Why people love visiting charming George Town
Come and experience George Town and its temples, monuments and museums. Travellers especially like the restaurants, shopping and beaches in this walkable and romantic city. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in George Town
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that George Town has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- ESCAPE Adventureplay (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Penang Golf Resort (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Kidland Penang (0.2 mi / 0.4 km)
- Penang Bird Park (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Kelab Tentera Udara (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in George Town
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, George Town is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Penang Hill (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
- Batu Ferringhi Beach (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
- Ferringgi Beach (7.4 mi / 11.8 km)
- Teluk Bahang Beach (8.7 mi / 14 km)
- Penang National Park (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- Bukit Batu Kawan (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
Seasonal weather in George Town
If you're hoping to enjoy some warm-weather activities on your holiday, March, April, February and May are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 28°C.
Transport to and around George Town
The nearest airport is in Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from the city centre.