Top Penang Walking Tours

Learn about a life of grandeur in 19th-century Penang on a tour of Cheong Fatt Tze, aka the Blue Mansion. Book admission to the famed George Town landmark and gain insight into its eclectic architecture and heritage, based on the lavish lifestyle of its former resident.

Feast your senses on the sights and smells of George Town on a half-day culinary tour, ideal for food lovers with limited time in Penang. In a small group, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town in the early evening, a cooler and less-crowded time to visit, on a tour that combines its rich culture with numerous local delicacies. Plus, taking a food tour at the start of your trips means you receive ample culinary recommendations sure to enhance your vacation.

Food makes the perfect introduction to any city—especially Penang. Slurp, sip, and snack as you discover the highlights of the city’s historic center, Georgetown, on a small-group foodie walking tour with a guide. Enjoy the sorts of insights you can only get from a local as you visit vendors and hawkers, and taste the fare of the generations of migrants who have made the island their home.

As the undisputed culinary capital of Malaysia, Penang’s food scene is as diverse as it is delicious. Let a guide reveal the best of the city’s dishes on a half-day tour of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its culture and cuisine. You’ll receive personalized attention in a small group limited to six as your guide provides a comprehensive introduction to Penang that’s ideal for first-time visitors.

Experience the best of Malaysian cuisine on this 6-hour Malaysian cooking tour in Penang. Browse the stalls at a food market in the fishing village of Teluk Bahang with your guide. As you explore, admire the fresh fruit, seafood and vegetables on display and learn how different ingredients are used in Malaysian cooking. Discover tropical spices and herbs at Penang’s Tropical Spice Garden, and gain insight into Malaysia’s spice-trading history. Afterward, roll up your sleeves and prepare some of the country’s favorite dishes yourself during a hands-on cooking lesson. Numbers are limited to 8 to ensure a personal and informative experience.

Download a self-guided audio tour of Penang, and combine the flexibility of independent exploring with a curated route through Penang’s colonial-era center, ornate temples, markets, and Clan Jetties. Since there’s no start time or schedule, you can see the colorful city on your own terms, stopping as often as you’d like to taste local delicacies, take photos, or just soak up the atmosphere.

The charm of Georgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies in its hidden alleys and architectural details. Discover parts of Penang that you'd be likely to miss if traveling by coach or car during a private walking tour that provides a more intimate glimpse into the historical area. This private tour, which provides a comprehensive introduction to first-time visitors, promises an insider's glimpse into the history and culture of Georgetown.

George Town is Penang state capital and on my private tour, you discover why UNESCO accepted its 3 criteria listing status, living culture, amazing heritage building and traditional trading port. You witness the local cultures and religions and historical events back to 1800s. In this tour, you also witness various races and religion buildings are closed to each other. Of course, I bring you to understand the events and historical activities back to 1800s. British colonial building and prewar houses are not missed in this tour. Street arts are commonly for guests to take the photo while walking on some alleys.

Explore the architecture, history, and colorful streets of historic George Town on a 4-hour, small-group walking tour of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you walk, hear George Town stories, from historic Chinese societies to Penang’s diverse religions. This 4-hour George Town walking tour includes pickup and drop-off at Penang Island hotels as well as admission to the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and it’s limited to 10 people for individual service.

Why is this tour unique? ^ This tour is good for tourists already in Penang Island wanting to go to Kuala Lumpur sightseeing enroute. ^ Canopy Walkway at Taman Negara is exciting. Wednesdays closed. ^ Free Batu Caves. ^ Visit vast tea plantations at the Camerons. ^ Visit the ethnic aborigines at Taman Negara - soon no more. ^ Live commentary by English speaking Tour Coordinator awarded Excellence Certificate by tripadvisor. INCLUDES * All fees and taxes * Free flow Mineral water * Experienced Nature Guides EXCLUDES * Hotel - Please see recommendations Meals - You will be guided to reasonably priced restaurants. Bering insect repellents, track shoes and extra sneakers, changing clothes, swim wear, torch light with extra batteries, rain coat. Daily departures on shared basis and good for tourists with time crunch

This activity is one of its kind. If you are a Nature Addicted, Explorer, Adventurer or Hiker, this is the activity you wouldn't want to miss The route is Newly Discovered and just Open up for Hiker Come and breath in the FRESHESH AIR FIRST HAND SPARKLING WATER and GREENERY VIEW

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.

Learn about second smallest state in Malaysia, Penang Island in our 4 - hours  walking tour start from your hotel lobby with English speaking tour guide.  This modern city with skyscrapers and shopping malls is well known for its multicultural elements. Enjoy your walk and learn about Mosque, Catholic Church, Buddhist Temple, and Hindu Temple also enjoy delicious traditional food from Malaysia, China, India, and many more Asian countries.

Travel to inner George Town for an exploratory walking tour in search of the unique murals or wall paintings mimicking the life in the city. Many have become enamoured of the newly transformed streetscape of George Town. Discover the wrought-iron caricatures with anecdotal descriptions of the streets that they adorn. Blending humour and historical facts, sufficient time will be given for photo-shooting. ​

At The Habitat, you will get a chance to explore their Virgin Rainforest, Nature Walk and you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of one of the world's largest squirrel species - the Giant Black Squirrel (Ratufa bicolour). You will also get to chance to walk at Curtis Crest Tree Top Walk whereby you will enjoy and witness the sunset view from here. It is 100m in length and is the highest viewing platform in Penang offering 360-degree panoramic views of the island and the mainland, including Gunung Jerai (Kedah Peak), the paddy fields of Kedah, the ‘rice bowl of Malaysia,’ and on a clear day all the way north to Langkawi.

Discover the natural wonders, modern landmarks, and traditional towns of Penang Island on this full-day tour. Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and visit sites such as the Penang Batik Factory, the Monkey Cup Roundabout, and the Tropical Fruit Farm. Stop in towns such as Teluk Bahang and Balik Pulau, take a walk through the jungle at the Tropical Spice Garden, and enjoy a delicious street food lunch (own expense).

Explore one of only two remaining virgin forest areas on the island of Penang during this 5-hour nature walk excursion at The Habitat Penang Hill. Take a stroll along the 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) nature trail through this ecotourism park, marveling at the habitat’s unique range of plants and animals. An included lunch at a British colonial-style restaurant and great island views add to the experience.

Trade the hurried and impersonal large group tour for a personalized 4-hour private tour of the heart of George Town. Follow your guide to Khoo Kongsi (clan house), Kapitan Keling Mosque, the UNESCO listed zone, and other noteworthy landmarks. Along the way, listen to immersive commentary and ask as many questions as you like. Later, delight your taste buds with a street foods that mirror the city’s various cultural influences.

Penang is the food capital of Asia, the cultural diversity here have contributed to a wide variety of food option. Chinese, Malay, Indian and Even Western Cuisine just popping out every where around the whole island. Either you looking for a High Class fine Dining option to Heritage Culture Vibe Cafe, you will be amaze with the amount of option you will be flooded with. However, the best food of Penang came from the street side. Street Hawker that being operating for tenth of years and some inheriting from the cooking skill from their fore parents. These Stalls on the street side might look simple, it may not provide you the comfort of seats but the taste of food might be comparable or better to those Michelin Star Restaurant. Lets join me to explore the wonders of this street food and learn on how to be a local foodies.

This hike is very well hidden that only farmers and locals of that area know the route. Also, you will be one of the very few tourists and locals that knows this off the beaten path route. A magical way to get to know the other side of Penang. If you love nature and outdoors, this definitely suits you! Check my reviews to know their perspective on this activity. Click on the picture above to see more picture and this hike has to offer. Update : The Covid 19 has postpone the night market to be open so it's close until further notice.

Exploring Penang in a unique way? Take a tour up to Penang Hill by riding on the furnicular tram and enjoy the beautiful view on top of the hill with the natural breeze. Then, have a walkabout at Khoo Kongsi, and be amazed by its intricate craving and woodwork as well as its porcelain décor. Lastly drop by to Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion also known as the “Blue” Mansion, and was believed to have started its construction in the 19th Century with fascinating combination of architecture, cultural and historical ambience under one roof! Take the tour with Viator today and you will be never regret your trip!

To experience the bus ride and ride to the Heritage Trails of the early cultures in Malaysia – an insight into Malaysia’s multi- cultural society.

Visit to the world-renowned Pinang Peranakan Mansion and more on this half-day private tour of George Town, a UNESCO-designated city located on the Straits of Malacca. This heritage tour with personalized commentary from your very own guide offers a glimpse of Penang’s diverse arts and cultures. See colonial antiques at the museum before a visit to Little India, Chinese clan houses and Armenian Street.

Explore the colourful streets of George Town on a private, 4-hour walking tour that takes in the city’s street food, religious landmarks, colonial architecture, and clan jetties. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour that’s tailored to your interests as you explore the oldest parts of George Town, whose historic streets and buildings are have been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.