Penang, Malaysia — Summer 2026

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George Town before and during its festival month: the hawker stalls and Michelin-starred Peranakan tables, heritage shophouse hotels, street-art walks, and the George Town Festival programme running 1–9 August.

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27 Things to do in George Town, Penang: heritage, food & street art

From walking and food tours to heritage sites and modern museums, discover the best things to do in George Town, Penang, Malaysia.

onpenang.com

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My 3 Day Penang Itinerary: George Town & Beyond (2026)

Discover how to make the most your trip - my Penang itinerary covers the highlights of historic George Town and exploring the rest of the island

global-gallivanting.com

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The best food in George Town in Penang, Malaysia (2026)

The best local dishes and where to eat them. This guide has all the best food in George Town - Malaysia's cuisine capital!

timetravelturtle.com

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The Very Best Things To Do In George Town, Penang

A travel guide to George Town, the wonderfully historic island capital of Penang, Malaysia.

anoushkaprobyn.com

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The Ultimate Street Art Guide for Georgetown, Penang - TWO FLASHPACKERS

Go hunting for the best instagram spots using my street art guide for Georgetown, Penang.All the best spots in this detailed guide with a map.

twoflashpackers.com

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7 Fantastic Penang Hawkers – Food Guide 2026

Here are THE BEST Penang Hawkers that you should not miss in 2026. We have included some absolute gems and local secrets here...

thebackpackingfamily.com

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George Town Festival 2026 to feature over 40 events, including seven ticketed shows

Penang state media confirms GTF 2026 runs 1–9 August with 40+ programmes, DUNDU giant light puppets from Germany and a projection-mapping opening at Padang Kota Lama.

buletinmutiara.com

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George Town Festival

George Town Festival (GTF) is a leading arts platform connecting local and international artists. Launched in 2010 to honour George Town’s UNESCO World Heritage Site status, it showcases various art forms, including dance, music, theatre and visual arts.

georgetownfestival.com

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George Town Heritage Celebrations - George Town World Heritage Incorporated

An annual and vibrant community-powered event highlighting George Town's culture, heritage and traditions.

gtwhi.com.my

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Penang Hill is a hill resort comprising a group of peaks on Penang Island, Malaysia. It is located within the Air Itam suburb, 9 km west of the center of George Town. Penang Hill is also known by the Malay name Bukit Bendera, which actually refers to Flagstaff Hill, the most developed peak.

penanghill.gov.my

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Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang: visitor guide 2026

A detailed guide to making the most of a visit to Kek Lok Si Temple, including taking the inclined lift and top tips.

onpenang.com

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Monkey Beach Penang National Park (Teluk Duyung)

Maybe the best beach in Penang Island, Monkey Beach Penang National Park in Teluk Bahang can be reached by boat or by hiking / trekking along a coastal path. How to get there...

travel-penang-malaysia.com

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Penang Food Tour | Penang Food Tour 🌞

Join us on a food adventure, with a food tour in Penang. Penang Food Tour 🌞 is limited to just 8 guests and led by food experts

achefstour.com

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Campbell House Penang - Heritage Boutique Hotel In Georgetown

Our passion is all about hospitality and sharing a dream to open a boutique hotel that would showcase everything that we enjoy and love when we travel.

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Discover the allure of our Georgetown heritage hotels in Penang, offering the best of traditional charm and modern comforts. Book your stay today.

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Eastern & Oriental Hotel

George Town's 138-year-old colonial grande dame on Lebuh Farquhar, with a fully restored Heritage Wing and modern Victory Annexe.

eohotels.com

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Soori Penang Heritage Hotel Debuts in George Town, Malaysia - AFAR

With the opening of Soori Penang, architect-hotelier Soo K. Chan revisits the city that shaped him, sharing how memory, design, and daily life inform his most personal hotel project.

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Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery, PENANG – Michelin-Starred Peranakan Food and Reservations a Must | DanielFoodDiary.com

One Michelin Starred Auntie Gaik Lean’s Old School Eatery in Penang serves authentic Peranakan cuisine in an elegant setting.

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Tek Sen Restaurant PENANG – MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Zi Char Famous For Double Roasted Pork and Belachan Chicken | DanielFoodDiary.com

Enjoy Penang zi char at Tek Sen Restaurant, famous for its sweet and spicy double roasted pork and authentic home-style Chinese cooking in George Town.

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Malaysia STREET FOOD Heaven!! 🇲🇾 27 Meals Best Malaysian Food in Penang! [Full Documentary]

Mark Wiens' feature-length Penang street-food documentary covering 27 meals across the island over a week of eating.

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Ultimate MALAYSIAN STREET FOOD in Penang!! 🇲🇾 5 MUST-EAT Foods in Penang, Malaysia!!

Mark Wiens hunts down five essential Penang dishes, a tight primer on char koay teow, assam laksa and friends.

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Penang Malaysia Vlog 🇲🇾 George Town, Best Malaysian Food, Cafe Hopping, Malaysia Travel Guide 2025

First-timers' four-day vlog blending George Town sights, hawker meals and the city's speciality-coffee scene.

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