Penang is a vibrant island where cultural heritage and cosmopolitan structures go hand-in-hand, and discovering its many sights and sounds within 24 hours can be a challenging yet fulfilling experience. When it comes to accommodation, Penang caters to any budget and style, where you can enjoy a good night’s rest in quaint heritage hotels, guesthouses and hostels, or do it in style at a top five-star resort.
Perfect for when you only have a day in Penang, we’ve compiled a helpful mini guide that includes a visit to Georgetown, a pedestrian-friendly district that’s filled with ornate temples, colonial buildings and colourful street art, followed by Gurney Drive, which hosts massive shopping malls and a myriad of local delicacies – the place to be for unapologetic food lovers.