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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.


Situated in Seven Terraces, Baba Bar offers a range of specially-selected wines, beers and cocktails.
Address: Seven Terraces, Lorong Stewart, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: 104, Persiaran Gurney, Gurney, 10250, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: 26 Kompleks Awam Pasar Balik Pulau, Jalan Tun Sardon, 11000, Balik Pulau, Penang, MALAYSIA
Ban Heang biscuit recipe is a closely guarded family secret. Some of Ban Heang’s must-try includes heong pheah, tambun biscuit, phong pheah and more.
Address: 200, Jalan Macalister, George Town, 10400, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: 601, Jalan Permatang Batu, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, MALAYSIA
Situated along the Batu Ferringhi stretch, the night market is famed for its medley of souvenirs, t-shirts, handbags and accessories.
Address: Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Batu Ferringih, 11100, Penang, MALAYSIA
Different from majority of the wet markets in Penang, the Batu Lanchang market operates after noon, from 1pm to 6pm. Here is a one-stop market for all your grocery needs, from fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh meats, to cooked food, food court, baking needs etc.
Address: Batu Lanchang Market Lintang Batu Lancang, Batu Lanchang, 11600, Penang, MALAYSIA
The Batu Maung Fishing Village is located at Penang Island's south-eastern tip. It is famed for a mysterious giant footprint on a boulder at the beach. Known as Tapak Gedembai, the Chinese believe the footprint was left by the mighty Admiral Cheng Ho. However, Indians believe it belonged to the monkey God Hanuman whilst the Malays believe it was from a fleeing giant.
Address: Batu Maung, 11600, Penang, MALAYSIA
If your day calls for fresh brew or a tall glass of wine, Bauernstube Cafe is an ideal hangout spot that overlooks the historic Pitt Street.
Address: 133, Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling (Pitt Street), George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: Lintang Mayang Pasir 4, Bayan Baru, 11900, Penang, MALAYSIA
There's so much to praise about Beach Blanket Babylon. With a lovely view of the sea paired with an even lovelier set of casual finger food and canape, this is a great location to lounge the evening away.
Address: 32, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, George Town, 10050, Penang, MALAYSIA
This restaurant is famous for their chicken rice served with other dishes on the side.
Address: 215, Jalan Gan Chai Leng, Taman Chai Leng, 13700, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: PMT 2200, Bertam Resort, Persiaran Bertam 8, 13200 Kepala Batas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Still craving for something more? This traditional dish is a childhood favourite for many locals and gets its name from the aluminium bowls used to steam rice. It is then turned upside down and topped with a delicious meat sauce.
Address: 74, Jalan Danby, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, MALAYSIA
Address: 7, Jalan Murthy, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, MALAYSIA
Bodhi Heart Sanctuary is a non-sectarian Buddhist Society located in Tanjung Tokong. The sanctuary also organises yoga classes on a regular basis.
Address: Bodhi Heart Sanctuary, 677-G, Jalan Mount Erskine, Tanjung Tokong, 11200, Penang, MALAYSIA.
Established in 2005, Body Secrets Home Spa provides a variety of massage services including traditional massage, aroma oil massage, herbal therapy, sports massage and foot reflexology.
Address: 88-G-4, Sri Wonder, Lintang Sungai Pinang, 10150 Jelutong, Penang, MALAYSIA
A summery bright mix of fashion accessories, lifestyle gifts, Malaysian batik and stationery are among the treasures of Bon Ton the Shop. Items are sourced from all over Asia and are a little different from what's normally available. Description by Straits Collection
Address: 164, Lebuh Armenian, George Town, 10200, Penang, MALAYSIA
Armed with an outdoor beach bar concept, Bora Bora serves delightful pasta, pizza and beers.
Address: Lot 415, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Batu Ferringhi, 11100, Penang, MALAYSIA
Brown Pocket is all about waffles and pancakes. One of the first to specialise in Belgian liege waffles in Penang, visit Brown Pocket for some waffles and pancakes topped with a variety of tantalising yet quirky flavour. Be sure not to miss out on the picturesque view while indulging at Brown Pocket.
Address: 6th Floor, Gurney Paragon, Gurney Drive, 10250, Penang, MALAYSIA
Enjoy the breathtaking view atop Bukti Genting while savouring a melange of Thai cuisine such as spicy prawns in Thai sauce, Thai green curry, belacan chicken, special Thai otak-otak and more.
Address: Lot 569, Bukit Penara 7, Genting, Balik Pulau,11000, Penang, MALAYSIA