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Penang

Penang, Malaysia

The 2 areas of Penang, what each is known for, and what to book.

Areas
2
Top sights
8
Bookable experiences
283
Time zone
Asia/Kuala Lumpur

Penang sits in Malaysia, and this guide is the shape of it: where it is, what it breaks down into, and what there is to do once you are there. Travel guides list 2 named areas inside it, 2 of which have enough bookable experiences to carry a page of its own. The sights below are ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for them, which is the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see. There are 283 bookable experiences here in total, with prices, durations and cancellation terms on every card.

Malaysia › Penang

The areas of Penang

The named places inside Penang. The 2 with a catalogue of their own link through to it.

What to see in Penang

Ordered by how many tours and tickets are sold for each — the closest thing there is to a ranking of what visitors actually go and see.

What travellers book in Penang

The experiences Viator ranks highest here, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card.

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Penang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

5.0 (694)4h

Penang is a diverse hub of culinary traditions, and the sheer breadth of local dishes can seem daunting at first. Worry not. Our curated Penang food tour offers a comprehensive introduction to some of George Town's most…

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Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak

5.0 (195)4h

Experience Penang, a historical island that captivates travelers with its vibrant culture, year-round festivities, and status as Malaysia's culinary haven. Step into the heart of local life with our Morning Market Tour.…

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Bukit Merah Orang Utan and Penang City Private Tour

4.9 (67)6h

Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with nature's wonders and cultural delights. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants, learn about their conservation efforts, and feel your heart swell with…

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Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights

4.9 (421)6h

This is a private tour, meaning it’s just you or your group. Unlike fixed itinerary tours, this tour lets you choose the places you want to visit. The tour starts from the pick-up point. For a 6-hour visit, you can…

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Back of the Bike Street Food Experience – Real Penang!

5.0 (43)4h

It's durian season! Ask about our Durian Special. This is a private street food adventure through Penang — each guest rides with their own host on the back of a motorbike. Zip through lively streets, hidden lanes, and…

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Penang Hill Funicular Ticket - Non-Malaysian

3.8 (561)4h 30m

Enjoy visiting Penang Hill, the oldest British Hill Station in Southeast Asia, dated late 1700’s. The highest peak of Penang Hill stands at 833 meters (2,732ft) above sea level. The funicular track stretches a distance…

from $11.14 / personView details

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Sights, areas and experiences here were last checked 2026-09-13.

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