Beach near Penang, Malaysia

Penang Travel Guide

Malaysia

Penang is a Malaysian city with a population of about 300,000, set on the coast of Penang Island. It has a tropical climate and is one of Malaysia’s established urban destinations.

Most visitors arrive through Penang International Airport, the airport serving the city. The nearby coastline includes Batu Ferringhi, 8.1 kilometres away, and Pasir Elok, 8.2 kilometres away, both convenient options for a beach visit.

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Local time

300,000

Population

6,369 miles away

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Weather in Penang

Thu

30°

Fri

31°

Sat

30°

Know before you go

Pays in MYR

Plug type Type G

Emergency 999

Dial code +60

Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread in Malaysia as it is in some Western countries, but it's becoming more common, especially in tourist areas. Service charges are often included in restaurant and hotel bills.

Best time to visit Penang

Jan

30°22

Feb

31°19

Mar

31°23

Apr

30°29

May

30°28

Jun

30°21

Jul

31°17

Aug

30°25

Sep

30°24

Oct

29°29

Nov

29°29

Dec

30°24

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Beaches near Penang

  • Batu Ferringhi

    Batu Ferringhi

    8.1 km away

  • Pasir Elok

    8.2 km away

  • Pasir Panjang

    12.8 km away

  • Pantai Mas

    13.3 km away

  • Pantai Kerachut

    14.1 km away

  • Pasir Buaya

    14.4 km away

  • Pasir Belanda

    19.8 km away

  • Pasir Ikan Mati

    19.9 km away

Things to do in Penang

  1. Masjid Kapitan Keling

    muslim place of worship

    3.8 km

  2. Sri Mahamariamman Temple

    hindu place of worship

    3.8 km

  3. Jubilee Clock Tower

    monument

    4.3 km

  4. Sun Yat Sen Museum Penang

    museum

    3.7 km

  5. Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

    religious organization

    3.9 km

  6. Pinang Peranakan Mansion

    history museum

    4.1 km

  7. Mahindarama Buddhist Temple

    buddhist place of worship

    3 km

  8. Church of the Immaculate Conception, Penang

    roman catholic place of worship

    0.3 km

Getting there

Penang International Airport · 16.6 km

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