George Town is a UNESCO-listed port city of clan houses, murals and a legendary hawker culture. Add Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple and beaches in Batu Ferringhi. December to February is the driest, with heavier rain from September to November.
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Best: January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September
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How long to stay
3–4 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 21h from the US East Coast, 13h from Europe, 4.5h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Eat at Gurney Drive, Lorong Baru and the Kimberley Street hawkers.
- Walk the street art trail early before it gets hot.
- Grab is the easiest way to get around.
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