Private Tour
Explore Georgetown Penang Half Day City Tour
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Penang is a popular tourist destination in Malaysia and its capital Georgetown is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A fusion of different people, cultures and traditions, Georgetown used to be a major trading hub in the Straits of Malacca. The city was known for its colorful architecture, combining British colonial buildings, Chinese shophouses and mosques. In just half day, you will get to see some of the best sights Georgetown has to offer and what makes it a truly unique city that cannot be found anywhere else in Asia.
- Discover Georgetown on an immersive half day tour
- Explore Penang's capital and its best sights and attractions
- Learn about Georgetown's rich historical background
- Lay your eyes on the famous Reclining Buddha Statue in Penang
- Harmonious temple bestowed with gifts from Chinese emperors
- Spectacular views of Georgetown & roundtrip transportation
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.
If exceed tour hours as stated above, additional hour will be charged
Optional tours are available upon request (additional charges)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
English Speaking Driver
Hotel or cruise terminal pickup & drop off (city center 1km radius only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Food & Drinks
Entrance Tickets
Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
What To Expect
Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple
Your driver will pick you up from your respective hotel or cruise terminal to proceed with the city Tour. Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found.
Dhammikarama Burmese Temple
Right across the road you may also visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple which holds a Buddha statue standing at 8.2 meters, making it the tallest in Malaysia. The existence of these two temples is due to the early settlement of the Thai and Burmese community in the early 1800s.
Options
Private Tour
Private transportation with private driver (limited live commentary)
Pickup included
Private Tour with Tour Guide
You will be accompanied by professional tour guide who will give live commentary about the places visited during the tour
Pickup included
Reviews
34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ronnie is a great guide!
Patti K,
Jun 5, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Ronnie, was extremely well informed, knowledgeable, and genuinely flexible with our needs and interests. He is what made the experience memorable.
A very Expensive Taxi drive not a guide
Olinto D,
Apr 18, 2024
- Viator
3.00Nothing a Taxi drive around town. The guide was just a taxi driver. Too expensive than hiring a taxi.
A great cultural overview...
Linda C,
Mar 4, 2024
- Viator
4.00A great cultural overview of the Penang City if you are the first timer here. The museum was amazing and eye opening.
Great tour
Sunil A,
Feb 11, 2024
- Viator
5.00The guide Joseph! He was excellent and extremely deligent and knowledgeable! The driver was very pleasant and good too!
Penang with Buddha
Lynn L,
Dec 21, 2023
- Viator
5.00The area that had paintings on the buildings was great to explore and the temples our guide took us to were really interesting.
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