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Here are Penang’s must-try food, quirky cafes, popular attractions and exciting parks all in a convenient list format to keep handy while travelling.


This restaurant is famously known for their dim sum
Address: 45 Lebuh Cintra, George Town, 10100, Penang, MALAYSIA
A tropical forest perfect for hiking, picnicking and water dipping, Bukit Mertajam Recreational Forest is a relaxing spot amidst nature to spend time with loved ones. For an extra challenge, try to find the giant tree with roots equal to the height of two adults!
Address: Jalan Kolam Air, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, MALAYSIA.
Named after our country's first prime minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman. Taman Tunku is one of Butterworth's best recreational areas making it the perfect spot for evening jogs surrounded by lush greenery.
Address: Lorong Tenggiri, Seberang Jaya, 13700 Perai, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tan Coin Trading is an antique shop located on Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling.
Address: 76, Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling,(Pitt Street), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Eng Chuan Tong is the clan temple of the Eng Chuan Tong Tan Kongsi which is the oldest of the Tan clan associations in Penang. It is located at Seh Tan Court which is linked to Beach Street in the inner city of George Town.
Address: Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
The floating mosque is built on the bay but is not actually floating. It is standing on pilings and stilts and also has a towering minaret which the height is equivalent to a seven storey-building.
Address: Jalan Tanjung Bunga, Tanjung Bunga, 11200, Penang, MALAYSIA
The open air night market in Tanjung Bungah is located right outside the wet market building of the neighbourhood, off the main Tanjung Bungah road. Here, just before the sun sets each Tuesday evening, is where you can find a variety of things from favourite hawker food to clothing. The myriad stalls and vendors give out a cheerful, busy ambience and they will surely tempt you with many flavours and colourful things at very reasonable prices.
Address: Jalan Tanjung Bungah, Tanjung Bungah, 11200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tanjung City Marina, also known as the Church Street Pier is open to the public and is a favorite hangout place for Penangites.
Address: Lebuh Church Pier, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tean Ean is a local confectionary store that sells tau sar pneah, beh teh hiong pneah, pepper biscuit, hiong pneah and more.
Address: 90, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, George Town, 10050, Penang, MALAYSIA
A science discovery centre comprising 120 interactive exhibits that include thematic galleries such as robotics, life tech, optics and electro-magnetism. It also features an Astronomy Observatory.
Address: Geodesic Dome, KOMTAR, Jalan Penang, 10000 George Town, Penang, MALAYSIA
This interpretative museum is Malaysia's first and largest collection of teddy bears from various nations and eras as early as the 1900s. Check out the very first batches of teddy bears ever made, to miniature teddies and even human sized ones.
Address: 56, Jalan Low Yat, Puncak Ria, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Teh Bunga Mansion at 138 Hutton Lane is a stately double-storey historic building in George Town.
Address: 138 Hutton Lane, George Town, 10050, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tek Sen has been up and running since 1970s and today, they're best known for delicious Chinese home cooked meals in the likes of fried roast pork, assam prawns, curry fish and more.
Address: 18-20, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, 10100, Penang, MALAYSIA
Located off the northern cape of Penang Island, its scenic surroundings are a favourite picnic spot for locals. Teluk Bahang Dam sets the dramatic stage for the annual Penang International Dragon Boat Festival races.
Address: Teluk Bahang, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Penang, MALAYSIA
During the first and fifteenth day of every lunar month the goddess of Mercy Temple is a packed with devotees seekin divine guidance.
Address: Lorong Muda (Off Jalan Stewart), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Teow Hin Chan is one of George Town's last purveyors of traditional Chinese kitchenware which is all imported from different regions of China according to the region's speciality. Most of the traditional kitchenware in the shop is made entirely or partially by hand. In addition to kitchenware, the shop also stocks a range of porcelain Chinese idols.
Address: 224, Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
A vegetarian cafe that serves Indian meals and Indian sweets
Address: 75, Penang Street, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Specialty coffee & lifestyle space nestled in the heart of Georgetown. Don't forget to get your hands on the churros & cakes at the cafe.
Address: 5, Lorong Stewart, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Art E Space is all about providing an accessible artistic experience for individuals of all ages and abilities.
Address: 3C-1-C, Straits Quay, Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, 10470, Penang, MALAYSIA
Situated near the Balik Pulau town, The Balik Pulau Inn Farmstay is an ecofriendly homestay surrounded by various types of fruit trees and vegetables which are pesticide free. It has three rooms with several beds and each room has its own toilet and bathroom. There is a common hall with television, kitchen and wifi is available. 
Address: 215, Mukim H, Jalan Bahru, Sungai Burung, 11010 Balik Pulau, Penang, MALAYSIA
Known for their great happy hour deals and DJ nights, The Beach Bar has moved in to Upper Penang Road, giving patrons more than a reason to drink merrily and party the night away.
Address: 3H & 3I, Jalan Penang, George Town, 10000, Penang, MALAYSIA
Opened in August 2013, The Camera Museum exhibits a collection of cameras from the eighteenth century till present day, from antique to lomo cameras. Keep a look out for unique rooms such as the Pinhole Room that allows you to imagine yourself being inside a large camera and understand how a camera works from the ancient time until today.
Address: Level B3, Astaka Bukit Bendera, Penang Hill, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Canteen At ChinaHouse is a bar, bistro and performance venue where art and entertainment are embraced.
Address: 183B, Lebuh Victoria, 10300 George Town, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Cat Studio is a music, dance and performance school with a featured recording studio. Apart from offering music and dance courses, The Cat Studio also offers audio recording, editing and voice overs. There's also an online music store to check out on their website.
Address: 24, Pinhorn Road, Jelutong, 11600, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Cellar in Macalister Mansion is the place to lounge, rellax with a glass of fine wine or champagne. It stocks over 300 labels of wines from all over the world, possibly the largest collection in Penang.
Address: Macalister Mansion 228 Jalan Macalister, George Town, 10400, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: No 138 Penang Road, 10100 Georgetown Penang Malaysia
The Habitat Penang Hill offers the most authentic, diverse and educational rainforest experience in Malaysia. Our world class rainforest discovery centre sits on the fringes of an ancient forest reserve protected since 1911 and consists of a 1.6km nature trail that was built by the British East India Company in the early 1800s. Apart from the myriad of flora and fauna that are discoverable along our trail, guests to our park will enjoy breath-taking views of Penang and its surrounding areas atop Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk, the highest public viewing point on the island.
Address: Penang Hill Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera, Air Itam, 11300, Penang, MALAYSIA
George Town’s House of Yeap Chor Ee focuses on the life of Yeap Chor Ee, an immigrant barber turned banker and Penang’s immigrant history.
Address: House of Yeap Chor Ee No 4 Lebuh Penang, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Following her first mural of a 'Child Mural At Prangin Canal' on Prangin Canal, George Town, 'The Indian Boatman' is the second mural painted by Russian artist Julia Volchkova during her brief trip in Penang.
Address: Lebuh Klang, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Kwangtung Tengchew Association incorporate Chinese designs hybrid with Western design but still representing traditional and religious purposes.
Address: Penang Street, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Located at the heart of George Town, The Leaf serves vegan food.
Address: 5, Lebuh Penang, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
A suitable place for a meet-up with friends and family, The Lightbulb Cafe serves food of western influence, cakes, coffee and more. As it's name suggests, the cafe is beautifully dressed in lightbulbs. Image credit: The Lightbulb Cafe
Address: 57 Jalan Zainal Abidin, George Town, 10400, Penang, MALAYSIA
Eastin Hotel's The Lounge offers a selection of wine, liquor, cocktails and mocktails paired with live band performance all week long.
Address: Level one, Eastin Hotel Penang, 1 Solok Bayan Indah, Queensbay, Bayan Lepas, 11900, Penang, MALAYSIA
Known to serve the best bagels in George Town, Mugshot Cafe is set in the heart of George Town on Chulia Street. Fresh coffee, hand-crafted juices and more are available here, and their homemade yogurt is must try!
Address: 302, Lebuh Chulia, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
A Malaysia Book of Records award winner - The Owl Museum on Penang Hill offers a fascinating collection of over 3,000 rare and exotic, owl-inspired arts and crafts. Be inspired by the enigmatic birds of prey and the magic they have sparked in human cultured and imaginations since thebeginning of time. The museum sets to mesmerize with owl crafts sourced internationally from 30 countries all around the world. Expect to be enthralled during your visit as the museum re-introduce and pay tribute to these mystical creatures in different forms, shapes, colours and sizes. Withthe new addition in year 2014, the 3D interactive owl sculptures will get you and your camera busy for plenty of photo opportunities.
Address: Penang Hill, Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera, Air Itam, 11300, Penang, MALAYSIA
From house warming gifts to Valentine's Day, The Perfect Gift is a local gift shop specialising in flower bouquets, gift baskets, hampers, food baskets and more.
Address: 587, Jalan Masjid Negeri, 11600, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Private Collection of Vintage Bags, opened by indie fashion label StrangebutCool in Georgetown, Penang, is the world's largest showing of vintage bags spanning the 20th century, comprising over 300 bags on display and 88 fashion labels. It promises an immersive experience for visitors with thematic, fantastical exhibits where bags are the unifying story.
Address: 3, Lebuh Klang, Georgetown 10200, Penang, Malaysia.
"The Real Bruce Lee Would Never Do This" is one of the murals painted by ASA, Artists for Stray Animals, in George Town, Penang for the 101 Lost Kittens project.
Address: Lebuh Ah Quee, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tucked away in Lebuh Campbell, this dessert cafe serves brewed cafe, cakes, waffles, smoothies and the signature nitrogen ice cream.
Address: 183, Lebuh Victoria, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
Featuring a Jurassic Research Center with over 100 dinosaurs. Not to be missed Rainbow Skywalk and Observatory Deck.
Address: 1, Jalan Penang, George Town, 10000 George Town, Penang, MALAYSIA.
The Whiteways Arcade building was constructed in the early 1900's. The block got its name from its original occupant, the Whiteways & Laidlaw General Store at the Bishop Street end of the building, while the Netherlands-Indian Bank occupied the Church Street end of the building. During the British administration, Whiteways Building housed upmarket shops and offices.
Address: Lebuh Pantai, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Wine Shop offers as much as 800 wine labels from various vineyards around the globe.
Address: 15 & 11A, Lintang Burma, Pulau Tikus, 10250, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Hokkiens called this street Par Thang Ah Kay or Coopersmiths Street, a reference to the early Malay orazlery making brass and copper wares.
Address: Lebuh Armenian, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Thin Seng Sauce Factory is a traditional soya sauce factory which is located at George Town.
Address: 79 Jalan Gemas, Taman Kampar, George Town, 10460 Penang, MALAYSIA.
Thio Thiaw Siat Building is located along Beach Street in George Town with an impressive structure. It was built in 1920 for the estate of the late Cheong Fatt Tze. The buildings have a combination of Eastern & Western elements reflective of the Starits Eclectic Sense of aesthetics.
Address: 37A, Beach Street, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: 92, Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
This mural caricature depicts three different girls in traditional costumes.
Address: Lorong Armenian, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
Kimberely Street is famous for its hawker food. Some stalls have been here for over 3 generations.
Address: Lebuh Kimberly / Jalan Sungai Ujong, George Town, 10100, Penang, MALAYSIA
Boasting its panoramic view of Georgetown, Bayview Georgetown features the one and only revolving restaurant and the first roof top bar in Penang. The Revolving Restaurant offers dining and lounge area while the Sky Bar is an open air bar to chill out after a hard day's work. Unique in its own way, the Sky Bar provides a cozy and breezy atmosphere with DJ spinning current and hip music. Description by Bayview Hotel Georgetown
Address: Bayview Georgetown Hotel Level R, 25A Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
For over four decades, master craftsman Ng Chai Tiam has carved countless traditional Chinese stone seals which are used by businessmen, traders and caligraphy artists as a signature on official documents and works of art.
Address: 371, Lebuh Pantai, 10300 George Town, Penang, MALAYSIA.
Seck Chuan Lane was a distribution centre for market produce. Many itinerant hawkers took advantage of the crowds by plying their foods here. One of the favourite foods sold is ting ting thong or rock candy, a hardened mixture of sugar, sesame seeds, and nuts loved by kids. It has to be 'Chiselled' and 'Hammered' to break it into smaller biteable pieces.
Address: Lorong Seck Chuan (Near Lebuh Chulia), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: Lebuh Campbell (off Jalan Penang), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Toi Shan Ningyang Wui Kwon (36 & 38 King Street) is a clan temple to the Toi Shan community in Penang, who originated from a Canton locality. The temple has a membership of close to 5,000 people and is around 200 years old.
Address: 38 King Street, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
One big, one small! Tok tok mee is so called because hawkers would strike a ‘Tok Tok’ sound to signal their presence.
Address: Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling / Lebuh China, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Ayoyo, too spicy? Water! The famous Weld Quay was the birthplace of Kelinga Mee, a spicy Indian noodle dish created to whet the appetites of sailors and port workers.
Address: Pengkalan Weld, George Town, 10300, Penang, MALAYSIA
The hand-pulled rickshaw was the most popular form of transportation in early Penang.
Address: Lorong Soo Hong (Near Lebuh Armenian), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Tamils refer to this street as upperlearan Teru on Salt Traders Street, a reference to the trading activities.
Address: Green Hall (Near Lebuh Light), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
The foundation stone of the Town Hall was laid in 1879 and the main building completed in 1883. It consisted of an assembly hall, a grand ballroom, and a library. An annex was added in 1890 while the porch and top floor added in 1903. The left wing - when cement plaster was introduced - as added in 1930.
Address: Padang Kota Lama, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Located in Teluk Bahang, the Toy Museum is a wax museum, toy museum, museum of bags and collectibles and heritage garden rolled into one. The museum has been listed twice in the Malaysia Book of Records as one of the largest toy museum in the country.
Address: 1370, MK2, Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang, MALAYSIA
To make the most out of your beer session at G Hotel's Tree Bar, head over to the bar from 11am until 9.30pm for its buy one free two promotion.
Address: Ground Floor, Al Fresco Area, G Hotel, 168A, Persiaran Gurney, George Town, 10350, Penang, MALAYSIA
Enjoy alfresco dining at this restaurant with a sea view terrace, located next to Tropical Spice Garden. They serve pork free Thai Cuisine.
Address: Tropical Spice Garden, Lone Crag Villa, Lot 595, Mukim 2, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 10050, Penang, MALAYSIA
Trishaws used to be a popular mode of transport in the olden days in Penang. The location for this trishaw mural resembles the trishaw riders' waiting area near the Cititel Hotel.
Address: Jalan Penang, George Town, 10100, Penang, MALAYSIA
Also known as Lang Chia Keng, this building is one of the few community houses that is still standing in George Town. It is located at Burmah Road and it is only a short distance from Ariffin Court.
Address: Jalan Burma, Pulau Tikus, 10350, Penang, MALAYSIA
A clean and friendly diner located at the heart of Penang UNESCO Heritage site. All day Canadian breakfast starts at 7.30am .The one and only Philly cheese steak sandwich in town, HK style specials such as tomato based macaroni soup, milk tea, egg tart are also available. Asian lunch menus such as rice with dishes, fried rice, soup or fried noodles are available as well.
Address: 165, Lebuh Campbell, George Town 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Tropical Fruit Farm offers a variety of fruits, including species from far-flung corners of the world such as Central and South America, Central Africa, India, the Middle East, the Caribbean and the Pacific Islands. Recently, the fruit farm established a showroom that displays the process of making coconut oil and enzymes from exotic fruits. If you have the chance, sample more than 80 flavours of enzymes for free.
Address: 18th Mile Stone, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang, MALAYSIA.
Tropical Spice Garden spans over eight acres of secondary jungle and dotted with more than 500 species of tropical flora and fauna. Leave the garden with heaps of tropical facts and knowledge by experiencing their 45-minute audio tour. The newly-introduced audio tour covers TSG's water garden, spices terraces, bamboo garden, beverages of the world and more. Having earned the Malaysia Book of Records for the first tropical climate spice garden, a trip to Tropical Spice Garden is not to be missed when in Penang.
Address: Lone Crag Villa, Lot 595 Mukim 2 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11100, Penang, MALAYSIA
A first of its kind in Penang, the school is custom-made with individual purpose-built work stations that allows for a memorable hands-on cooking experience. Under the guidance of experienced and professional chefs - each specialising in Nyonya, Malay and Indian cuisines - you can learn to cook local favourites such as nasi lemak, assam laksa, chicken tandoori and even concoct refreshing spice inspired beverages. Hands-on Cooking Classes Daily - Morning & Afternoon sessions available. Inclusive of garden guided tour. *24 hour booking required
Address: Tropical Spice Garden, Lone Crag Villa, Lot 595 Mukim 2, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 10050, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tropical Spice Garden's retail collection includes a sizeable range of unique locally sourced products and Tropical Spice Garden gifts. Apart from its growing collection of fair trade 'orang asli' weaved and carved products, check out their wide range of dried spices and ground spices, collector soft 'ethnic' dolls, spice oils, home fragrances, designer t-shirts and more.
Address: Lone Crag Villa Lot 595 Mukim 2 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 10050, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tseng Lung Fui Kon Soceity is located at 22 King Street which is next to Kar Yin Association. It is a district association of the Hakka people from the Tseng Lung district of Guangdong Province in Southern China.
Address: 22, King Street, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Since 1841, the blacksmiths of Permatang Benuan have been one of the oldest steel equipment manufacturers in Malaysia. They are the only manufacturers of traditional Malay weapons, famous not only in Penang but throughout northern Peninsular Malaysia.
Address: No 1430, Jalan Haji Murshid, Jalan Pekan Darat, 13800 Butterworth, Penang, MALAYSIA