What's Downtown George Town Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Downtown George Town, especially its restaurants and historical sites. Enjoy this walkable neighborhood's rich culture and selection of shops. With a trip to Prangin Mall or 1st Avenue Mall, you might find the perfect souvenir. There's plenty more to see, including KOMTAR and Penang Times Square.
How to Get to Downtown George Town
Flying to:
- Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Downtown George Town
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown George Town
What to See in Downtown George Town
- KOMTAR
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
Things to Do in Downtown George Town
- Prangin Mall
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang Times Square
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Pulau Tikus Market
Other Popular Downtown George Town Attractions
- Penang City Hall
- Fort Cornwallis
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Paragon
When Is the Best Time to Visit George Town?
- Hottest months: March, April, February, May (average 82°F)
- Coldest months: January, December, February, November (average 80°F)
- Rainiest months: November, October, December, May (average 13 inches of rainfall)