George Town
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| George Town and its street murals | Colourful shophouses and famous murals in the old town's lanes, on the World Heritage list. | Central George Town |
| The Kapitan Keling Mosque | A historic mosque with domes and minarets in the heart of George Town. | Lebuh Pitt |
| The Cheong Fatt Tze Blue Mansion | The blue mansion of a wealthy Chinese merchant, with guided tours. | George Town |
Nature
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Penang Hill | A funicular up to a summit with views of the island and the bridge. | Closed for maintenance 4–10 January 2027 |
| The Habitat | A rainforest trail and a canopy walk above the trees. | On Penang Hill; RM 60 |
| Batu Ferringhi beach | The island's best-known beach, and its evening market. | North of the island |
| Penang National Park | Forest trails ending at Turtle Beach and Monkey Beach. | Teluk Bahang |
For the family
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| ESCAPE Penang | An adventure and water park for the family, with one of the world's longest water slides. | Teluk Bahang |
| Kek Lok Si Temple | Malaysia's largest Buddhist temple, with a colourful pagoda and a giant statue. | Air Itam, near Penang Hill |
Tips before you go
- Penang is Malaysia's food capital, and halal food is easy to find in Malay and Indian-Muslim restaurants.
- Penang is about an hour's flight from Kuala Lumpur, or four hours by road over the bridge.
- Saudi passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 90 days with the MDAC digital arrival card.
Hotels in Penang
Flights to Kuala Lumpur
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Penang?
George Town and its murals, the Kapitan Keling Mosque, Penang Hill and The Habitat, Batu Ferringhi beach, ESCAPE Penang and Kek Lok Si.
When is the Penang Hill funicular closed?
For maintenance from 4 to 10 January 2027.
Is there halal food in Penang?
Yes, plenty, especially in Malay restaurants and nasi kandar shops.
Planning your trip to Malaysia? Read Travel to Malaysia from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.