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- Lucinda JWellington, New Zealand1,137 contributionsAbsolutely adored this street, mostly traffic free and lovely to admire the beauty and the atmosphere of Georgetown, very partWritten 2 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- andrewLondon, UK13 contributionsCharming old style area. Really enjoyed leisurely walking around. Let down though by sheer volume of polluting vehicles just blowing exhaust fumes around on the narrow roads, which is awful when there aren’t my pathways. Need it to be pedestrianised only or some congestion charge for vehicles to enter that aren’t electric.Written 20 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- S KSingapore, Singapore470 contributionsWe arrived just before 3.30 pm and was advised the guided tour is sold out. Not wanting to wait till 4.30 pm for the audio tour, we took the option of a high tea for 2 there. The high tea was good and allowed us the option of exploring the beautiful interiors of the Blue Mansion at our own pace. The hotel section was out of bounds. Relative to the Peranakan Mansion which is a lot bigger and visually more captivating, the same entrance fee ( with guided tour) at 25 myr per pax appeared high here. The high tea is reasonable at 88 myr for 2 pax ( Mon-Thurs) .Written 2 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 253SASingapore, Singapore3,502 contributionsThe Clan Jetties of Georgetown is a residential neighbourhood that is found within the city's business and historical district. There are seven wooden villages spread out along the the coastal road of Weld Quay, each owned by residents of a specific Chinese clan – Ong, Lim, Chew, Tan, Lee, Mixed Clan and Yeo. Amongst them, only the Chew Jetty is commercialised. Inside, you will find shops selling all manner of merchanise, food, drinks, trinkets, souvenirs and the works. Mixed in are the residential houses as well, so, as visitors, we need to remind ourselves to respect their privacy. The view of the sea when you reach the end will be quite a treat.Written 31 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Abovetheclouds2,488 contributionsI loved this. I had been to Myanmar some years ago and I felt like I was back in Yangon. Huge grounds and different parts to see. I spent around 45 minutes walking around. Very peaceful and relaxing. Active temple so be respectful and remove footwear when entering. I suggest also going to the Golden Pagoda Bell Tower at the back and climbing to the top. There is a lift too. You can get a lovely overview of the temple and Wat Chayamangkalaram opposite. There is information so I learnt a lot too. I really enjoyed this. The murals and the various statues of Buddha were quite something. I wasn't expecting something like this. Suggest combining this and Wat Chayamangkalaram opposite. Take a Grab if you are staying near George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site, super cheap and less than a 10 minute drive.Written 28 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Abovetheclouds2,488 contributionsYou cannot come to George Town and not see the famous Penang Street Art which are scattered through George Town. Some are obvious to find, others are more hidden. Simple but so beautiful with the heritage buildings. I suggest doing a trishaw ride as the driver will take you to the main ones and then you can walk between the rest.Written 28 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Abovetheclouds2,488 contributionsHighly recommend. I felt like I was back in Thailand. Noted for the large gold plated Reclining Buddha. It was huge. August, 2024 and opening times are 08:00 to 16:00. There are various sections that you can visit. Just remove footwear before going in. Very relaxing and peaceful. The Dhammikarama Burmese temple is located opposite so do both together. I did the Burmese temple first as this was a lot bigger and needed more time. You can take a Grab. Cheap and less than a 10 minute drive from the George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site.Written 28 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Karim KBrussels, Belgium413 contributionsIf it's past 22.00 and you still want to eat or drink out, Chulia street is where to go in George Town, lively even at 23h and yet safe.Written 29 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MrMrsHappyRLiverpool, UK1,491 contributionsBeautiful Mosque building near Little India. We didn't go in, but lots of beautiful structures from the outside. Traffic is heavy around this areaWritten 29 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LeonhknyHong Kong, China23,232 contributionsAmong all the streets in George Town, Cannon Street is perhaps the most distinctively Chinese. Adorned with rows of red lanterns, the street is full of local Chinese family temples, or kongsi. A stroll along is like a step into colonial history.Written 19 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 253SASingapore, Singapore3,502 contributionsOur hotel (St Giles Wembley Penang) had a 15% discount for tickets at The Top, which, if you compare with the prices offered by online tour sites, is a bargain.
We bought the basic package, which consists entry to the Rainbow Skywalk, the Observatory Deck and the Skybridge. The published price is RM78 per person, but with the discount, we only paid RM66.30. As for the other attractions, I suggest you do your prior research before committing. Reviews of the Jurassic Dinosaur Park and the Aquarium tended to lean towards target audience of very young children, and ours were way past that age.
After getting your tickets, the first stop will be a room on the 65th floor where you will be treated to a short video highlighting the history of the Komtar building. Once that is over, the screen will pull back to reveal a glorious view of all of Georgetown. Then, the side door will open, and you will find yourself in the Observatory Deck. Two of the highlights of this floor are the glass floor where you can have a vertigo-inducing view of Jalan Magazine below you, and, the heart-pounding Skybridge, where you will wear a harness and lead by an instructor to walk on a designated walkway outside of the building. Yes, outside the building, I kid you not.
When you have settled your nerves after completing that thrill walk, proceed to take the lift up to the very top of Komtar on the 68th floor. The third and final item of your ticket will be the short but no less invigorating Rainbow Skywalk, a curved walkway made entirely of glass. When you are done with that, you can finally settle down and soak in the almost 360 degrees panoramic view of all of Georgetown. If there is one corner which I suggest to pay attention, it will be view of the clan jetties. Seeing all those heritage houses below you, and the platforms of the Tan and Lee jetties will be a rewarding visual experience.Written 30 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JoonBondSingapore, Singapore635 contributionsVery popular among locals and visitors. Located not to far from Little India, this old temple has a strong charm and history how its developed.Written 17 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Richard VSingapore, Singapore21 contributionsNot very crowded but fairly costly. View from the top was great. There is a portion where you will be allowed to stand on glass at the top and get your picture taken. recommended if you are in the area.Written 29 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jeff1955malaysiaKuala Lumpur, Malaysia5,857 contributionsThe Komtar used to be the tallest building but nomore. Built around 1974. The lower is a shopping centre. The mid section is the government admistrative centre.Written 30 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DamienListowel, Ireland4,318 contributionsClose to centre
Interesting if you like cemeteries
Everyone has a story to tell
Some nice tombs
A lot of monkeys there so mind your bag or they will nab itWritten 23 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.