Armenian Street
Armenian Street
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Ivan Ong
Penang Island, Malaysia31 contributions
Oct 2022
Street art along here and other parts of GT is very interesting. Looks for crowds taking photos.Between Beach Street and Acheh Street was no cars when we went. Its also close to little India.
Written 14 January 2023
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scotts-tour
London, UK191 contributions
Dec 2022
A great place to wander around, street food, art shops and bars from which you can enjoy the world go past. Take a trip round the corner to Canon St from which you can browse round a chinese clan house museum
Written 5 January 2023
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Dottay
Singapore, Singapore4 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Took a walk around the street art, I must say I am a little disappointed that some of the pictures are fading. However I am reminded that this adds to the rustic look and when I look at it with that lens, it brings a different perspective
Written 9 December 2022
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Ricky_hongs
Medan, Indonesia419 contributions
Aug 2022
Many shop and cafe, handcraft souvenir shop, preloved shoes shop and coffee cafe too. Rickshaw available for rent
Written 30 September 2022
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Wendy O
Melbourne, Australia56 contributions
Aug 2022
The wall art is fascinating and there's plenty of it.. The trishaw drivers are always touting for business but are friendly if you decline. When I said no thank you in Bahasa they laughed and applauded me. The buildings and the temples are interesting. Very pedestrian friendly street.
Written 26 August 2022
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Daphne
13 contributions
Jun 2022
So much history in one place. So many different things to focus on all in the one place. Wear comfy shoes and enjoy.
Written 11 August 2022
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thebigkiddo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia84 contributions
Jul 2022
trishaw station located at this street, most of street art also nearby. this streets are full with souvenir shop, and dont forget to get rainbow ice kepal- refreshing!
recommend to stroll at night and rent a electric scooter rm25/hour - awesome experience!
recommend to stroll at night and rent a electric scooter rm25/hour - awesome experience!
Written 16 July 2022
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Alfred C
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia7 contributions
Mar 2022
This street are full of shop selling tourist sourvenir, drinks and food. but dont let that distract you from appreciating the history behind this street. This street is attributed to the Armenian Family that contributed to the development of george town including E&O hotel that was part of the heritage. at the end of this street there was Two famous street art ( 1 bicycle and another one a boy trying to reach for a fruit which sadly gave way to development).
Written 11 May 2022
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Explorer
Klang, Malaysia81 contributions
Jan 2022
Many shops and stalls. Good place to spend the night. lots of food stalls. The buildings are historical. Watch out for bicycles. Many people rent them and use the street to riding the bike.
Written 4 March 2022
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hellodyna
100 contributions
Dec 2021
It's almost like Jonker St. in Malacca but busier cause they allowed the vehicles to pass through so it's a bit dangerous to walk about too. Not many significant souvenirs to be found but still okay. hehe
Written 1 March 2022
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lynda l
Normandy, France65 contributions
Hi We are visiting Penang in February. Want to do a morning trip around Georgetown followed by an afternoon trip to Penang Hill. Staying in Bath Ferrengni. Do you recommend a Hop on hop off bus, a rickshaw, or a guided tour. We are in 70s so nothing too strenuous, also not hugely expensive. Am interested in the history of Georgetown particularly places like Armenian st, etc. Your advice would be appreciated.
Russell424
Penang Island, Malaysia19 contributions
In my opinion, the best way to go would be to get on a Hop on Hop off bus in Batu Ferringhi heading for town, and change busses at Gurney Drive for the city tour. You will then be able sight see Georgetown and hop off the bus at Penang Hill and go up the hill. When you are finished up the Hill, Hop on the bus again and change busses at Gurney Drive for the the Batu Ferringhi rout.
ryule2016
Fullerton, CA4 contributions
Hi,
We are a party of six coming from a cruise ship 0800--1400 with six hours of stay.... Does hiring a car make any sense? or this is an excellent walking around town with most attraction close to the pier? How easily to get a local tourist map?
Peter B
Melbourne, Australia667 contributions
Hi there are a number of attractions for you to see near the port.
walking around is quiet easy but can be exhausting.
There the clan jetties which are good to see and you can get a map there for sure which also shows where most of the street art is. There are plenty of taxis at reasonable rates Don't forget to negotiate
Yap C
Singapore4 contributions
Hi,
May I know if the Wall Murals in Armenian Street and Penang Street are within short walking distance? Reason is we have some older folks with us so am concerned if we require to get a van/car to send us to each spot along the way.
Thanks!
Righttodorightthings
Malaysia38 contributions
Penang street is walking distance from Armenian Street, from the Yap kongsi junction(near Khoo Kongxi), just turn left into Jalan Masjid Kapitan Kling(Pitt Street), walk along the road until your arrive at the traffic light junction of Chulia Street(near Teochew clan house and Kapitan Kling Mosque), walk across the road and turn right into the Little India,if you walk along Lebuh Pasar or Market Street,cross king Street, you will arrive at Penang Street. It is walking distance away, take a slow walk and enoy not only art mural but also Kapitan Kling Mosque, Teochew clanhouse, Little India and without knowing it you will arrive at Penang Street.
You may take trishaw to Little India(penang street is within little India area).
I hope it help. Welcome to Penang.
Dari queensbay mall ke Armenian Street Heritage Hotel naik bus no berapa?
rikadewina
Java, Indonesia85 contributions
Hi Fanny
You cam take bus toward Jetty ( ferry terminal). I think bus #401E if iam not mistaken, pls double check. Ask the driver where you must get off. From there you can just walk to your hotel.
ARMENIAN STREET (George Town) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Armenian Street
- We recommend booking Armenian Street tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 7 Armenian Street tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Armenian Street:
- 3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Dinner Hop in George Town Penang (From RMÂ 267.37)
- 3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Lunch Hop in George Town Penang (From RMÂ 267.37)
- Team Building Heritage Series (From RMÂ 305.49)
- Private George Town UNESCO Heritage Walking Tour (From RMÂ 194.06)
- Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si (From RMÂ 173.92)
- Hotels near Armenian Street:
- (0.01 km) Straits Collection
- (0.05 km) White Mansion Penang
- (0.05 km) Straits Heritage
- (0.06 km) 88 Armenian
- (0.16 km) House of Journey
- Restaurants near Armenian Street:
- (0.01 km) Day8 Concept Tea Bar
- (0.02 km) Jawi House Cafe Gallery
- (0.02 km) Archipelago
- (0.04 km) 92 Armenian
- (0.05 km) Mr. Nyonya
- Attractions near Armenian Street:
- (0.00 km) Choo Chay Keong Temple
- (0.00 km) Rooftop yoga
- (0.01 km) Jonathan Yun Sculptural Jewelry
- (0.02 km) Sun Yat Sen Museum
- (0.03 km) Teochew Puppet and Opera House