Imagine stepping off the ferry into the UNESCO World Heritage–listed core of George Town, where pastel-hued shophouses line narrow lanes adorned with whimsical street art and centuries-old clan jetties drift above the water.

Wander beneath a canopy of lanterns at Kek Lok Si Temple, Malaysia’s largest Buddhist sanctuary, then catch the historic funicular up Penang Hill for cool breezes and panoramic vistas. Back on the coast, the aroma of asam laksa and char kway teow wafts from Gurney Drive’s famed hawker stalls, while art aficionados gather at Hin Bus Depot and spice lovers inhale the scents at Tropical Spice Garden. 

From heritage laneways to hilltop retreats, savory street eats to vibrant creative hubs, Penang invites you to savor every slice of its island tapestry.