Penang hotels Penang & beyond

Holidays to Malaysia with Escape Worldwide

Other areas

Holidays to the Far East with Escape Worldwide

Call our

Travel Experts

Your holiday starts here

Send us an

E-mail

info@escapeworldwide.co.uk

Call 020 8989 0970

Fill in a few details online

Call 020 8989 0970

or Contact Us by email

Thailand Malaysia Singapore Bali etc. Hong Kong Japan Indochina Multicentre

home quote offers blog feedback about contact

We’ve been, we know - just call!

VISIT OUR WORLD:

THAILAND INDIAN OCEAN DUBAI EAST AFRICA SOUTH AFRICA USA CARIBBEAN CUBA AUSTRALIA

home terms privacy holiday info useful links at the airport about us contact us

Destination

Quick Links

Escape Worldwide S2264. We act as The Global Travel Group plc in connection with

the sale of travel products. Unless specified as the operator, the Global Travel Group

plc is the agent of ATOL protected Tour Operators and other principals.

HOME > Malaysia > Penang

Welcome to Penang

Karen, your guide to Penang from Escape Worldwide.

“I love the atmosphere of Penang, it’s great fun with plenty to do beoyond the beach, and some excellent food!”

Contact Karen to discuss your holiday plans

karen@escapeworldwide.co.uk

or call 020 8989 0970

What to do in Penang

The Island's capital, Georgetown, is well worth exploring, with influences from differing cultures and eras adding to its historic feel. Away from the coast, Penang is hilly and lush, and getting away from the beach can be most rewarding. The beach areas along the Island's north coast, however, are the main draw, and offer a relaxed option for a fun-filled holiday.

Where to stay in Penang

Most of the beaches are located along the north of the island, with bustling Batu Ferringhi being home to a great selection of places to stay, eat and drink. Check out the food market in the centre of the resort for a great selection of local food at low prices. Between here and Georgetown, Tanjung Bungah is a smaller resort area that also has a number of hotels.

Holiday ideas to Penang

Spend a week or two simply relaxing in Penang, or combine Penang with Kuala Lumpur for an interesting twin centre holiday. Penang can also be combined with other locations such as Borneo or Singapore for an excellent multi centre itinerary combining Penang and beyond.

Once one of the most important cities in the Far East, today Penang is a mix of beaches and culture, history and relaxation. A fairly small island located off Malaysia's west coast, Penang holds a wealth of interest to today's visitor on a holiday to Penang. A chain of beaches along the north coast welcome most visitors, while nearby Georgetown is UNESCO Heritage listed and packed with interest.

Holidays to Penang with Escape Worldwide - Georgetown, Penang

MORE DETAILS

PENANG HOTELS

PENANG & BEYOND

Suggested sightseeing

Tastes and Traditions in Penang - Small Group Tour

This Penang walking tour will set your taste buds salivating as you sample the best of the city’s street food scene. Your guide is a local foodie who will ensure you’re stuffed with sweet and savoury treats as you learn about traditional Malaysian cuisine. Along the way, take in some history as you wander old city streets, passing preserved heritage sites, and stopping at famed food spots. There’s no better way to literally taste the cultural diversity of Penang!

- Prices from £44 per person

Pulau Payar Marine Park from Penang - Private Tour

Discover some of Malaysia’s best snorkelling as you taken to the crystal clear waters of Pulau Payar where you will find magical coral reefs and a multitude of brightly colourful tropical fish.

- Prices from £111 per person

Getting to Penang

Arrival airport Penang
Transfer time approx 45 minutes

Penang is most easily reached via Kuala Lumpur, which has direct services from Heathrow with Malaysia Airlines. There's also indirect services with a host of airlines from all major UK airports. Onward flights link Penang to Langkawi, Phuket, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Time difference GMT +8
Currency Malaysian Ringgit
Language Bahasa Malay (English is widely spoken)

Entry details (for British nationals) a visa is not required for stays of up to 3 months. Passports need at least 6 months validity from your date of entry. While planning your holiday and before you depart check the latest travel advice at www.fco.gov.uk.