The majority of Penang’s popular attractions integrate with its tropical rainforests that make up the island. Visitors will find many family-friendly attractions, such as a variety of theme parks popular amongst locals and tourists alike. Many of the island’s top sites are beachside or within the nearby rainforests. George Town is a gorgeous sightseeing alternative with historical locations in the city center marked as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The Top Penang
Penang’s most famous theme park, The Top Penang, includes a range of amusements and attractions for the entire family. One of its most famous is the Rainbow Skywalk: a glass walkway that is the highest point in George Town and offers sweeping views of the Penang skyline. Other unique attractions include a dinosaur-themed park, 7D motion theater, aquarium and various amusement rides. The venue features of on-site dining choices, as well as an event center and banquet halls for private events.
Address: No. 1, Jalan Penang, George Town, 10000, Penang
Phone: +604 – 375 9800
Operating Hours:
Theme Park
– Wednesday – Monday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
– (Opened on Tuesday during Public & School Holidays)
Rainbow Skywalk
– Daily: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Admission Cost:
Triple Attraction Pass
– Children 90cm & below: free (except Dino Gym)
– Children 9yrs – 12yrs old: RM49
– 13yrs -– 59yrs old: RM67
– 60yrs old & above: RM49
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Tropical Spice Garden
One of Penang’s most well-known attractions, the Tropical Spice Garden contains more than 500 species of plants and wildlife. The park includes 8 acres of landscaped gardens and offers both audio and live tours of the premises. In addition to the park itself, the venue holds cooking classes that use indigenous spices grown within the garden. An on-site gift shop, with spices for sale, invites visitors to take home a fragrant reminder of their day. Popular with nature lovers, this verdant spice garden should not be missed.
Address: Lot 595, Mukim 2, Jalan Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang
Phone: +6012 – 423 6796
Operating Hours:
– Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
– Friday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
– (Open daily during school holidays)
Admission Cost:
– Children, Students & Senior Citizens: RM15
– Adults: RM25
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ESCAPE Penang
A thrilling day out, ESCAPE Penang features more than 40 rides and attractions, with the main focus on outdoor adventure. Rope obstacle courses, zip lines, climbing towers and more are available for visitors, including child-friendly attractions too. Located amongst the surrounding rainforest of Teluk Bahang, the park boasts the world’s longest tube waterslide per the Guinness World Records. The park is perfect for families and ensures visitors comfort with rash guards, towels, shoes and more.
Address: No. 828, Jalan Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang
Phone: +6017 – 797 7529
Operating Hours:
– Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Admission Cost:
– 0 – 3yrs old: Free
– 4 – 12yrs old: RM111
– 13 – 60yrs old: RM167
– 61yrs old & above: Free, when accompanied by paying guest
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