Food destinations within easy reach of Penang, worth the early start.
Food destinations within easy reach of Penang, worth the train, the rental car or the early start.
Famous for Durian orchards, Balik Pulau laksa and Malay kuih
Balik Pulau is Penang's orchard side: Musang King durian farms in season from June to August, nutmeg plantations and a laksa the town guards fiercely.
Drive or Rapid Penang bus 401/502 from George Town over the central hills
Famous for Fishing-village seafood and the spice garden
Teluk Bahang ends Penang's north coast road with fishing-village seafood, the relocated End of the World restaurant and the Tropical Spice Garden.
Rapid Penang bus 101 or 102 along the north coast
Famous for Mainland hawker food without the queues
Butterworth, a short ferry hop from George Town, feeds Penang's mainland: Bee See Heong's wok dishes since 1966 and the Raja Uda hawker strips.
Passenger ferry from Swettenham Pier or the Penang Bridge by car
Famous for Teochew and Hakka kopitiam food, wholesale fish market
Bukit Mertajam grew from a Teochew and Hakka farming town into Seberang Perai's food hub, its kopitiams and food courts still priced for locals.
Rapid Penang bus 701, 702 or 802 via the bridge
Famous for Island seafood at the floating restaurant
Pulau Aman is a fishing islet off Seberang Perai where the floating seafood restaurant and jetty stalls reward the short boat ride from Bukit Tambun.
Ferry from Bukit Tambun Jetty at 10:00, 13:00, 16:00 and 19:00; back from the island at 08:00, 12:00, 15:00 and 18:00
Day trip · 8 hours
Discover the ancient Bujang Valley on a guided tour from Penang. Visit the Sungai Batu archaeological site, explore the archaeological museum, and enjoy a buffet lunch.
Guided tour · 4 hours
Discover the favorite local brunch foods on a guided tour of the George Town district.
Guided tour · 4 hours
Take a deep dive into Penang's rich food culture and history. Meet the people behind the food, salivate over 15+ tastings, and discover what makes up this island's vib...
