect sunshine throughout most days, with rainfall in the evening.
Travel Information
There are no direct flights from the UK to Penang. Kuala Lumpur is approximately 13 hours (non-stop flights) from the UK and the onward flight to Penang is approximately 1 hour.
Local currency
Malaysian Ringgit
Unmissable Experiences
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Little India, A Heritage Walking Tour
This half day tour starts with at the 19th century Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion before you head to Muntri Street, which houses a few bygone era trade guilds. Continue your walk and pass by the sacred Goddess of Mercy temple, colourful flower shops, the oldest Hindu temple, and the traditional Banana leaf Restaurant, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch. Finally, head to the Spice Market where you’ll observe the trading of vibrant spices such as cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg.
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Penang by Night with dinner
Take a trip to the "Pasar Malam" night market to experience the Asian evening vibe! Walk around the stalls and the local stores and maybe pick up a souvenir or gift. After shopping, head to Gurney Drive for a hawker food dinner. These stalls are the all-time local favourites, and the food is the best! Following dinner, jump aboard a trishaw for an hours ride through the streets of old Penang.
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Historical George Town
This private tour begins at the magnificent Wat Chayamangkalaram before proceeding to the ornate Dhammikarama Temple. Drive on past Saint George’s Anglican Church, Kuan Yin – Goddess of Mercy Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple and Masjid Kapitan Keling. Stop to explore the Khoo Kongsi clan mansion, before a brief photo stop at Fort Cornwallis, where Francis Light and his crew first set foot on Penang’s beaches in 1786.
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Eating Asia - Heritage Walk
Begin at lively Chowrasta Market to watch locals trading before enjoying some scrumptious toast bread. Continue to the shopping haven of Campbell Street where you can try dim sum, or ‘har gao’. Next up, visit Khoo Kongsi Clan House, stop at Kapitan Kling Mosque before a brunch of roti canai (a traditional Indian Muslim pancake). Walk to Sri Mahamariamman Temple and the Goddess of Mercy Temple before lunch at the Banana Leaf Restaurant to feast on rice with curry on a banana leaf.
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