Best Cultural Tours in Penang Island 2025

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 88.00

Be a part of a unique experience as you venture through Penang’s Georgetown Heritage Area where we feed your hunger for food & knowledge. A local Penang-born tour guide takes you bite-by-bite through each step of this food trail. You sip delicious local drinks and munch on traditional dishes which our ancestors have kept alive. During this tour, we unveil Penang and Malaysia's history and finally end our food trail at a bar with a locally inspired cocktail or mocktail.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 65.00

(Not suitable for severe gluten intolerance or strict vegan/ vegetarian). 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.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 114.10

Explore the Penang city which is  rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity by Penang City Tour. Visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, Streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then proceed to Penang Hill and visit Kek Lok Si Temple, Guan Yin. - Harmonious temple bestowed with gifts from Chinese emperors - Picturesque funicular train ride to the top of Penang Hill - Spectacular views of Georgetown & roundtrip transportation - Relaxing environment at 2,700 feet (833 m) above sea level - Chance to view the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 65.00

(Not suitable for severe gluten-intolerance or strict vegan/vegetarian). A guided tour on Penang street foods. Foods and drinks are included (except alcoholic drinks and durian) : 1. 3 hours walk, eat street foods in local cafes while take in the sight of traditions and cultures along the way. Skip breakfast for better tour experience. 2. Taste some 12-18 traditional Penang street foods and drinks. 3. Chat with locals and learn the preparation of Penang dishes like Lor Bak, Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai, Kuih Kak, Assam Laksa, Char Koay Teow, Curry Mee, Chendol and drinks like nutmeg juice, Teh Tarik and white coffee. 4. Visit Chinese temple to gain insight to Taoism and have fortune told. 5. Visit a Penang morning wet market and taste snack like nutmeg fruit. 6. Savor exotic local fruits like water apple, jackfruit or mango. 7. See old trades like hand-made spring roll skin making in action. 8. Learn heritage buildings architecture. Note: Inform if any allergy or religious concern.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 83.82

Explore the Penang city which is rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity by Penang City Tour. Visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, Streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then proceed to Penang Hill and visit Kek Lok Si Temple, Guan Yin. - Harmonious temple bestowed with gifts from Chinese emperors - Picturesque funicular train ride to the top of Penang Hill - Spectacular views of Georgetown & roundtrip transportation - Relaxing environment at 2,700 feet (833 m) above sea level - Chance to view the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 137.78

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. After that visit Penang Hill (Fast Lane), Kek Lok Si, Batu Feringghi Beach and also Botanical Garden.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 114.10

Explore the Penang city which is rich in history as it is in culture, tradition and diversity by Penang City Tour. Visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, Streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then proceed to Penang Hill and visit Kek Lok Si Temple, Guan Yin. - Harmonious temple bestowed with gifts from Chinese emperors - Picturesque funicular train ride to the top of Penang Hill - Spectacular views of Georgetown & roundtrip transportation - Relaxing environment at 2,700 feet (833 m) above sea level - Chance to view the largest Buddhist temple in Southeast Asia

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 70.00

Experience this half day Penang join-in-tour by visiting the The Reclining Buddha Temple is otherwise called the Sleeping Buddha by local people, you can see there are numerous specialties, containing the remains of lovers. There is additionally a little Thai town and Thai burial ground simply behind the sanctuary. Value this wonderful sanctuary and quiet air before continue to Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple. Next, Kek Lok Si temple, highlights are the seven-level Thousand-Buddha Pagoda and a statue of Goddess of Mercy. Appreciate all encompassing perspectives over the island and investigate the notable British hill station. Tour through four major religious buildings in Malaysia stand solidly on the one street line. Showcase of more than 50 inspiring murals of Old Penang Street Art. Visit Floating Village on stills above the water, Clan Jetties of Chinese settlement since 19th century.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 70.53

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.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 79.55

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 visit Penang Upside Down House.

Penang Island , Penang

From $ 80.00

This 6 - hours Penang Heritage Trail tour with local English speaking driver in the air conditioned vehicle will gives you a glimpse of a different part of George Town, and highlight some of its most popular attractions. This tour designed for you to get to know a few streets at a time. See colonial buildings and prewar houses which come with history events on Penang Island.