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Things to see in Butterworth, Seberang Perai (Malaysia): 7 places and when to go
Butterworth, Seberang Perai is a city in Malaysia with around 822,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Nature (3), Mountains (3), With kids (2). The best known are Minor Basilica of St. Anne, Prai River Bridge and Bukit Badak Mati. The best time to come is February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. There are about 12 h 19 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Malaysia · 5.4171, 100.4
- Population
- About 822,000
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (3) · Mountains (3) · With kids (2) · Temples (1) · Architecture (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- February to April and June to August.
- Also possible
- January, May and September to October.
- Nearest airport
- PEN Penang, 19 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Gunung Bongsu, at 659 m.
What to see in Butterworth, Seberang Perai
The places in and around Butterworth, Seberang Perai, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Minor Basilica of St. AnneChurch building in Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia11 km
- Prai River BridgeBridge in Malaysia4.0 km
- Bukit Badak MatiHill in Malaysia24 km
- Gunung BongsuMountain in Kedah, Malaysia32 km
- Langkap HillHill in Malaysia12 km
- Bertam Resort & Water ParkWith kids13 km
- Penang Bird ParkWith kids · Wildlife2.5 km
When to go to Butterworth, Seberang Perai
The best time to visit Butterworth, Seberang Perai is February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible11:43
- FebBest time11:50
- MarBest time11:58
- AprBest time12:07
- MayPossible12:15
- JunBest time12:19
- JulBest time12:17
- AugBest time12:11
- SepPossible12:02
- OctPossible11:53
- NovBetter not11:45
- DecBetter not11:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 19 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In February, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to Malaysia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Butterworth, Seberang Perai
The nearest main airport is Penang International Airport (PEN, Penang), 19 km as the crow flies. How to get around Malaysia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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- Alor Setar9 places78 km
- Kuala Kangsar7 places95 km
- Kangar7 places115 km
And all of Malaysia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Butterworth, Seberang Perai?
The best known: Minor Basilica of St. Anne, Prai River Bridge, Bukit Badak Mati, Gunung Bongsu, Langkap Hill. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Butterworth, Seberang Perai?
February to April and June to August; also possible: January, May and September to October. There are about 12 h 19 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Butterworth, Seberang Perai?
The nearest main airport is Penang International Airport (PEN), 19 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Butterworth, Seberang Perai as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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