Penang 2-Day Itinerary: Heritage, Hills & Hawker Flavours
George Town • Street Art • Hawker Food • Temples & Hills
Two days in Penang is all you need to fall in love with Malaysia’s food capital. Colourful streets, UNESCO-listed heritage, quirky art, and legendary hawker dishes make it a perfect weekend getaway.
Day 1 — Dive Into George Town’s Heritage & Flavours
Morning: Iconic Street Art Trail
- Armenian Street & surrounding lanes
- Ernest Zacharevic murals: “Little Children on a Bicycle,” “Reaching Up,” etc.
- Photo opportunities everywhere — Instagram-ready corners
Explore the Clan Jetties
- Chew Jetty: wooden houses over water
- Small temples & seaside views
- Street snacks along the walkway
Lunch at a Hawker Centre
- Gurney Drive, New Lane, or Siam Road
- Must-try: Char Kuey Teow, Assam Laksa, Popiah, Satay, Cendol
Vibe: Aromatic, colourful, and authentically Penang.
Afternoon: Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Step inside a beautifully restored Baba-Nyonya house filled with antiques, intricate designs, and multicultural history.
Evening: Gurney Drive Promenade
- Sunset by the sea
- Nearby malls for casual strolling
- Another round of street food — Penang style!
Day 2 — Temples, Hills & Scenic Views
Morning: Kek Lok Si Temple
- One of Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist temples
- Pagodas, prayer halls, gardens
- Towering Kuan Yin statue
Funicular Train Up Penang Hill
- Panoramic island views & cool breezes
- Heritage buildings & cafés
- Short walks & photo opportunities
Lunch in Air Itam
Try the famous Air Itam Assam Laksa, a must-visit local dish.
Afternoon: George Town Heritage Lanes
- Little India, Chinatown, Campbell Street
- Souvenirs, Indian sweets, coffee at chic cafés
End with a Sunset Dinner
- Rooftop bar in George Town or beachside Batu Ferringhi
- Relaxing evening meal with sea or city views
Where to Stay
- George Town — best for food, culture, and nightlife
- Gurney Drive — waterfront views & convenient dining
- Batu Ferringhi — beach resorts & family-friendly stays
Travel Tips
- Penang is walkable, Grab rides are cheap for longer distances
- Best time to visit: November to March
- Comfortable shoes for street art & heritage exploration
- Popular cafés & hawker stalls get busy — go early
⭐ A Perfect Weekend: Aromatic hawker stalls, hilltop temples, vibrant street murals — Penang is a 48-hour feast for the senses.
Kek Lok Si Temple
George Town Streets
Penang Hawker Food
Penang Street Art
