Location: Penang Island
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The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Penang Island, Penang
Penang Island, the most populous island city in Malaysia, is situated in the State of Penang. With a population of 738,500, it also forms Malaysia's second largest city by population, while Greater Penang, with 2.5 million inhabitants, is the nation's second most populous metropolis. Its capital, George Town, has also been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.
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1. Half Day Penang City Tour (4 Hours)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
During This 4 Hours City Tour you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple,Reclining Buddha , Dhammikarama Burmese, scenic drive through the streets of George Town, Esplanade/Fort Cornwallis, Little India, Streets of Racial Harmony, Chew Jetty. free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea @ Coffee Tree.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Driver, Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off (city center 1km radius only)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food & Drinks, Entrance Tickets
Reviewed By FionPoh
Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........
2. History Walk Around George Town
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
The Harmony Street, is a short street about 300meter, but you can find different religious structures such as Anglican Church, Buddhist Temple, Hindu Temple and Mosque next to each other. I grown up in this wonderful city experience the harmony of different religion and culture come with tolerance and respect. Some of the culture have even blended and create an uniqueness to George Town. Is my passion to bring friends around during my free time.
Inclusions: LIGHT BREAKFAST, 500ML MINERAL WATER, Snacks
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Reviewed By steoh83
I should said, before the tour i have not much expectation. With the thought of it might be just the same eating tour. However i was wrong.. the food experience provide by tiger was excellent, i learned so much on the culture and the history of the penang street food. This is penang is known as the food paradise. The whole tour was exceptional with breaks in between and we got to visit a few sites as well. This make us to have breaks of eating in between so that we could treasure the food more. So if u all are coming to penang, make sure book this food experience with tiger..
3. Penang Half Day City Tour Including The Top Komtar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore George Town’s colonial heritage, colorful neighborhoods and craftsmanship on a half day tour to some famous attractions in Penang. Learn about local traditions and cultural, we make sure you see the best of Penang.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entrance Fee
Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Li S
First, the good side. The tour carefully select the places we are going to visit. There are two more Buddhist temples, besides Kek Lok Si, to visit in the tour. One is a Thai styl tmeple. The other Burma style . But Kek Lok Si is the main one and rightly so.You do need a car to go up to the main temple. This is a plus.Then we visited The Chew pier before we visit the other main site, the Khoo Kongsi.This sis a lavish community hall of the Khoo clan and is very worth visiting. The guide , Ah Shing, explained reasonably well and is also quite attentive to our need, eg he would start the car earlier so that it is cool down a bit in this hot weather.Howeer, there are four things that the tour need to improve. First, it should arrange a brief lunch. It is unreasonable to expect one could last from 10am to 3 pm without eating something. Second, a bottle of water should bee provided . Simple thing, I know. But it is not done.Third. Given the importance of Buddhism in the local history, I feel the guide do not know enough in this area. Fourth,the wall painting sites are all passed by without opportunity to take photos.
4. Penang Round Island Tour With Tropical Spice Garden & Entopia Butterfly Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Penang, located at north west of Peninsular Malaysia, is a small island but it is compact with interesting and intriguing places. It is the first British Settlement in Malaysia and it flourished and thrived to became the busiest port in the region then. Penang is best known as a melting port for many ethnic groups with the most prominent trade was spices; which the early European paid dearly for these "green gold". Indulge yourself with a round island tour with many places to be seen and great memories!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Hotel pick up and drop off, Entrance fee
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities
Reviewed By Li S
First, the good side. The tour carefully select the places we are going to visit. There are two more Buddhist temples, besides Kek Lok Si, to visit in the tour. One is a Thai styl tmeple. The other Burma style . But Kek Lok Si is the main one and rightly so.You do need a car to go up to the main temple. This is a plus.Then we visited The Chew pier before we visit the other main site, the Khoo Kongsi.This sis a lavish community hall of the Khoo clan and is very worth visiting. The guide , Ah Shing, explained reasonably well and is also quite attentive to our need, eg he would start the car earlier so that it is cool down a bit in this hot weather.Howeer, there are four things that the tour need to improve. First, it should arrange a brief lunch. It is unreasonable to expect one could last from 10am to 3 pm without eating something. Second, a bottle of water should bee provided . Simple thing, I know. But it is not done.Third. Given the importance of Buddhism in the local history, I feel the guide do not know enough in this area. Fourth,the wall painting sites are all passed by without opportunity to take photos.
5. Penang "Old" Street Food Tour (Breakfast-Brunch-Lunch) by Bicycle and Trishaw
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
A unique heritage food trail bringing you to the intriguing nooks and corners of Penang, showcasing Penang’s street food of YESTERYEARS with heirloom food recipes handed down from past generations some almost a century old. Exquisite tantalising flavours for the taste buds from wonderful savouries to sweets. Experience the exotic ingredients, cooking styles, textures and local tastes. Penang is famously synonymous with good food of overwhelming varieties and tastes. First time ever to be carried out in Penang, an experience not to be missed!
Inclusions: Penang "Old" Street Food Stalls - Noodle/ Pastry/Pancake, Penang "Old" Street Food Stalls - Noodle/ Rice/Desserts
Exclusions: Alcohol Beverage
Reviewed By HalieDynamite
My partner and I had the absolute best time on the Heritage Tour with Ken last weekend! Ken was a fantastic guide who gave us so much history on Penang and showed us some great stuff in Georgetown such as the street art, the Chew jetty, the world's oldest joss stick maker, local markets, and more! We are both vegetarians and Ken was really great about making recommendations at the breakfast restaurant and helping us find veggie street food to try. It was a super fun way to spend the morning, I would highly recommend this to anyone in Penang!
6. Penang George Town All-In-One Heritage Tour By Bicycle & Trishaw (Metro Bike)
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 136 reviews
Join this easy and relax bike tour around George Town with our informative English speaking local guide. Learn about the history, religions and characteristics of this wonderful city while paddle through the local streets and heritage buildings. Enjoy famous and delicious local food and get some inside tips from friendly locals.
Inclusions: Bicycle rental (or trishaw), Breakfast, lunch and bottled water, Safety jacket and helmet
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Customer self-arrange transport to tour start location at Tanjung City Marina (Beside Jetty Bus Terminal), Pengkalan Weld, Entrance fees (not applicable), Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Coprolite54
Ken was a brilliant organiser and host for our tour of old Penang. He organised a superb trip visiting China town the Indian quarter, the mosque, the Chinese secret society and many of the famous wall art . We had an Indian breakfast, a Malay and Chinese lunch along the way. Thank you Ken for a memorable trip and for your infectious enthusiasm for Penang. We would recommend this to visitors to the island.
7. Penang: Flexible Half-Day Escapes
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 10 reviews
This is a guided tour and it let you have the flexibility to pick and choose attractions that you like. You will be spoilt for choices. For a 4 hours visit from port or hotel or airport, you may select to go to some 2-4 attractions from the list below. You choose the places and dictate the time to spend at each attraction. Either visit the attraction to your heart fills, or simply take picture from the outside without entering, you call the shot. If mobility is a concern, go for a round island tour and take the comfort of viewing from the car. If you do not have a clue where to go, let our learned tour guide choose it for you. The tour guide cum driver, will accompany you into all attractions and give commentary on the go. You pick some 2-4 attractions/activities from the list in tour details. Penang is a land of charm and you will be surprised what it got to offer and you wish you stop by here longer!
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Professional Guide, Transport by Private Vehicle, Hotel/Port Pickup Dropoff, Parking Fees
Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Entrance Fees
Reviewed By 37hughm
Lee was a very informative guide, he has a lot of passion for Penangs history, fantastic day! We were shown around George Town (street art, chew jetty, temples, ...), Penang Hill.
8. Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Take a walk and discover the story of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion. What is it like to go back in time, to live an illustrious life in the grandeur of 19th-century Penang? As you immerse yourself in the history of the Blue Mansion, our trained guides will provide detailed and comprehensive insight into the heritage and eclectic form of architecture of the mansion. You will also get a peek into the lavish lifestyle of Cheong Fatt Tze. A must see if you are visiting George Town.
Inclusions: Guided Tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By Manuel V
This place is not a museum, is a house with inspiring history, it has nice decorations that represent mystical, cultural, and economic concepts and includes a hotel and restaurant that are worth visiting. Do not forget to tip the Tour guide!!!
9. Penang Island 4 Hours City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
Penang is a city that’s as rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity. This city tour highlights all of the best—from colonial-era homes, to private mansions, famous museums and stunning temples. During this 4 hours city tour, you will visit the famed Little India and Chinatown, wander the halls at Penang Museum and learn about the art of pewtersmithing at the Royal Selangor. Finish your tour at Wat Chayamankalaram, where you’ll be amazed by the giant reclining Buddha.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Round trip hotel transfers ( Selected hotel only ), English Speaking Driver
Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities, Entrance Fee
Reviewed By FionPoh
Very fun ride. We got the 2 rides pass and it was a thrilling experience. We'll love to come back to do more rides.........
10. Private George Town by Night with Food Tasting and Trishaw Ride from Penang
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
George Town comes alive at night as the gourmet paradise of the East. A slow drive into the city takes you pass some of the landmarks and historical buildings of the colonial era. Pass Little India and part of Chinatown before the culinary experience of food tasting at a local Street Food Centre. Try the famous Penang dishes like Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Rojak etc. After food tasting, have a feel of the old town ambience through a short and relaxing trishaw ride in the centre of George Town.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, English speaking driver cum guide, Food tasting, Trishaw ride
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By NikoCherry
The famous street in Penang and most of the travelers will visit it in George Town. i enjoyed taking pictures there.
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