Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
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  • Steph P
    Calgary, Canada26 contributions
    Fascinating historic mansion
    I totally underestimated this place! It was stunning and the history was fascinating. There aren't many detailed plaques throughout, so it's worth it to take the tour to learn more. Make sure to stop by the cafe before or after for a delicious treat!
    Visited November 2022
    Travelled with friends
    Written 5 December 2022
  • Fred & Maria
    343 contributions
    Really great Tour and very beautiful historical home
    We were quite luckily when we arrived, just 5 minutes before the next English speaking tour. Our Tour Guide Francis was very passionate, informative and quite humorous. Was never a dull moment being a part of his tour and learned a lot about the Pinang Peranakan Mansion and the family it belonged to. After the tour, you had plenty of time to explore and take pictures at your own pace. I highly recommend joining a tour when you visit and hopefully you'll be lucky enough to have a tour with Francis.
    Visited December 2022
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 19 December 2022
  • WandererVika
    Jakarta, Indonesia2 contributions
    A must-visit place when in Penang
    Decided to visit this place during my last visit to Penang and regretted that I didn't do it before. Arrived just around noon, paid the admission fee and luckily the complimentary English guided tour was started not long later (there's also Chinese guided tour started around the same time). I would recommend to join the guided tour if possible to gain more insights about the mansion and customs applied by the historical occupants. This place has one of the most precious glassware collections in the world, invaluable headpiece, gold handbags and beautiful stained glass.
    Visited October 2022
    Travelled solo
    Written 29 December 2022
  • yanzie p
    Cebu City, Philippines2 contributions
    A great way to learn about Penang
    First off, the staff were really nice from the start. They were very accommodating, friendly and approachable. i joined the tour given in english and learned a lot. it gives a glimpse of life in Penang in the past and it is very interesting. The art works and decors were really intricate and detailed. I think if you're interested about history, culture and likes looking at various pieces of artworks, this is definitely a place you must visit.
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 8 January 2023
  • Olivet
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1 contribution
    Excellent Tour from Francis & Beautiful Building
    An excellent guided tour was provided by our guide Francis, who had a good comprehension of the history of the mansion, of the family which lived in it, and Peranakan culture! I first arrived at about 3:20 in the afternoon, but I saw that guided tours began at 4, so I went to the café opposite to enjoy a Nyonya Coffee (also very nice) and wait a little. I then came back for the tour, and I found the wait to be worthwhile! All conventional forms of payment were accepted and the tour did not cost extra to my recollection. The mansion tour isn’t just a few rooms, with the temple also being included along with the upstairs of the mansion, with plenty of beautiful pottery and furniture. I’d say as far as *must visit* in Penang goes, the Peranakan Mansion definitely ranks high in the list.
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 11 January 2023
  • Lani C
    Singapore, Singapore66 contributions
    Feeling like The Little Nonya
    It was beautifully restored mansion with lots of antiques . The rooms were set up as if people were living there with the Tok Panjang dining table laden with fine tableware . The Jewelry section was very impressive . We had an entertaining guide. Unfortunately the day we went there was filing going on so we couldn’t explore the upstairs section . It’s a must see .
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 10 March 2023
  • Travelbug1155
    San Francisco, California534 contributions
    Exquisite interior from the past
    The Green mansion is an amazingly opulent example of what a successful business person could accomplish in the late 1800s. From the outside the building looks rather unassuming but once you enter, the interior is rich with exquisite detailing from the tile floor to the carpet, beams and decorations. Each room has one of a kind furniture pieces, glass and wood sculpture, porcelain , along with artifacts from the period, And tells a rich story of what life might’ve been like for the privileged few. The experience far exceeds what you will see in the much more talked about Blue mansion. Do not miss this architectural wonder.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 22 March 2023
  • Shawn G
    5 contributions
    Rich in history and culture of the Pernankans
    If you want to know about the culture and history behind Penang and the Straits Chinese, this is the place. Go for the guided tour, it is rich in explanation and fascinating background of the mansion and practices of the Straits Chinese - people who migrated in 100+ years ago and assimilated within the indigenous population and developed a sub-culture and heritage across a mix of races. The mansion is well restored by the current owner who obviously has paid a lot of attention to details and history. Likely the best attraction on Penang Island.
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 14 April 2023
  • Kevin Power
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia19 contributions
    The Kapitan's Household
    An impressive living history based on a private home, and a Peranakan cultural icon. This is my second visit and the team who carried out the restoration have to be congratulated. It really feels alive and I almost expect the Kapitan to majestically appear with his extended family. Always amazes me that the public can sit in the chairs and touch these artifacts.
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 23 April 2023
  • Claire G
    9 contributions
    Amazing Green Mansion
    Very interesting and strikingly beautiful place which shines a nice light on Peranakan culture. Its full of lovely and interesting artefacts, from beautiful Peranakan ceramics, to beds, to clothes and textiles. The attached Jewellery museum is also impressive, and included in the ticket. The gift shop there has some lovely Baba Nyonya ceramics, and the staff there were friendly and helpful. A trip to Penang has to include a visit to this place.
    Visited June 2023
    Written 4 July 2023
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EHinOz
Woy Woy, Australia856 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
An outstanding example of a Peranakan Mansion, the property is full of high quality furnishings, ceramics, glass and jewellery. It's also a stunningly designed building with many fascinating features. Don't miss it!
Written 18 November 2023
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AngusPhua
Singapore, Singapore105 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
This was a really nice museum with very intricate design and items/furniture. It is mind-boggling to look at the opulence and how rich Peranakans used to live in the past. Must have taken lots of money and servants to maintain the entire place. I do think that some parts of the museum are over-curated - would be good to see some old preserved parts of the house instead. I am slightly taken aback by all the signs that say (in the tune of) "once broken considered sold". This makes it feel more like a shop than a museum. However, I think the overall experience was still pretty good.
Written 2 November 2023
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Terrylia
Jakarta, Indonesia121 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
This was certainly an experience to see so many knick-knacks in a house. I felt like I was in a game where you search random objects in a room full of random objects lmao. As much as a 'museum' goes, I think you won't get the full experience if you explore the mansion alone. They have a guided tour, but I think it was only for group visitors. Somehow, I got a feeling the stuff there was for sale, because there was an antique shop at the back. Despite all that, I think they have such pretty tiles.
Tickets were 25 ringgit per person.
Written 2 November 2023
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Carol Tan
Singapore, Singapore13 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
We were recommended to visit this mansion over the other famous one named after a color and were not disappointed. What a treat it was to see how the rich Peranakans loved in the past. There were lots of ornate furniture and treasures. I was wondering how come despite the size of the house, there were only 2 bedrooms. Perhaps the bedrooms were for show only. Be prepared to climb the stairs to the upper floor as there are no lifts.
Written 21 October 2023
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BramleyLoiner21
Leeds, UK478 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
A nice museum in the middle of George Town
Lots of rooms to explore packed with fascinating items.
we enjoyed looking around
Written 9 October 2023
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Easy tech T
2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Unreasonable tickets charges, was bringing my family to visit this nyonya house with our own nyonya clothes we paid for the entrance fees RM25 which is stated on their website. BUT THEY WILL ADDITIONAL CHARGE A RM100 entrance fees PER PAX IF YOU WORE YOUR OWN NYONYA CLOTHES + THE RM25 ENTRANCE total per pax RM125 JUST FOR THE ENTRANCE ! And they didnt stated clearly on their web there's hidden charge ! We travel from far way .. terrible experience.
Written 1 October 2023
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Nonie
Cambridge, UK5 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Good insight into the lives of a wealthy Peranakan family and Also providing good understanding of the history of Penang.
Do go on the free English tour to make the most of the visit.
Written 30 September 2023
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Simen V
2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Very nice and interesting. We did the English tour done by Francis and it was great. It was amazing to learn more about the different cultures and the history.
Written 9 August 2023
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Safari03721495887
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Friends
Very much worth a visit! It’s well kept, has A LOT of antiques, and there’s more to it than meets the eye (literally!) because there are other parts of the mansion that you might miss unless you join the guided tour. Our guide was Francis, who was very friendly, knowledgeable and took the time to answer all our questions. Shout out to Francis for telling the history of Peranakans & their culture very well, we could almost imagine what life would have been like in those times. 1000/10 would recommend! Price is worth the experience for sure.
Written 5 August 2023
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Angus Stewart
Auckland, New Zealand175 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We loved our visit here . Stepping back into another time in Penangs history was amazing and so glad we went here instead of the blue mansion as planned. That’s mainly a hotel now so this way so much better . We loved it
Written 29 July 2023
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