Highlights of George Town, Penang Private Tour

The Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist temple is one of the few Burmese temples outside of Myanmar, and is the biggest of its kind in Malaysia. It is a peaceful oasis for those seeking to worship, or to learn more about the Burmese Buddhist tradition.

Penang Batik Factory offers a fascinating insight into the traditional art of batik-making, a centuries-old technique where artisans apply hot wax to fabric in intricate patterns before dyeing it, creating beautifully layered designs.

The Penang Floating Mosque (Malay: Masjid Terapung Pulau Pinang), also known as Tanjong Bungah Floating Mosque (Malay: Masjid Terapung Tanjong Bungah) is a mosque within the city of George Town in the Malaysian state of Penang.

Step back in time at Penang History Gallery, where 1786-1957 comes to life through immersive exhibits, interactive storytelling, and meticulously recreated historical scenes. Experience Penang’s rich heritage in a whole new way!

The Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi, or Khoo Kongsi for short, is the largest Hokkien clanhouse in Malaysia, with elaborate and highly ornamented architecture, a mark of the dominant presence of the Chinese in Penang, Malaysia. The Khoo Kongsi is the grandest clan temple in the country.

Since first appearing in 2008, the Penang Street Art has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in George Town. Using the streets, buildings and urban landscape as their canvas, these wall murals and wire sculptures appear all over the city, celebrating and enhancing George Town’s unique history and heritage. In this guide, we highlight the very best pieces and where to find them.

Chew Jetty, one of the most renowned clan jetties in George Town, Penang, stands as a testament to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the region. Originating in the mid-19th century, this iconic waterfront settlement was established by Chinese immigrants from the Chew clan. Over the decades, Chew Jetty has evolved from a humble fishing village into a vibrant community that attracts numerous visitors every year.

The Pinang Peranakan Mansion in George Town, Penang, Malaysia, is a museum dedicated to Penang's Peranakan heritage. The museum itself is housed within a distinctive green-hued mansion at Church Street, George Town, which once served as the residence and office of a 19th-century Chinese tycoon, Chung Keng Quee

The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple in George Town in the Malaysian state of Penang. Located at Ayer Itam, it is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia and an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other parts of Southeast Asia.