Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Not suitable for severe gluten intolerance or strict vegan/ vegetarian or muslim.
A guided tour on Penang street foods, history and culture. Foods and drinks are included (except alcoholic drinks and durian) :
1. 3 hours walk, eat street foods in local cafes and learn history and cultures as we walk on the street. Skip lunch for better tour experience.
2. Taste 10-13 traditional Penang street foods and drinks.
3. Learn the ingredients and preparation of Penang dishes like Lor Bak, Wantan Mee, Assam Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Hokkien Mee, Curry Mee; drinks like nutmeg juice, ambra, barley, white coffee and desserts like Chendol, ABC or rojak.
4. Visit a Chinese temple to gain insight to Taoism and have your fortune told.
5. Savor local tropical fruits like water apple or mango, if available.
6. Savor local snacks like Malay cakes or Indian apom (crepe).
7. See heritage building architectures, fengshui and street art murals.
Note: Inform guide if any food allergy or religious concern.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for severe gluten intolerance or strict vegetarian or muslim or serious food allergy.
Must inform if any food(s) allergy.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
George Town
Tour starts from this point (bus stop in front of 7-eleven Penang Road) where participants will come on their own - walking, by taxi or by Grab. Briefing will be done first at this location before tour starts.
Little Penang Street Market
We enter into a couple of coffeeshops along this road to partake in the hawker foods.
What‘s Included
Meals and Drinks
Fruits
Snacks
Professional Guide
Gratuities (Optional)
Alcoholic Beverages
Options
Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour
Reviews
168 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This is a must do when visiting Penang Island and Georgetown
849leifa,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would strongly recommend this to for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of the amazing foods available here in Penang. This is awesome way of getting out of your comfort zone and enjoying the fabulous food available here . Our guide Poh was thoroughly entertaining, a wonderful hostess in Georgetown, but not only shared with us some of the best food but also very interesting stories. The cultureat Leif here in Penang island. Do yourself a favor and enjoy this food community as I and my tour mates did. I assure you a good time was had by all
Fascinating foodie tour exploring Chinatown
Hilary M,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00For many reasons this tour exceeded my expectations :) Would it be helpful to say that the numerous dishes are spaced out with a walk between each venue and one or two were air conditioned premises so very welcome on one of the hottest afternoons! it felt leisurely and calm, we were a small group and Max was very generous with his time, providing forks and napkins etc and choosing most carefully the ingredients so we didn't receive anything that us westerners might not relish! apart from experiencing so many different flavours, including delicious drinks to suit the hot climate, we covered a great deal of the Chinatown area and saw many fascinating heritage houses with Max explaining about the architecture, history etc Really fascinating trip and thoroughly recommend.
Fun afternoon
Bhavisha M,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoy the afternoon. Ut was a good combination of food and learning. As it was our first food tour. We were a little nervous about what to expect. But we enjoy the walking and eating, as it broke up the day. It was a really hot afternoon, so Max enjoyed we stayed hydrated with local drinks , which we would never know to order! Which made it even more enjoyable. It was also good that we told him we don’t eat beef, so he was able to work around this and it wasn’t an issue
Excellent tour - highly recommended.
Ivan T,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00James was an excellent guide. Informative, funny and knowledgeable. Do not eat anything beforehand as there is so much food to try. The guide can make these tours good or average. James is excellent and you will enjoy your time with him.
We had a fantastic time...
Selina C,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic time on this food tour, James was a fantastic guide and we had the chance to try so much food at vendors we would not have been able to find by ourselves. James was very knowledgable about the food and the city and gave us lots of information and recommendations.
Poh’s Food Tour - Penang
noahmP5584ZT,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Poh was amazing. She was very knowledgeable of Penang’s rich history and added insightful commentary between and at each food stop. We hadn’t expected this level of cultural and historical teaching, but we’re truly impressed! She brought us to a great variety of local cuisine options (we were stuffed by the end!) and felt like we got to sample all the flavors of Penang. Cannot recommend enough.
Poh was a wonderful guide...
Lisa M,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Poh was a wonderful guide and hostess. Not only did we have a fabulous, well curated food tour but she was also extremely knowledgeable about the history and culture of Penang. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon tasting the delights of this region and learnt so much about local customs and landmarks. We would highly recommend this tour.
A superb food and history visit with Mr. Law. The food was excellent with great variety and we learned history/culture.
tom o,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had great food and great conversation with Mr.Law. Very varied tastes and all very good and we learned much about Penang.
Amazing blend of food and culture
Rocio R,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed knowing more about the history of Penang and all the diversity in food. Pho is truly awesome!!!!
Great tour!
David V,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Poh was so filled with knowledge about the city and its history as well as knowing her food. I really enjoyed the tour, it gave me a taste of Panang
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