If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Gurney Drive in Downtown George Town. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Gurney Paragon, Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Plaza.
If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Penang Hill, a park in the heart of Mukim 16 Ayer Hitam? Our travellers also like this walkable area for its restaurants and beaches. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Penang Botanic Gardens and Penang Botanical Gardens, both nearby.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to KOMTAR – just one of the monuments in Downtown George Town. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is culturally rich and that it has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
"Great hotel. Rooms are spacious, well appointed, great pool and amazing breakfast. What was lacking was the ability of the front desk staff to provide good restaurant suggestions. There should be a list that the hotel provides with suggestions. I would definitely recommend the Eastern and Oriental Hotel and would stay there again."
"Facility is 4.5 or 5 star. Management questionable. No real how water for the showers. Could not use pool for two days due to poor water clarity. No signs on this either! "
