12 Top Tourist Attractions of Penang
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12 Top Attractions of Penang (31 August 2022)
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I am often asked to recommend what are the sights to see in Penang, so I put together this list, with details. If you are coming to Penang for a short visit, and you do not wish to miss its most interesting sights, here they are.
Clan Jetties
Historic jetties along the George Town waterfront.
Curtis Crest @ The Habitat Penang Hill
A walkway high above Penang Hill, Curtis Crest offers awesome views of the forest.
Entopia
Appreciate insectlife free from the confines of the classroom.
ESCAPE Theme Park
Nature-friendly theme park with the world's longest tube water slide and Malaysia's first ski slope.
Kek Lok Si Temple
The largest Chinese temple complex in Southeast Asia.
Khoo Kongsi
The most opulent clan ancestral temple in George Town, and anywhere outside China.
Penang Hill
Hill station with views of George Town and surrounding regions.
Pinang Peranakan Museum
Housed in the home of 19th century Chinese community leader Chung Keng Kwee, this museum offers a glimpse at the opulence of Baba Nyonya during their golden era.
Rainbow Skywalk
Glass walkway on the 68th floor of the Komtar Tower offers spectacular views of George Town.
Snake Temple
This temple filled with uncaged venomous vipers is one of the most unique sights in Penang.
Wat Chaiyamangkalaram
Thai Temple of the Reclining Buddha with Dhammikarama Burmese Temple across the road are remnants of the Thai and Burmese communities that once had settlements in the area.
Wonderfood Museum
A museum celebrating a plethora of mouth-watering dishes through ultra realistic replicas.Former Attractions
The following are former attractions that have since closed, but were once part of the top 12.
Made In Penang Interactive Museum
Museum celebrating all things made in Penang through miniatures and 3D murals.List of Top Tourist Attractions in Malaysia
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