George Town Trip Overview
When the sun goes down, Penang is a boisterous and active place. The Penang Night Tour is a great way to experience the island’s best-known after-dark attractions. Start out the evening with a visit to Esplanade or Fort Cornwallis (photo stop only) and bypass Georgetown Little India, Streets of Racial Harmony, visit the Clan Jetties, stroll through Armenian Street (wall art) and also short Trishaw Ride. Then make a visit to The Top, Komtar.
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Duration: 5 hours
Starts: George Town, Malaysia
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting George Town, Penang, Malaysia
When the sun goes down, Penang is a boisterous and active place. The Penang Night Tour is a great way to experience the island’s best-known after-dark attractions. Start out the evening with a visit to Esplanade or Fort Cornwallis (photo stop only) and bypass Georgetown Little India, Streets of Racial Harmony, visit the Clan Jetties, stroll through Armenian Street (wall art) and also short Trishaw Ride. Then make a visit to The Top, Komtar.
Itinerary
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Stop At: George Town, George Town, Penang Island, Penang
Firstly you take a scenic drive through the streets of Georgetown – UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the ramnants left by the British and local dwellers of the past.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Armenian Street, Lebuh Armenian, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia
Take a short stroll through Armenian Street where its famed street art/murals are found. Discover the unique painted walls mimicking life in the city.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Street Art in George Town, Street Art in, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia
Blending humour and historical elements, Ernest Zacharevic, a Lithuanian born artist, hand painted the art to reflect to local culture has to offer during his short stay in Penang in 2010. Some examples are “Kids on a Bicycle”, “Boy On Chair”, and many more.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Pengkalan Weld 59A, Chew Jetty, George Town, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia
Part of the heritage trail, the Clan jetties are a unique sight to witness as you walk through a wooden path on stilts with wooden houses beside you that are still inhabited by the locals till today. After the construction of the Quay in 1882, the waterfront was developed with short public landing stages or jetties. Settlements grew on these foundations and they were used for the loading and unloading of goods and for the mooring of sampans (boats). Gradually, each jetty became identified and dominated by certain clans and over time more huts sprung up. Be awed by the experience of going through a village atmosphere in the heart of the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: George Town, George Town, Penang Island, Penang
After that, take a short ride on a this traditional mode of transport used in the past, Penang’s own Trishaw. Feel pampered as your “Captain” take you through the bustling street in this short ride (15-20minutes).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Komtar, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia
Then enjoy the feeling of being on The Top.Town’s highest point, the open-air Rainbow Skywalk is at Level 68, on the rooftop of KOMTAR tower, offering visitors the thrilling experience of walking on air 249m above ground.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The TOP Penang, 1 Jalan Penang, George Town, Penang Island 10000 Malaysia
Meanwhile the air-conditioned Observatory Deck (10am-6pm only) at Level 65 also features a glass walkway that lets you watch the world go by below. It offers a stunning 360° view of Georgetown and beyond.
Enjoy the feeling of being on the top of the world.
A set meal is included in your package (Indian/Chinese restaurant).
End of the tour return to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Duration: 30 minutes
