Street Art in George Town, Penang Island: Address, Phone Number, Street Art in George Town Reviews: 4.5/5
Street Art in George Town
Street Art in George Town
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Restaurants
1,461 within 5 kms

Salsas Penang
195
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly

Two Frenchies Cafe Bistrot
362
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • French • European • Vegetarian Friendly

The Loft - Love Lane
401
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • European • Neapolitan • Campania

Kebaya Dining Room
1,513
0.2 km$$$$ • Chinese • Asian • Fusion

Pit Stop no.12
223
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options

Junk Cafe
384
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Cafe • Gastropub

Holy Guacamole - Love Lane
729
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Latin • Bar

Cheang Kee
363
0.5 km$ • Chinese • Seafood • Asian

Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion
304
0.4 km$$$$ • French • European • Fusion

Bistro Tang
243
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Asian • Fusion
Attractions
182 within 10 kms

Penang State Museum and Art Gallery
254
20 mArt Museums • History Museums

Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
193
0.2 kmReligious Sites

St. George's Anglican Church
140
0.1 kmReligious Sites

Cathedral of the Assumption
109
84 mReligious Sites

PG Gold Museum
256
0.2 kmSpeciality Museums

Penang Time Tunnel
277
0.2 kmSpeciality Museums

The Star Pitt Street
10
0.2 kmArt Galleries • Architectural Buildings

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
4,384
0.4 kmHistory Museums

The Camera Museum
635
0.3 kmSpeciality Museums

History Museum of Penang
12
0.2 kmSpeciality Museums
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mudcow
George Town, Malaysia322 contributions
Nov 2021
Some of the art is excellent and worth seeing. Some less so. However the condition of some pieces is quite poor and some like the ginger cat have almost faded out of sight.
The best way to see these is in an early morning trishaw ride. Go later in the day and you'll be dealing with heat and crowds of people who are sadly often unable to form an orderly queue.
The best way to see these is in an early morning trishaw ride. Go later in the day and you'll be dealing with heat and crowds of people who are sadly often unable to form an orderly queue.
Written 10 November 2021
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youwahlai@SEU338E
Kluang, Malaysia87 contributions
Jul 2020
One of the most visited places when visiting Penang. Really enjoy the iconic murals and historical buildings while looking for the street.
Written 21 June 2021
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ALIAANUAR@SEU338E
George Town, Malaysia21 contributions
Jul 2020
Taking photo with the murals was unforgettable memories. There, a lot of food stalls and souvenir shop. Don't forget to wear a hat or bring an umbrella because it too sunny.
Written 14 June 2021
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HusnaSoib@SEU338E
Kuala Kurau, Malaysia10 contributions
May 2020
This Penang Ice Ball at Armenian street gives a new taste to me because I never ate this food. The colors of the ice balls piqued my interest in eating the ice balls. Also, the stall really had strategic places because at the umbrella's hung. This is can interest tourist to stop by their stall
Written 30 April 2021
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Anastasia (@monk3yseendo)
Malaysia1,600 contributions
Oct 2020
Globally, there’s a very thin line between street art (or more commonly known as graffiti) and vandalism. In countries such as the United States and Budapest it tends to lean towards vandalism. However, somewhat similar to the likes of the Berlin Wall, Penang has seemed to manage to strike a balance.
Our full review is on Instagram (@monk3yseendo)
Our full review is on Instagram (@monk3yseendo)
Written 22 April 2021
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Seorang Jalanan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia37 contributions
Dec 2020
We visited most of the street arts around Armenian Street by trishaw. We enjoyed it and it is a must before it is gone.
Written 31 December 2020
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Lesley
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia169 contributions
Dec 2020 • Friends
The environment is seems changed and the wall arts are still same as it seems. It seems that we feel nothing about this place anymore. Although it is free of charge, LOL.
Written 26 December 2020
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saronic
Zurich, Switzerland22,968 contributions
Nov 2019
While in Europe so many buildings are covered with nonsensical, usually ugly graffiti it is a surprise to see all that often high quality street art in George Town. The town seems proud of it and at the Tourist Information Centre on Beach Street a very useful map is handed out by the name 'Marking George Town'.
At the center are 52 steel-rod caricatures, entertaining and informative at the same time. They are distributed all over the core zone and the buffer zone of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. As it says on the map they were done by the artists Tang Mun Kian, Baba Chuah, Reggie Lee and Lefty.
Also the location of other street art, mainly paintings, is given on the map. Most famous is the work by Lithuanian born Ernest Zacharevic, now a resident of Penang. Much photographed are his 'Children on Bicycle' and 'Boy on Motorbike'. Other known paintings are 'Indian Boatsman' by Russian artist Julia Volchkova or the 'Monkey God' in the China House by Thomas Powell from the UK.
At the center are 52 steel-rod caricatures, entertaining and informative at the same time. They are distributed all over the core zone and the buffer zone of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. As it says on the map they were done by the artists Tang Mun Kian, Baba Chuah, Reggie Lee and Lefty.
Also the location of other street art, mainly paintings, is given on the map. Most famous is the work by Lithuanian born Ernest Zacharevic, now a resident of Penang. Much photographed are his 'Children on Bicycle' and 'Boy on Motorbike'. Other known paintings are 'Indian Boatsman' by Russian artist Julia Volchkova or the 'Monkey God' in the China House by Thomas Powell from the UK.
Written 16 October 2020
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Meow
Batu Caves, Malaysia1 contribution
Sep 2020
Flip flappin beautiful. I don’t know what to say. Passed out in ferringhi woke up in Armenian. PenanG is so safe! And a little bit crazy 🤪woooo. For yall who are planning to visit. Don’t think. Just ?..... DO
Written 17 September 2020
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Lesley E
Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom172 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Loved wandering around this amazing place with colourful artwork adorning the buildings! Plenty of little side streets in which to loose yourself and little ships to purchase local crafts
Written 4 September 2020
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Tracey C
Peterborough, UK199 contributions
How much time would i need hiring a tri shaw to see the street art.? Can i pick one up from the cruise port?
ContinentsExplorer
New York City, NY812 contributions
Depends on whether you intend to have any stops. Trishaws are available at the cruise port. Price by the hour for extended sightseeing can be negotiated. Advisable to negotiate the fare first before getting on the trishaw.
donnacht
Tangerang, Indonesia18 contributions
Hi I’ll go to penang for a solo traveller. Need some advice for place to stay that have good location! (Near places to visit and lots of choice for food)Thank you guys 😆
caramia2016
Sydney, Australia27 contributions
Trying staying at Cheong Fatt Tze in Georgetown, its right near the night markets, the Clan Jetties, and the street vendors. Also look up Mark at Simply Enak ( find it via google ) and book a 4 hour food tour, he is amazing. Have fun.
harrir10
Bentleigh, Australia167 contributions
Hi, we are in Penang now and I would like to purchase some street art prints to take home.
Where can I make a purchase?
Kelly
Jorgfr
Vernouillet, France481 contributions
You can go to Armenian street, there are plenty of shops to find street art reproductions
Frequently Asked Questions about Street Art in George Town
- We recommend booking Street Art in George Town 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 17 Street Art in George Town tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Street Art in George Town:
- Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights (From RMÂ 352.48)
- Penang: Flexible Half-Day Escapes (From RMÂ 242.33)
- Penang: Flexible Full-Day Adventures (From RMÂ 440.59)
- Penang George Town All-In-One Heritage Tour By Bicycle & Trishaw (Metro Bike) (From RMÂ 257.09)
- Penang: Orang Utan Island & City Flexible 6 hours Fun (From RMÂ 572.77)
- Hotels near Street Art in George Town:
- (0.16 km) Seven Terraces
- (0.17 km) Tipsy Tiger Party Hostel
- (0.17 km) 23 Love Lane
- (0.18 km) Coffee Atelier
- (0.15 km) You Le Yuen
- Restaurants near Street Art in George Town:
- (0.17 km) Kebaya Dining Room
- (0.19 km) 20 Chulia Lane Cafe
- (0.18 km) The Daily Dose
- (0.20 km) Tofu Village Restaurant
- (0.26 km) The Loft - Love Lane
- Attractions near Street Art in George Town:
- (0.02 km) Penang State Museum and Art Gallery
- (0.11 km) Simply Enak - Food Experiences
- (0.17 km) Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
- (0.12 km) St. George's Anglican Church
- (0.08 km) Cathedral of the Assumption