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Want to see the best of George Town Penang? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real George Town, Penang!

Destination

Penang, Malaysia

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 horas

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Melayu, ไทย, 中文

Included

• Private Guide
• Local Drink or Snack
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to Attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at In front of the Pinang Peranakan Mansion - Penang to start your journey

   View on Maps

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Aspectos destacados de la ciudad

   Vea desde la mansión Pinang Peranakan, la iglesia anglicana de San Jorge, la torre del reloj conmemorativa de la reina Victoria y otros puntos de referencia y visitas obligadas de la ciudad. Tu anfitrión local te llevará a los principales lugares de la ciudad para que puedas obtener una visión perfecta de lo que hace que Penang sea tan único.

4. Gemas ocultas

   En el camino, su anfitrión local le mostrará tesoros escondidos a plena vista que sólo los lugareños conocen. Conozca la ciudad desde una perspectiva diferente, a la manera local, y descubra lugares e historias que no muchos turistas viven.

5. Narración mágica

   Detrás de cada punto de referencia y de cada parada, hay una historia y su anfitrión local está listo para contarla toda. ¡Prepárate para escuchar historias increíbles, ideas únicas y datos divertidos que solo un experto local conocería!

6. Trato especial

   Siga a su anfitrión a uno de sus restaurantes favoritos para tomar un refrigerio o una bebida adorada por los lugareños. Tómate un descanso y ponte al día con tu nuevo amigo local y obtén las respuestas a todas tus preguntas sobre viajes.

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

ORIOL🇪🇸 Spain

(About local Joo Bee)

4 septiembre 2025

Joo was an amazing guide we really enjoyed the experience. Thanks for all Oriol & karolGreat guide

Steph🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Joo Bee)

31 agosto 2025

We had a great tour with Joo (she has a great sense of humour), very knowledgeable and provided lots of recommendations for things to do and places to eat. Happy to customise tour based on our interests as well. Would definitely recommend if you're visiting Penang!Great tour!

Olivier

(About local Joo Bee)

17 agosto 2025

We had a great experience with this Georgetown walking visit in family with Joo. She is so knowledgeable about the history, architecture, gastronomy and actual development and challenges for this beautiful town. All this in a simple and funny way. Thanks a lot, Joo.Great walking visit

Emanuele

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

15 agosto 2025

Remy is an excellent person and an excellent guide. He knows very well his town and transmit his knowledge and passion. We also had a fantastic lunch with him . Never eat such a good samosa before!! 11 italians In Georgetown with a local

Patricia

(About local Joo Bee)

13 agosto 2025

We recommend to visit the city with Joo, amazing explanaitions!Great visit

Sandra🇪🇸 Spain

(About local Joo Bee)

10 agosto 2025

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What can I say about Joo? Friendly, fun, but above all, generous for wanting to share all her knowledge about Georgetown. Her family has left her a rich legacy of anecdotes and past customs that she knows how to convey so we can understand the culture. She showed us little hidden gems of the city that only a local would know. Time flew by! We would have loved to spend more time to keep learning about anecdotes and traditions. Thank you for your generosity, Joo! Joo’s generous journey through Georgetown

monique

(About local Joo Bee)

6 agosto 2025

Joo Bee heeft ons Georgetown Penang laten zien, erg aardige vrouw. We hebben veel van haar opgestoken en veel gezien.Joo Bee zeker vragen in Penang!

Josephine

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

4 agosto 2025

We had such a fantastic time on the tour yesterday! Our guide was incredibly enthusiastic and full of passion, it really made the whole experience come alive. He knew so much about the history, culture, and hidden gems of George Town. We got to see the most beautiful spots, many of which we would’ve missed on our own. It felt like exploring the city with a knowledgeable friend. Highly recommended!Great!

Fouad🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Joo Bee)

1 agosto 2025

It was really a tour that was adjusted to our need and family. Thank you for your patience and wonderful tour through George TownA wonderful tour

Ellis

(About local Joo Bee)

31 julio 2025

We got a lot of information and visited really nice places.Loved it!

Maarten🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Joo Bee)

26 julio 2025

Joo Ber was an excellent guide in every aspect—cultural, culinary, and lifestyle. A fun 3-hour walk through beautiful Georgetown. Highly recommended. Maarten and Vicky from Hasselt, BelgiumAmazing Georgetown

Danielle🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

12 julio 2025

Well, to put it as succinctly as possible; Remy knows his stuff!! History, Art, Food, Politics, Culture…did we miss anything? My family have not stopped talking about the Georgetown that’s off the tourist map but beloved by locals. Every street, every piece of architecture, street art and artist, Remy was able to give us the story of it all, history books as well as the lived experience of the people of Penang! Oh…and he included a stop to an iconic Two Michelin Star chef and the best samosas you will ever eat in your life. Our tour was adults and teens and Remy catered to all. We HIGHLY recommend Remy and will definitely seek him out again during our next visit!!Art, History, Hidden Gems and Samosas!!

Sophie

(About local Joo Bee)

2 julio 2025

Joo Bee is a fantastic tour guide. She is enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. We not only saw the historic highlights but learnt about the culture, hidden food gems and the art. Joo knew all the answers to our questions and led a personalised tour checking with us throughout what we would like to see next. We would highly recommend Joo Bee’s tour and we have since gone to many of her food recommendations which have all been amazing. Thanks for making our stay in Georgetown one to remember! Great value for money too!Best walking tour we’ve done!

Ann🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

1 julio 2025

Thx again for the discovery of Penang. Without u we would have classified it as : boring but good food. Now we see it as : interesting heritage village with great food vibes!Good vibes

Esther🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Joo Bee)

14 junio 2025

We booked Joo Bee for the Highlights & Hidden Gems of Penang. Joo Bee brought the streets of George Town World Heritage Site to life with her stories of the city. Joo Bee took us to Moh Teng Pheow Nyonya Koay, a Nyonya kuih (cake) establishment founded in 1933. The kuih and kaya taste authentically nonya and fresh because they are made daily. The taste brought back memories of childhood when kaya was home made by grandma and mum. We now understand where the names of streets came from e.g. Love Lane, Cannon Street, Harmony Street, etc. Joo Bee helped us picture the lives of the people who lived in George Town during the 18th century as we walk down these streets. This is the best and most efficient way to appreciate Penang. Experience the history of George Town

Rachael🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Joo Bee)

5 junio 2025

This guided tour was so worth it. There were places in Georgetown that I would never have found or known about if I tried to do it myself. A mixture of history, culture, art and the best places to eat. Joo Bee was very informative and friendly. The value of a private tour is adapting it to fit your interests and pace. I thoroughly recommend Joo Bee as a guide. Wonderful and informative

Katherine🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

6 mayo 2025

Very informative, interesting morning historical walking tour with Mohd. Really helped us appreciate more of the history of Penang. Thank you!Highlu informative & enjoyable

Nicoletta🇮🇹 Italy

(About local Joo Bee)

22 abril 2025

With Joo Bee time passes so fast! She made us feeling at home and walk us through every corner worth to be seen of Georgetown. Highly recommended ❤️Super!!!

Randhula

(About local Joo Bee)

12 abril 2025

We had a great experience exploring Georgetown, Penang with Joo Bee. She shared a solid mix of history, local myths, cultural practices, and insights into daily life in a way that kept us interested throughout. We especially appreciated how she introduced us to Penang’s heritage and Nonya food culture, not just what to eat, but why it matters. Her knowledge of the street art and its context added a lot of depth to what we were seeing. Overall, the tour was informative, well-paced, and gave us a more meaningful understanding of the cityA colourful experience!

Andrew

(About local Joo Bee)

11 abril 2025

Knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating, and basically just a lovely woman, Joo Bee, was a terrific guide over the few days we spent in George Town. No hesitation in recommending her to others who are considering booking 😎 Book a tour with Joo Bee!

Gideon🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Joo Bee)

8 abril 2025

Spending the morning with Joo Bee felt less like a guided tour and more like catching up with a dear friend who happens to know all the best secrets of Penang! She has this wonderful way of tuning in — and understanding your interests and needs on the day — and as a result, she led me to fascinating, tucked-away corners of the city I’d never have stumbled upon alone. Even better, she introduced me to the most delicious and interesting local food and drinks, all thoughtfully chosen to match my tastes and dietary needs — it honestly felt like every stop was picked just for me. Beyond the places and plates, it was her curious, spirited nature and rich local insights that made the day special. It wasn’t just a tour; it was a genuine experience of connection as well as a travel adventure, and one I’ll remember for a long time. I’d wholeheartedly recommend Joo Bee to anyone wanting to experience Penang through a more personal, insider’s lens.Discovering Penang's Secrets With Joo Bee

Jennifer

(About local Joo Bee)

18 marzo 2025

This was a really great way to get a feel for Georgetown and walk round lots of the main attractions. Joo Bee was a really great guide, she was willing to cater our tour to what we wanted, but also helped to choose the interesting spots to show us (as we had just arrived and needed her guidance!). We would really recommend this tour, you will get lots of information and useful tips to help further enjoy your time in Penang. Brilliant introduction to Georgetown

volkmar.kirchner🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Joo Bee)

9 marzo 2025

We wanted to make certain adjustments to the planned tour to reflect our wishes and Joo Bee incorporated them perfectly. It was a pleasure to work with hear through George Town and learn from her vast knowledge. None of my strange questions were too much for her :)Perfect fit

Esther

(About local Joo Bee)

26 febrero 2025

Joo Bee was a great tour guide. She was understanding and flexible with our group’s needs, and adapted to our detours along the way. She had great hidden photo spots and food recommendations which our group loved! Would not have know about these places without her. Thanks Joo Bee, for being our tour guide :) Great tour guide

Marcus

(About local Joo Bee)

10 febrero 2025

Joo Bee was able to tailor the tour to take account of our interests. A lot of the route and stops were to places that we wouldn’t have found by ourselves. The snack / lunch venue was particularly memorable. Overall we had a great time 😊Great introduction to historic Georgetown

Ian

(About local Joo Bee)

4 febrero 2025

Joo Bee was great. Friendly, knowledgeable, flexible. We saw the street art, learnt loads about the history and culture, had tips on food, and what else to do during our stay. We saw places we would never have found, and had a cooling drink along the way. Excellent- highly recommended. Many thanks, Joo Bee!Wonderful tour

Pete 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Joo Bee)

3 febrero 2025

Great tour with Joo Bee. Met on time. Explained the tour. Was flexible when she understood we weren't just interested in temples. Saw some great street art and some interesting places. Also had excellent snack/lunch at local restaurant (I went back the next day!). Thank you Joo Bee.Very enjoyable walking tour

Takashi🇯🇵 Japan

(About local Joo Bee)

16 enero 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed a guided walk tour by Joo Bee. She listened to our wish very well and was flexible about the meeting time and place. We wanted to have a good orientation about the old town Georgetown without putting too much in a walking plan. We had stops for local snacks and cold drinks. She was very knowledgeable and caring. Relaxed and enjoyable walk

Kirsti🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Joo Bee)

15 enero 2025

Overall we enjoyed our tour and Joo Bee was friendly. However, it ended 30mins early as the first usual planned stop was closed (as we started early) and the rest of the tour wasn't adjusted to accommodate this. We also were hoping there would be more street art and local handicrafts shown to is us as asked.

Fiona🇳🇿 New Zealand

(About local Joo Bee)

3 enero 2025

Joo Bee was the perfect tour guide. She was very knowledgeable of the area. We saw gorgeous historic buildings, walked through many vibrant streets and had the best food experience. Highly recommend a tour with JB!Amazing guided experience!

Samy🇪🇸 Spain

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

21 agosto 2024

Combinamos varios tours en uno, y gracias a Remy pedimos conocer toda la ciudad en un solo día. Al mismo tiempo, durante el tour pudimos probar los principales platos de su gastronomia. Remy fue muy amable e incluyo en el tour un plato que tenía muchas ganas de probar. Durante todo el tour nos fue comprando bebidas, agua y fruta para que estuviesemos bien hidratados en todo momento. Ha sido una gran experiencia y Remy es un nuevo amigo en Penang.Gran conocimiento de Penang y muy amable

Denice 🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

12 agosto 2024

We booked the Hidden Gems Tour with Remy because we wanted to get an overview of the historical sights of George Town. We were not disappointed. Remy explained the city's historical buildings to us in a very friendly and open manner. He has a lot of knowledge and a great passion for talking about his country and its history. Remy is easy to listen to. He also always has a joke at the ready. The time flew by and I felt like finding out more about the country's history. Thank you for the great tour. Relaxed inspiring tour through George Town

Natascha🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

1 agosto 2024

Remy is very knowledgeable and passionate about everything in Penang. He knows all the stories and has insider information about every building, person and even the plants in Penang. He is well connected and helped us arrange experiences for the next day. After our tour we went to his wife’s and his restaurant. The food is amazing and freshly cooked. We even tried durian and met local artists. We highly recommend a tour with Remy. Passionate and knowlagable Remy

Rekha 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

28 julio 2024

Remy, our Penang tour guide, provided interesting insights into the city's colonial history. His local perspective, relaxed approach, and offer to assist during our stay were appreciated. Recommended for a unique and informative experience in Penang! Insightful Penang tour

Isabelle🇺🇸 United States

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

22 julio 2024

This was a very different tour than we expected in many ways. We met Remy, who is friendly and outgoing, at the Penang Peranakan Mansion (which is gorgeous and well worth a visit). Walking around several different areas and stoping to listen about different buildings, history and culture- something we expected. However, he also spoke about several different topics stating that he would be telling us “The real history of Malaysia, which is not taught in the history classes”. History is always told in a biased way and we were very open to the idea that he could tell us some of the less known aspects. There always some facts though that are objective or at least well known to be true and that is where Remy lost our confidence. Several times he told us inaccurate information. He said Malaysia was 60% ethnic Chinese, 10% ethnic Indian and roughly 30% ethnic Malay. A quick google search will tell you Malaysia has a roughy 22% ethnic Chinese population, 6.7% ethnic Indian and roughly 57% ethnic Malay population (source: Demographic Statistics Malaysia, First Quarter 2023, Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). He also claimed that ethnic Chinese had majority power/influence in the federal government- a deeper google search proved this false (they had 24 out of 222 seats in 2018). Easy to research stats that were false cast everything else he said in doubt. Further more, he said that “the British sent first the Portuguese and then the Dutch to penetrate Malaysia for them because they had the power, so they didn’t have to do it themselves.”. The British never told the Dutch or the Portuguese to colonize Malaysia for them. He also said Japan only “Penetrated Malaysia to chase the British out—who were already on their way out because they were afraid since some of their generals were killed—and did so as a kindness to support a fellow asian country.” Lastly, something else that stood out to us (especially as German-Americans) was when we understood him to explain that Hitler is admired by many asians for his ability to gain power and that the Second World War partially broke out because England was ‘jealous’ of him. Stating that Hitler did not kill that many jewish people in Germany (“Mostly only in Poland”). How any of this came up in his explanation of Malay history was unclear as we did not ask any questions relating to this at all. While we did not learn a lot about what we expected to, we did gain an insight into his point of view, as he was very firm in explaining throughout the tour to us that the Chinese are “buying all the property, have more political influence than any other group, generally only support others within their community and that Malay culture is being erased”. It was a very interesting take and we appreciated hearing from a local, who was friendly and did show us others parts of the city we had not previously had the chance to visit. Just be cautious and take his facts with a grain of salt. Fact Check

Maria🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

16 junio 2024

We ( 2 people) booked the Tour „Highlights & Hidden Gems of Penang: George Town“. Our Local Guide was Remyzan (Remy). As he was born and lived all his life in Georgetwon, he knows a lot about his native city. We met punctually at the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, where we started a very nice walking along the historical buildings, temples, fort and monuments of the UNESCO city. Remmy adapted very well to our pace and also to the weather ! At some time started raining a lot, and there was a very strong shower for some time, that we could not walk any more… But Remy looked for a good, local Coffee Shop where we could order something to drink and kept on talking quitely about Georgetown… After the heavy rain it was very hot, very sunny and very humid,… and here again Remy took care of us, looking for some shadow and cooler spots for us. I was also looking for a Letter-Box to put some postcards I had already written,… so Remmy just adapted the route a bit , so that we could walk past the post office It has been a very nice, informative Tour.. Thank you Remy! GREAT ! .. Georgetown Tour with Remy!

Duncan🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

5 mayo 2024

A passionate Malay man who loves the history of George Town. The walk is adapted to your pace, and a lovely samosa keeps your energy levels up. Remy gives an excellent overview of various elements in the town. A very friendly, and helpful man.Reminiscing with Remy

Giulia

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

3 mayo 2024

I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a walking tour through George Town, Penang, guided by Remy. It was an enriching experience that seamlessly intertwined the city's rich cultural heritage, storied history, and vibrant street art scene. Our journey began amidst the charming colonial-era architecture that lines the streets of George Town. Our guide expertly narrated the city's history, from its humble beginnings as a British trading post to its evolution into a melting pot of cultures. I was captivated by tales of its diverse influences, from Malay to Chinese, Indian, and European, each leaving an indelible mark on the cityscape. As we meandered through the labyrinthine alleyways, I was struck by the kaleidoscope of street art adorning the walls. Each mural seemed to tell a story, reflecting the city's eclectic character and serving as a canvas for social commentary and cultural expression. From whimsical caricatures to poignant portraits, every artwork added depth to our exploration, offering insights into local legends, traditions, and contemporary issues. Our guide's passion for George Town was infectious, and their intimate knowledge of hidden gems and lesser-known anecdotes added a layer of intrigue to our journey. We visited temples alive with incense and devotion, sampled delectable street food at bustling markets, and stumbled upon quaint shops brimming with artisanal crafts. In conclusion, my walking tour of George Town was a cultural odyssey that left an indelible impression on me. From its fascinating history to its vibrant street art and warm hospitality, the city embodies the essence of Malaysia's cultural tapestry. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone seeking to delve deeper into the heart and soul of George Town.Perfect for the history and the culture

Susan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

28 abril 2024

Remy really cares about his city, his people and his country. During our tour of George Town, he added a personal touch by sharing that passion with us. We toured on a very sunny, hot day. Remy was careful to locate shady spots from which we could listen to his commentary & view the sights. We appreciated this very much. Informative, Passionate Guide

Gisela

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

23 abril 2024

Hele leuke tour! Het was een hete dag en dan kan ik het me voorstellen dat het een flinke uitdaging is om een gezin met 2 kleine kids rond te leiden, maar Remy heeft het super gedaan. Mooi om te horen hoe gepassioneerd hij kan vertellen over de geschiedenis en architectuur, met hier en daar een leuk verhaal over ervaringen of tradities. En onze dochter genoot heerlijk van haar ijsjes. Very nice tour. It was a hot day, so I can imagine it to be challenging to guide a family with two little kids. But Remy did a great job. It’s nice to hear how passionate he could tell about history and architecture, and also here and there some great stories about his experiences and familytraditions. And our daughter liked the ice cream very much! Great tour!!

Marian🇮🇩 Indonesia

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

31 marzo 2024

Touring with Remy around Penang is a beautiful memory that I will always bring with me. He not only took me to stunning corners of the city but also took his time to explain everything I wanted to know about the culture and day-to-day life there! He is a man with a big heart and lots of knowledge about life. I am very thankful I booked him! Thank you Remy! Memorable tour with incredible insights

h9tbrbrrg2

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

26 marzo 2024

Had an amazing tour with Remy! Gave us a great insight of the history of Georgetown and Penang island. Learnt about the local culture, local cuisine and answered all of our questions. Ended up at Remys restaurant and his wife cooked us all a delicious meal, and listened to some live music played by Remy himself! 10/10 and would recommend highly, thank you! XTour with Remy

Peter🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

9 marzo 2024

Did not go. Cancelled with Mohd the day befoteI cancelled the day before

Henry🇺🇸 United States

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

9 marzo 2024

We always find city tour and or food tour to add value to our trips. Remy was very good with his choices in both areas and really provided an added value to our trip. Remy is a local friend we wish we had at every place we went. What’s that? becomes try it, it’s good. Carpe diem make the most of your trip. Added joy.

Lilah

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

2 marzo 2024

Rémy was an excellent tour guide He had very good knowledge of the town and made the tour interesting He was concerned about our safety and health in the hot sunWalking tour of Penang

Julio

(About local Joo Bee)

7 septiembre 2025

Jo, we are inloved with Penang!! And we had a great, great time with you!!! Todays itinerary exceeds our expectations!!! We wish you all the best and we are in touch!! Kisses and a big thank again for you from us!! 🥰🥰😘😘Exceed expectations

s7dyc64kkr🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Yasin)

6 septiembre 2025

We’d been eating street food in Malaysia for 2 weeks by the time we did this, but Yasin still managed to show us a whole new range of foods and places we would never have found. Plus he is a friendly and open guy and we had some good conversations about Malaysia and life in general. Great fun and well worth the money Great experience with a friendly local

Joseph

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

6 septiembre 2025

Remy was a fun and knowledgeable host. We enjoyed our time together and he left us with full bellies and great tips for nightlife afterwards. Withlocal legend

Inez🇫🇷 France

(About local Mohd Remyzan)

4 septiembre 2025

I bought the tour as a gift and was very impressed by how communicative and proactive Mohd was. Great

Judith🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Yasin)

27 agosto 2025

we really enjoyed it and left with full bellies of great food and nice memories and stories :) Yasin was flexible, knowledgeable, easy going, super nice to talk to - felt like a local friend showing you around and sharing some stories of their country / food / city! Definitely showed us special food spots we wouldn’t have found ourselves! Great afternoon with Yasin!