Penang Half Day City Tour: Visit Historical Buildings and Upside Down House
George Town
Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Penang on a half-day city tour. Explore historical buildings, temples, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town. Don't miss the unique experience of visiting the Penang Upside Down House.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • George Town - Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel at Georgetown on time for a 10am departure. Meet and greets our friendly driver at the hotel lobby and proceeds for your tour.
  • Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram - Firstly you will visit Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple where the 4th longest Reclining Buddha Statue is found.
  • Dharmikarama Burmese Temple - Right across the road you may also visit the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple which holds a Buddha statue standing at 8.2 meters, making it the tallest in Malaysia. The existence of these two temples is due to the early settlement of the Thai and Burmese community in the early 1800s.
  • George Town - After that, take a scenic drive through the streets of George Town - UNESCO World Heritage Site and witness the ramnant left by the British and local dwellers of the past.
  • Coffee Tree - On the way, we will stop for some free sampling of Penang’s famous White Coffee/ Tea at Coffee Tree and also at Crown Pewter for demonstration
  • Upside Down Museum - Then make a visit to Upside Down House.

Upside Down House

An interactive museum on Kimberley Street in George Town, Penang! They opened since 8 August 2015 and offer a unique experience where everything appears to be upside down. The museum mainly resembles a house but there are also cafes, if you would like to rest, and shops, maybe souvenirs, which are also upside down. an interactive museum on Kimberley Street in George Town, Penang.The museum mainly resembles a house but there are also cafes, if you would like to rest, and shops, maybe souvenirs, which are also upside down.

End of the tour return to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Asni Experiences - Tour operator
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Upside Down Museum Entrance Fee
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • English speaking Driver
What's Not Included
  • Food unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Surcharge 30% to be applied during super peak / festive season & must be paid on the day of travel
Additional Information

Discover the city of Penang, a place bustling with culture, tradition, and diversity, and steeped in history. Explore numerous historical structures and places of worship including the Wat Chayamangkalaram Temple and Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. Follow this with a picturesque journey through the lanes of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and observe the legacy left by the British and past local residents. Also, don’t forget to check out the unique Penang Upside Down House.

  • No meals are included.
  • Itinerary sequence or location may change due to traffic or closure of places of interest.
  • If exceed tour hours as stated above, additional hour will be charged
  • Optional tours are available upon request (additional charges)
Location
Georgetown Cruise Terminal
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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