Butterworth Things to Do

This significant historical landmark is listed on the Penang Heritage Trail. The museum houses permanent exhibits of photographs, maps, antiques, furniture, documents, paintings and other relics showcasing Penang's cultural his... more

Chinese artisans were commissioned for this architectural masterpiece in 1906, at a time when the Khoo Clan was at its height of wealth and eminence. The intricate ornamentation, tiles and painting make this one of the most bea... more

Catch a glimpse of living history in the bustling Little India, home to many traditional Indian traders dating back to the days when the British declared Penang a trading post in the 18th century. Experience Penang's Indian cul... more

The wooden stockade that Captain Francis Light had assembled upon disembarking in 1786 was rebuilt almost two decades later with convict labor into a major fort, much of which remains intact. Named after Charles Cornwallis, the... more

Locally known as the "only railway station without a rail." its clock tower is a beautiful sight, deeply engraved in the minds of older day-ferry passengers as a defining and romantic element of a trip to Penang. The building w... more

Built on 4.5 hectacres of land, the mosque can accommodate up to 5000 worshippers at a time. It took a painstaking four years to complete and was finally ready for use in 1980. A photographer's dream, the mosque grounds provide... more

Although the last of the small but prominent merchant Armenians have departed, their street stayed behind in name and spirit. Most famous were the Sarkies brothers, who founded a slew of hotels including Raffles Hotel in Singap... more

Along Weld Quay are the historical waterfront and the harbor of Penang, where bustling wharf activity takes place and the ferry terminal is found. The Victoria Memorial Clocktower, built from 1897-1902, greets you at the entran... more

Situated on one of Georgetown's oldest streets, this rambling structure was formerly the 19th century residence of Cheong Fatt Tze, a powerful Chinese trading and shipping tycoon who also served as Vice Consul to China. In 1880... more

Enter a whole new dimension, a fantasy toy land complete with unbelievably green plastic trees, saccharine pinkish beige walls and tiles. Even the gardener looks surreal. You almost have to touch it to know that it is real. The... more