10 TOP Things to Do in Penang August 2026

A temple with a golden spire, a staircase, and a row of Buddha statues.

A rope bridge in a forested area with dense foliage.

A beach with clear water, surrounded by dense green foliage and a distant structure.

A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs, a prominent golden spire, and lush green hills in the background.

A white colonial-style building with domed roofs and a large central dome, surrounded by lush greenery.

Activities

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

NZ$22

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

NZ$25

per adult

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

NZ$11

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$11

per adult

The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

NZ$23

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket

NZ$91

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

NZ$55

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Penang Food Tour - Georgetown

NZ$107

per adult

Penang: Tech Dome Entrance Ticket

NZ$12

per adult

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Gurney Drive

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During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from The Top at Komatar to KOMTAR – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A beach at sunset with people, boats, and a kite.

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A traditional ornate temple with a red roof and golden decorations.

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

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A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Tanjung Bungah Beach.

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