Private Tour

Penang Heritage Tour: Iconic City Landmarks & Fort Cornwallis

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the Penang city which is rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity. Visit the many historical buildings and temples such as Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the remnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past and also make a visit to Fort Cornwallis.

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

Fort Cornwallis opened from 9am to 10pm.

No meals are included.

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)

An additional surcharge of USD 10 per person for hotel pickup outside 1km radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Historic City of George Town

Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal at Georgetown on time for a 9am departure. Meet and greets our friendly driver at the lobby and proceeds for your tour.

Admission Not Applicable

Chaiya Mangalaram Thai Buddhist Temple

Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off (selected hotel only)

Air-conditioned vehicle

English speaking Driver

Fort Cornwallis Admission Ticket

Optional

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Penang Heritage Tour: Iconic City Landmarks & Fort Cornwallis

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great introductory tour.
stephaniemN4783SE,,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife and I did this tour in July 2025. We were very lucky to get Robin as our tour guide. The four hour tour was very busy as we visited several of the most important tourist sites in Penang. We started by visiting the Dhamikamara Buddhist Temple. This was quite a small but attractive temple. We then visited Chgaya Mangalaram Temple, which is a Thai Buddhist temple. This was completely different as it was larger and has a large reclining Buddha. We then drove around Georgetown, visiting The City and Town Halls, walking along the Sea Heritage Trail. Robin was an excellent guide and was really able to give a local's view of the city. We spent sometime at Fort Cornwallis. A very impressive and historic location. It was getting renovated at the time so we did not get to see everything. It should be finished in about 5 years time so would be well worth visiting. Robin then drove us through the very historic Georgetown area. We got to see the famous murals, the Clan Jetties and the Penang Peranakan Mansion. All of this with Robin's great commentary. I would highly recommend this tour as an introduction to George Town. Ask for Robin if you can, as he was a great guide and will certainly make the experience special.
Sedate tour of George Town
semplegraeme,,Jun 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very good tour to see some top sites and to orientate you if you are new to George Town. Several other tours do not include the fort which I think is essential if you have an interest in the colonial history. Our driver was 4th generation Penang and was very knowledgeable and obviously proud of his hometown which made for good conversation.