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Destination guide

The charming area of George Town awaits your stay

Take a vacation to George Town and enjoy the area's temples, monuments and museums. This walkable and romantic city is known for its restaurants, shopping and beaches. TESCO and Kek Lok Si Temple are just a couple of the must-sees. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.

Activities

Activities and attractions in George Town

Are you hoping to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes George Town a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Penang Butterfly Farm (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
Kidland Penang (0.2 mi / 0.4 km)
Penang Avatar Secret Garden (3.9 mi / 6.2 km)
Penang Bird Park (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
PKSA Penang Water Sports Centre (5.5 mi / 8.9 km)
East Wind Watersports (7.2 mi / 11.5 km)

Weather

Seasonal weather in George Town

If you're hoping to enjoy some warm-weather activities on your vacation, March, February, May and April are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 89°F.

Natural features

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in George Town

Whether you're an active traveler or just want to take in the scenery, George Town is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Penang Hill (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
Penang Botanic Gardens (3.6 mi / 5.8 km)
Penang Avatar Secret Garden (3.9 mi / 6.2 km)
Ferringgi Beach (7.3 mi / 11.8 km)
Tropical Spice Garden (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
Teluk Bahang Beach (8.7 mi / 14 km)

How to get there

Transportation to and around George Town

Fly into Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), the closest airport, located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from the city center.

How many vacation rentals are available around Penang?

Our 2019 vacation rental listings offer a large selection of 390 house rentals around Penang. From 260 Condos/Apartments to 9 Villas, find unique vacation rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends. The best place to stay around Penang is on HomeAway.

What are the most popular destinations to visit in Penang?

There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Penang. From HomeAway travelers, the most popular destinations to visit are:

Penang Island: 389 vacation rentals
George Town: 386 vacation rentals
Bandaraya Georgetown: 388 vacation rentals
Seri Tanjung Pinang: 74 vacation rentals
Barat Daya Pulau Pinang District: 375 vacation rentals

And HomeAway offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in Penang! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.

What are the main cities to discover in Penang?

Whether you're travelling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Penang:

George Town: 386 rentals
Bandaraya Georgetown: 388 rentals
Penaga: 324 rentals
Bayan Lepas: 384 rentals
Bukit Mertajam: 77 rentals

For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

Near which points of interest can I spend my holiday in Penang?

HomeAway offers a large selection of lodging choices near lovely places in Penang. From HomeAway travelers, the most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

Fort Cornwallis: 395 vacation homes
Allanze University - College of Medical Sciences: 392 vacation homes
Penang Vintage Toy Museum: 395 vacation homes
Eden Parade Shopping Centre: 390 vacation homes
Penang State Mosque: 395 vacation homes

But there are many other points of interest around Penang listed on HomeAway where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection.