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Things to see in George Town, Penang (Malaysia): 47 places and when to go

George Town, Penang is a major city in Malaysia with around 2,500,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 47 places in and around it, mainly Temples (18), History (8), Nature (8). The best known are Penang Bridge, Kek Lok Si and Kapitan Keling Mosque. 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.

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In a nutshell

Where
Malaysia · 5.4136, 100.3294
Population
About 2,500,000
Places
47 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Temples (18) · History (8) · Nature (8) · Museums and art (7) · Mountains (6) · Architecture (4)
Best time
February to April and June to August.
Also possible
January, May and September to October.
Nearest airport
PEN Penang, 14 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Bukit Laksamana, at 755 m.

What to see in George Town, Penang

The places in and around George Town, Penang, 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.

And the other 23, by what you come to do:

When to go to George Town, Penang

The best time to visit George Town, Penang 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.

  1. JanPossible11:43
  2. FebBest time11:50
  3. MarBest time11:58
  4. AprBest time12:07
  5. MayPossible12:15
  6. JunBest time12:19
  7. JulBest time12:17
  8. AugBest time12:11
  9. SepPossible12:02
  10. OctPossible11:53
  11. NovBetter not11:45
  12. 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, 45 of the 47 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 George Town, Penang

The nearest main airport is Penang International Airport (PEN, Penang), 14 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.

Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)

Other towns nearby

And all of Malaysia, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in George Town, Penang?

The best known: Penang Bridge, Kek Lok Si, Kapitan Keling Mosque, Penang State Mosque, Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge. In all, 47 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit George Town, Penang?

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 George Town, Penang?

The nearest main airport is Penang International Airport (PEN), 14 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with George Town, Penang as the destination and these 47 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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