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 1st Avenue Mall or Penang Times Square, you might find the perfect souvenir. There's plenty more to see, including KOMTAR and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site.
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
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang Times Square
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Gurney Drive
Other Popular Downtown George Town Attractions
- Penang City Hall
- Fort Cornwallis
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Gurney Paragon
- Gurney Plaza
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)