Penang Holidays

Take a trip on the famous funicular that runs from George Town station all the way up to the summit of Penang Hill and the nation’s oldest hill station. At the top enjoy the incredible, panoramic views of the city below, not forgetting to look out for the wildilfe on the way including many beautiful local birds and the ever present monkeys. From here you can continue on to the impressive temple of Kek Lok Si, one of southeast Asia’s most impressive architectural complexes and known as the ‘Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas’.

Head for this quieter and slower-paced part of the island, away from the busy capital of George Town and the tourists at Batu Ferringhi. One of the best ways to see anywhere properly is by bicycle and the district of Balik Pulau is a great place to ride around safely whilst experiencing many rustic Malay Villages and traditional paddy fields. This region is also famous for the durian – a foul smelling yet deliciously tasty local fruit – possibly only tried by the more daring of holidaymakers!

You can choose to book onto a private tour or simply take yourself off independently around the streets of the capital George Town to hunt for the amazing local street art that can be found across the city. The street art here is not only eccentric but also cutting-edge and captures life-size drawings such as the ‘Boy on the Bike’. This art is something that is quite unique to George Town and really does capture the current culture of the city.

Whether it’s a deluxe manicure or pedicure, an aromatherapy facial or a more vigorous sports massage, you simply cannot come to Penang and not treat yourself to a couple of hours in the Spa. Many of the international hotels have their own spa that you can indulge in; if your chosen hotel does not, head to the beautiful Bayview Beach Resort where the spa is open to non-resident guests.