What to do and see in Penang, Malaysia: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

August 14, 2021 Deane Carmody

Penang is a Malaysian state located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, by the Malacca Strait. It has two parts: Penang Island, where the capital city, George Town, is located, and Seberang Perai (formerly Province Wellesley) on the Malay Peninsula. The second smallest Malaysian state by land mass, Penang is bordered by Kedah to the north and the east, and Perak to the south.
Restaurants in Penang

1. Escape Theme Park

828 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, Penang Island 11050 Malaysia +60 3-3310 0229 [email protected] http://www.escape.my/
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5.0 based on 2,361 reviews

Escape Theme Park

ESCAPE is the fun destination with exciting rides and attractions. Hosted with nature in mind. Located in Teluk Bahang, Penang, Malaysia, ESCAPE re-introduces outdoor play in a natural environment so to give the visitor an appreciation of the world around them and shows that there's no age limit to having fun.

Reviewed By doreamoncomel - Penaga, Malaysia

I really enjoy all the game, from the first we go to kite fly, the instructor syazrul and his friend tell me how to join.. and we really excited... then we go to atan 20 meter guys.. i scream all the way before jump ahahha Thanks again to atan’s leap instructor, motivate me before i jump. Really appreciate. This activity was thrilled guyss.. Then we go to all over place hahaha really best with services friendly workers, always smile and keep invite us to join their competition. For Me, meet 4 new friend from different place, and the best part is we go to tubby racer, longest tube for 4 minute, wahh so long and ride the bicycle at gravity place ... hahaha... tq team escape i will come again soon.. why just 5 star, me give 100 star to u guys.. more info can check my youtube (kakmon channel) i will upload more video soon tq

2. Penang House of Music

Penang Road Penang House of Music, ICT Digital Mall, Level 3 KOMTAR, George Town, Penang Island 10000 Malaysia +60 4-370 6675 [email protected] http://www.penanghouseofmusic.com/
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5.0 based on 214 reviews

Penang House of Music

A celebration of Penang's glorious musical heritage and cultural diversity with carefully curated exhibitions and interactive features. We showcase, among many things, Penang's popular music from the 1940s-1960s, a feature on communal music, a recreation of a radio booth and cinema, and many others! Also available is a resource center where visitors may discover an ever-growing vinyl collection, newspaper clippings, previously unreleased recordings, audio and video interviews and many, many more.

Reviewed By charmynishungry - Kulai, Malaysia

If you are a first timer here in Penang, and you LOVE music.. this place is a MUST VISIT! Not only that the staffs are friendly, but they are willing to let you interact with the instruments. It is a music museum, so you'll learn a lot about Penang's history and how Western music was able to influence music in Penang back in the 1950s.

3. Entopia

830 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, Penang Island 11050 Malaysia +60 4-888 8111 [email protected] http://www.entopia.com/
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4.5 based on 1,628 reviews

Entopia

Entopia, a tropical sanctuary for our planet's little denizens from those that fly freely in the sky to the ones that creep stealthily beneath the ground. Journey into a magical paradise that honours the unsung heroes of our natural world with plenty to discover from outdoor adventures to cavernous mysteries and a multi-storey Indoor Discovery Centre. Live the moment with exciting interactive workshops and activities. There's something for everyone. Join us to experience the seen and unseen in Nature. We are the voice of nature.

Reviewed By Veronica7188 - Singapore, Singapore

Went to entopia with friends, spent 3 hours there, amazing me is beautiful place, surrounded by butterflies and tropical, a place is great for kids,

4. Tropical Spice Garden

Lot 595 Mukim 2 Jalan Teluk Bahang Teluk Bahang, Penang Island 11050 Malaysia +60 4-881 1797 [email protected] http://tropicalspicegarden.com/
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4.5 based on 1,393 reviews

Tropical Spice Garden

Asia's Hidden Eden! Timeless and enchanting, Tropical Spice Garden is an eco-attraction tucked within a natural valley fronting the Straits of Malacca. The showcase garden houses over 500 species of herb, spice and tropical plants. Explore and discover the fabulous diversity of nature as you through trails and pathways that meander through undulating hills, jungles terraces and natural streams. Garden Audio Tours available in 7 Languages: English, Chinese, Malay, Arabic, Japanese, German & French. Alternatively, you may take the Live Guided Tour that starts at 9am, 11am, and 1.30pm. The trails are slightly inclined so do wear comfortable walking shoes - unfortunately wheelchairs & strollers are not recommended.

Reviewed By Marulan - Goulburn, Australia

Loved the self guided tour, the fountains, flowers, history of spices, cooking school, Thai restaurant, gift shop with great selection of herbal teas.

5. Pinang Peranakan Mansion

29 Church Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia 604-2642929 [email protected] http://www.pinangperanakanmansion.com.my
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4.5 based on 4,371 reviews

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

Reviewed By aiyomango

A beautiful house filled with antiques -- it is well worth waiting to join a guided tour in order to get the most out of your visit, as many of the objects in the main house have short (rather than detailed) labels for visitors to read. Our guide, Stanley, was friendly and knowledgeable, giving us a great insight into the history of the family who had built and lived in the house, as well as taking us through the extensive collections on display. Stanley was very happy to answer questions from our little group and made our visit a fascinating, very memorable one!

6. Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth

Lot 894 & 896 Jalan Raja Uda, Butterworth 12300 Malaysia +60 4-331 8717 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth

Rumah Berhala Tow Boo Kong Butterworth, or Tow Boo Kong Temple for short, is one of the most distinctive Nine Emperor Gods Temple in Malaysia. Located in Jalan Raja Uda, Butterworth, Penang, this majestic temple stands on 2 plots of land with a total area of 40, 000 square feet.From a small unknown attap shed 40 years ago to an opulent renowned place of worship, Rumah Berhala Tow Boo Kong Butterworth had a humble beginning and had grown steadily throughout the years. Built in 1974 and fully completed on 26th April 2000, the building of this temple is made possible through the generous contributions and support of the government and its devotees. The existence of this impressive temple is a form of affinity that brought the devotees and the temple together.

Reviewed By masyhurnyabagan - Butterworth, Malaysia

This is a Taoist temple constructed in 1971. Also known as Temple of Nine Emperor. Beautiful architecture with grand entrance. A must-visit place in Butterworth.

7. St. Anne's Church

Sabir Saint, Bukit Mertajam Malaysia 604538640 http://www.stannebm.org
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4.5 based on 88 reviews

St. Anne's Church

Reviewed By leecK9330OU - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

A historical & beautiful architecture church in bukit mertajam. It worth to visit & take a break to enjoy the greenary environment

8. Royal Selangor Visitor Centre

Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 4, 3A-G-1, Straits Quay, Tanjung Tokong, Penang Island 10470 Malaysia +60 4-891 2018 [email protected] http://my.royalselangor.com/visitor-centre
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Royal Selangor Visitor Centre

Reviewed By KLCCtraveler

Great tour, our guide Ravi was very informative and was happy to answer all our questions. Looking forward to coming back again with future visitors

9. Armenian Street

Lebuh Armenian, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia 09096425236 http://www.onlypenang.com/penang-attractions/penang-street-art-wall-painting-at-penang
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4.5 based on 1,563 reviews

Armenian Street

Reviewed By pawool73 - Brisbane, Australia

This street is just fabulous, some great street wall art, amazing shops, fabulous coffee, restaurants, character filled and buzzing with tourists, just loved it!

10. Street Art in George Town

Street Art in, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia +60 16-465 9581 http://lifebeyond9to5blog.wordpress.com/2015/11/18/penang-street-art-treasure-hunt-3
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4.5 based on 1,173 reviews

Street Art in George Town

Reviewed By AndrewTsuiTravels - Hong Kong, China

Really helps you with exploring the hidden historical gems of Georgetown. Art only 5 minutes wait at the worst and some of the most famous ones are surrounded with cafes, shops and street performers which add into the already amazing atmosphere!

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