3 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview
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. Follow an expert local guide through 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.
- Explore Penang's history and culture on this tour ideal for those short on time
- Expert local guide ensures you don't miss any highlights
- Small-group of no more than 15 people ensures a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for an added convenience
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Join your expert guide and a small group of fellow travelers on this Penang City Bus & Minivan Tour. Journey through colonial Georgetown, where you’ll pay a stop to the famous Fort Cornwallis. Listen as your guide shares insights and stories about most famous historical remains in the city.
Next, make your way to colorful Little India and eclectic Chinatown before paying a visit to the Royal Selangor, where you’ll see local craftsmen fashioning works from pewter. After marveling at this age-old art, head to Wat Chayamankalaram, where you’ll find the world’s largest reclining Buddha—one of the tour’s most memorable sights!
Your final stop is the Penang State Museum, where your guide will take you through halls of this colonial-ear building and point out artifacts from Malaysia, China and India’s unique past. Choose to return to your hotel, or enjoy shopping at your leisure at Gurney Plaza.
Next, make your way to colorful Little India and eclectic Chinatown before paying a visit to the Royal Selangor, where you’ll see local craftsmen fashioning works from pewter. After marveling at this age-old art, head to Wat Chayamankalaram, where you’ll find the world’s largest reclining Buddha—one of the tour’s most memorable sights!
Your final stop is the Penang State Museum, where your guide will take you through halls of this colonial-ear building and point out artifacts from Malaysia, China and India’s unique past. Choose to return to your hotel, or enjoy shopping at your leisure at Gurney Plaza.
Itinerary
The largest and most intact of the clan jetties, Chew Jetty consists of 75 elevated houses, several Chinese temples, a community hall and lots of tourist facilities, all linked by elevated wooden walkways. It's a fun place to wander around admiring docked fishing boats while the scent of frying fish wafts across the walkways. There are numerous places to browse souvenirs and nibble snack food.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
One of the clan houses still standing in George Town, the Khoo Kongsi clan house takes on a remarkable resemblance to a mini clan village. It features tall thin columns supporting a gently sloping, red tiled roof, topped with carvings of dragons, phoenixes, mythical animals and various scenes from popular Chinese legends. The clan house also has a grand hall adorned with resplendent and intricate carvings and richly ornamented pillars which are said to have been crafted by master craftsmen from China.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Drive through the colorful Little India. Along market street, there are many fashion Indian stores. They sell mostly saree, silk and cotton, almost anything that has the essence of India. Apart from the interesting shops with vibrant colors, there are multiple shops selling delicious Indian culinary.
Wat Chaiyamangalaram is a Thai temple in George Town and famous for its large gold plated Reclining Buddha, which at 33 meters and is one of the largest in the world. The temple dates back to 1845 and is built on land given to the Thai people by Queen Victoria of Great Britain during their rule of the island.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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