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Experience traditional kampung living in this small town. The town’s wet market is famous for its hawker delights - especially the aromatic and sumptuous traditional Penang delicacy - Laksa.

Just about anybody, whether a health enthusiast or a playful child, will enjoy the well-equipped and beautifully landscaped park that has walking and jogging trails, offering wholesome fun for the whole family. The riverbanks of Sungai Perai provide fishing opportunities for the hooked and tackled.

Popular with the tourists this long stretch offers plenty of beach activities from parasailing, jetskiing and sailing. Bars and eateries abound!

Experience the daily lives of traditional fishermen.The beach is also believed to be the landing place of Laksamana Cheng Ho (famed in the history of the Malacca Sultanate).

Visiting hours 5am-8pm daily Get up close and personal with tropical fl ora and fauna in this 72-acre garden; stroll about and enjoy the peaceful view; just don’t feed the monkeys!

Perfect for nature lovers! A tea spa, swimming pool and scenic picnic spots are great relaxation therapy. The more adventurous can try jungle trekking, camping or both!

Visiting hours 11am and 3pm daily. The Blue Mansion as it is popularly known is the recipient of the UNESCO Heritage Conservation Award.

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This is the fi nal resting place of Penang’s European pioneers like Francis Light and Reverend Hutchings (founder of Penang Free School).

Visiting hours early morning-5.30pm. The sprawling grounds host intricate depictions of the life of Lord Buddha.

Visiting hours 8.30am-7pm daily. This 19th century fort marks the spot where the British fi rst landed.

Visiting hours 10am-5pm (closed on Wednesdays). Experience the wonders of Malaysia’s sea life. Walk through the underwater tunnel while enjoying the beautiful view of the underwater vegetation.

This atmospheric temple was built by Chinese immigrants in the 19th century.

Take a bracing evening stroll by the seafront. Gurney Drive offers a wide choice of restaurants, hawker centres and coffeeshops - perfect for watching the world go by!

Enjoy authentic traditional agriculture and cottage lifestyle. Try your hand at rubber tapping and learn the art of bahulu making. Golden-green paddy fields, swaying coconut trees, canopies of rubber trees and oil palm fronds complete the experience!

It’s hard to miss the distinctive domes and Moorish architecture of this grand, old mosque.

The largest Buddhist temple complex in SE Asia features a striking pagoda and giant Goddess of Mercy statue.

Visiting hours 9am-5pm daily. The most elaborate example of southern Chinese craft and architecture outside China.

This ornate Hindu temple features an entrance sculpture of 38 statues of gods and goddesses.

The biggest dam in Penang. Landscaped gardens and benches let visitors enjoy lush scenery; jogging tracks, walking trails and kayaking facilities allow them to get some exercise while experiencing nature up close and personal.

This is a secluded spot located northwest of the island. Great for those who crave privacy, the beach is ideal for quiet picnics under shady casuarina trees. For those who want more activity, try out the jungle trail that leads to the Muka Head lighthouse.

A remote beach only accessible via a 2 hour jungle trek or 15 minute speedboat ride from Batu Ferringhi. Great for a quiet picnic!

Visiting hours 9am-7pm daily. Venture off the island by bridge or ferry to mainland Penang to observe a host of local/foreign bird species in a giant aviary.

Visiting hours 9am-5pm daily. 9am-6pm weekends and public holidays. The world’s fi rst live tropical butterfl y sanctuary! Colourful butterfl ies fl y freely about the beautifully landscaped gardens while ducks swim leisurely in the
ponds. You can also check out an amazing array of interesting reptiles and insects there.

Take a funicular train up this hill retreat for panoramic views of the island. Stroll around or rent bicycles.

Visiting hours 9.30am-6pm. Discover Penang’s Islamic heritage housed in the. fully restored Syed Al-Attas Mansion.

Visiting hours 9am-5pm daily (closed on Fridays). Experience Penang’s rich history.

Jungle trekking for the adventurous! There are plenty of different routes to choose from for adventurers of all shapes and ages!

Visiting hours Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Catch a glimpse of traditional Straits Chinese life at this ornate museum. A must see!

Also known as the ‘Island of Peace.’ Accessible through fishing boat rides from the village of Bukit Tambun, this island is a great spot for picnics, fishing, water sports and jungle trekking, complete with some historical attractions like the ‘Golden Well,’ ‘Pirate’s Rock’ and ‘Pirates’ Cove.’

Take a 20-minute boat ride from Bayan Baru to get to this well-known former leper colony. Today, the island is a favourite with outdoorsy types looking to go jungle trekking and mountain biking.

Experience a clear, breathtaking and panoramic. view of Penang Island while you picnic, camp or fish away!

Visiting hours 9:30am-6pm daily. Over 50 species including poisonous pit vipers, cobras and pythons are displayed here.

This 160-year old Roman Catholic church is nestled amidst a rustic setting. Check out the Malaysian touches incorporated into the new church built in 2002. Evident are the multi-tiered Minangkabau roofs and traditional tabernacle.

This is the oldest Anglican church in SE Asia and was built in 1818. Traditional services are held every Sunday at 8.30am.

Get closer to nature and enjoy this 873-hectare park which has plenty of picnic areas and wading pools, a pond and a Forestry Museum, complete
in a lush, green jungle setting.

A quieter beach for the dedicated sun-worshipper! Quaint Malay fi shing villages and the Penang National. Park are close by.

Visiting hours 9am-9pm daily. The world’s largest toy museum has something to offer kids of all ages.

Visiting hours 9am-6pm. See fruit, eat fruit, drink fruit juices while enjoying the fabulous sea view! The Farm is a 30-minute drive from Balik Pulau.

Visiting hours 9am-6pm daily. This magical garden showcases tropical herbs and spices. Stop for lunch at the cafe which offers a range of local dishes and a great view of the sea!

Visiting hours 9am-7pm daily. Experience WWII life in Malaya in this 1930s British military fortress.

This place offers wholesome fun for the whole family. Among the activities you can enjoy there are picnicking, camping, archery and hiking. There is also a rollerskating rink, mini obstacle course and playgrounds complete with exercise machines for adults.