Things to do in Penang, Malaysia: The Best Architectural Buildings

July 18, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

Penang is a Malaysian state located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, by the Malacca Strait. It has two parts: Penang Island, where the capital city, George Town, is located, and Seberang Perai (formerly Province Wellesley) on the Malay Peninsula. The second smallest Malaysian state by land mass, Penang is bordered by Kedah to the north and the east, and Perak to the south.
Restaurants in Penang

1. Kek Lok Si Temple

1000-L, Tingkat Lembah Ria 1, Air Itam, Penang Island 11500 Malaysia +60 4-828 3317 http://www.tourism.gov.my/en/places/states-of-malaysia/penang/Kek-Lok-Si
Excellent
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4.0 based on 3,906 reviews

Kek Lok Si Temple

Reviewed By Shortermtravelgoals - Dublin, Ireland

Absolutely delighted that we decided to stop off Kok Lee Si temple after visiting Penang Hill. Penang hill was very very touristy, this was a welcome haven. The temple complex is beautiful, with intricate craftsmanship. It's a lovely environment to walk round. I took the tram to the top. The statue of Kuan yin takes centre stage. I loved the pagoda the best. They are doing loads of renovation work, it would be great to visit and see the finished article.

2. City Hall

Padang Kota Lama, 10200 Malaysia
Excellent
22%
Good
60%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
0%
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4.0 based on 55 reviews

City Hall

3. Suffolk House

Suffolk House 250 Jalan Air Itam George Town, Penang Island 10460 Malaysia +60 4-228 1109 [email protected] http://suffolkhouse.com.my
Excellent
43%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
7%
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4.0 based on 141 reviews

Suffolk House

Penang Mansion Restaurant Suffolk House is a stunning example of an Anglo-Indian garden house and Malaysia's only surviving Georgian Mansion, originally built in the early 1800s. For decades Suffolk House had a glittering career as the home of successive British Governors. The winner of the 2008 Award of Distinction in the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Awards for Culture Heritage Conservation this extensively and passionately restored mansion is now a "must visit" destination for everyone who comes to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Penang.

Reviewed By ScottLoar - Penang Island, Malaysia

The four of us had reservations for Sunday lunch, and each chose the set lunch priced RM 50.00 comprising one choice of three entrees, one main course of which a dozen were offered, followed by a dessert and tea or coffee. Yes, the food is very good, flavorful, a choice of Western (e.g. baked sea bass) or Malay (e.g. crab lakhsa) or fusion (e.g. nonya fish) and the venue in a Georgian mansion dating to 1804, former Government House, is a good as you can get. This place is perfect for two or more, and a necessary for every traveler to Penang. We live here and find the place and food a joy. We will come again for afternoon tea (which was highly recommended) and again for dinner; we want to try it all. Really, this is George Town at one of its memorable best.

4. The Star Pitt Street

15 Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia https://www.facebook.com/TheStarPittStreet
Excellent
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Good
70%
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10%
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4.0 based on 10 reviews

The Star Pitt Street

5. Penang Town Hall

Light Street, George Town, Penang Island Malaysia
Excellent
20%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
1%
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4.0 based on 109 reviews

Penang Town Hall

Reviewed By YONGMAN - Ampang, Malaysia

An iconic building that reflects Penang's rich historical past. Great for photo shoots as the City Council as it was then known has preserved it rather well.

6. Acheen Street Mosque

Jalan Lebuh Acheh, George Town, Penang Island 11200 Malaysia +60 4-432 5231
Excellent
9%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
42%
Poor
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3.5 based on 147 reviews

Acheen Street Mosque

7. Komtar

George Town, Penang Island Malaysia +60 19-828 0614 http://www.rapidpg.com.my
Excellent
11%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
39%
Poor
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Terrible
8%
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3.0 based on 815 reviews

Komtar

8. Adjetty Sdn Bhd

63, Gat Lebuh Chulia, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, George Town, Penang Island 10300 Malaysia 6042613535 [email protected] http://www.jetty35.com

@Jetty is a heritage focused venue for arts and cultural events, we create in-house event to promote Penang heritage culture & as incubator to nurture and showcase Malaysia artistic talents. We aim to be the platform for inspirations and creativity, where aspiring creative ones to showcase their talents, artwork and innovative ideas. Meanwhile, it is a place where people meet, celebrate and chill.

9. ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple Complex

Plot 10, Lorong Jelawat 4, Seberang Jaya, Perai 13700 Malaysia http://Todu.my
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

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