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43 Dishes
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540+ Attractions
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Asam Laksa
Culinary Excellence

Must-Try Penang Dishes

Authentic flavors that define the soul of Penang's legendary food heritage

Asam Laksa
Must Try

Asam Laksa

A tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup that is a signature dish of Penang.

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Cendol
Popular

Cendol

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Rojak
Favorite

Rojak

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Char Koay Teow
Must Try

Char Koay Teow

A beloved stir-fried noodle dish with a smoky aroma, often cooked over a charcoa...

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Ban Chang Kuih
Must Try

Ban Chang Kuih

A crispy and chewy pancake with a sweet filling.

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Nasi Biryani
Must Try

Nasi Biryani

A fragrant and flavorful rice dish cooked with a variety of spices and meat.

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Chai Kuih
Featured

Chai Kuih

Steamed vegetable dumplings with a thin, translucent skin.

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Featured Places To Eat

From hawker centers to fine dining, discover Penang's diverse culinary landscape

LS Wantan Mee
Noodle shop

LS Wantan Mee

This noodle shop specializes in Wantan Mee.

Nasi Kandar Maima Maju Sdn Bhd
Indian Muslim restaurant

Nasi Kandar Maima Maju Sdn Bhd

This Indian Muslim restaurant is a popular local spot for Nasi Kandar, where customers choose from a...

DSeafood
Restaurant

DSeafood

DSeafood on Jalan Macalister is a restaurant that focuses on serving fresh seafood dishes. It offers...

Sin Wah Char Koay Teow
Hawker Stall

Sin Wah Char Koay Teow

This hawker stall is a popular choice for Char Koay Teow at the Pulau Tikus Wet Market.

Lor Mee
Hawker stall

Lor Mee

This hawker stall is a popular spot for Lor Mee.

Nasi Kandar Deen Tanjung
Indian Muslim Restaurant

Nasi Kandar Deen Tanjung

This Indian Muslim Restaurant is a popular spot for Nasi Kandar.

Aziz Mee Pak Ngah Mee Udang Sungai Dua
Restaurant

Aziz Mee Pak Ngah Mee Udang Sungai Dua

This restaurant is famous for its Mee Udang, a noodle soup dish with a rich prawn-based broth.

Rainforest Bakery
Bakery

Rainforest Bakery

This bakery is known for its wide selection of freshly baked goods, including breads, pastries, and ...

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Must-Visit Attractions

Experience the cultural richness and natural beauty of Penang

Bel Retiro
Heritage building

Bel Retiro

Bel Retiro is the most exclusive and historically significant heritage building on Penang Hill. Bui...

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Nice beach view
Tourist attraction

Nice beach view

Located along the serene coastline of Gertak Sanggul, "Nice beach view" is an informal, picturesque...

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Kuala Pulau Betong
Tourist attraction

Kuala Pulau Betong

Kuala Pulau Betong is a charming and idyllic fishing village located at the river mouth ("kuala") o...

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Taman Bandar Pulau Pinang (formerly Taman Belia)
Park

Taman Bandar Pulau Pinang (formerly Taman Belia)

Taman Bandar Pulau Pinang, widely known by its former name, Taman Belia or Youth Park, is a large a...

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BECA-Sculpture
Tourist attraction

BECA-Sculpture

The "BECA-Sculpture" is a steel-rod artwork from the "Marking George Town" series, celebrating the ...

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What's Happening

Penang Events

Stay updated with the latest festivals, exhibitions, and cultural celebrations

25 Dec 2025
Christmas

Christmas

Christmas on 25 December 2025.

01 Feb 2026
Thaipusam

Thaipusam

Thaipusam on 1 February 2026.

13 Dec 2025 - 28 Dec 2025
Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition (鹤山龟岛 — 印堂雅集：国际书画篆刻展)

Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition (鹤山龟岛 — 印堂雅集：国际书画篆刻展)

Crane Crest, Turtle Isle — Yin Tang Salon: International Chinese Art Exhibition will be held from December 13 to 28, 2...

13 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2025
Klippa Orchid Show 2025

Klippa Orchid Show 2025

Klippa Orchid Show 2025 on 13 - 21 December 2025. AddressKlippa Shopping Centre (IKEA Batu Kawan)

20 Dec 2025
Penang Chingay Parade 2025 (槟州大旗鼓游行 2025)

Penang Chingay Parade 2025 (槟州大旗鼓游行 2025)

Step into the magic of the Penang Chingay Parade 2025, where culture, colour, and community converge in a dazzling celeb...

29 Aug 2026 - 04 Sep 2026
15th Malaysia Scout Jamboree 2026

15th Malaysia Scout Jamboree 2026

The 15th Malaysian Scout Jamboree is returning to the historic land of Penang, the birthplace of the first jamboree in 1...

22 Feb 2026
Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会)

Pesta Festival Tahun Baru Cina (大山脚峇冬丁宜太子殿“马登丁宜”新春庙会) on 22 February 2026.

16 Sep 2026
Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day

Malaysia Day on 16 September 2026.

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