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Top 7 food & drink things to do in George Town

George Town on a fork. Walking food tours through the markets, cooking classes with local chefs, tasting flights at the bars worth your time, and a couple of long lunches that double as the day's plan.

  1. Back of the Bike Street Food Experience – Real Penang!, George Town1

    1. Back of the Bike Street Food Experience – Real Penang!

    5.0· 37 reviews· 4 hours

    It's durian season! Ask about our Durian Special. This is a private street food adventure through Penang — each guest rides with their own host on the back of a motorbike. Zip through lively streets, hidden lanes, and night food markets as you taste the city the way locals do — fast, fun, and full of flavor. Over four delicious hours, you’ll enjoy a 5-course tasting menu, with each dish served at local spots where real Penangites eat. See the neighbourhoods, hear the stories, and feel the rhythm of the city as you ride between stops — not as a tourist, but as part of the street. All food stops are long-established local vendors that we personally visit regularly and trust for cleanliness and food safety. Muslim-friendly and vegetarian options available. This is real street food — no fancy settings or white tablecloths. Cruise line special: 3–7 PM with port pickup and return. Tours are intentionally kept very small, with personal host for each guest..

  2. Penang Streetfood Delight Guided Tour, George Town2

    2. Penang Streetfood Delight Guided Tour

    5.0· 2 reviews· 3 hours

    Experience the best of Penang on a trishaw ride through Georgetown. See historical sites such as Kapitan Keling Mosque, St George’s Church, and the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. Then, stop at a hawker center to try some of Penang's famous local food. • Try local dishes like Wantan Mee, Satay, Nasi Lemak, and Hokkien Mee • Visit the Kapitan Keling Mosque, St George’s Church, the Kuan Yin Teng Temple • Enjoy a trishaw ride through the streets of colonial Georgetown & see the sights • Discover the best of Penang's cuisine at a hawker center with local dishes

  3. Chef Samuel's Private Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour, George Town3

    3. Chef Samuel's Private Malaysian Cooking Class with Wet Market Tour

    5.0· 97 reviews· 5 hours

    Hosted 3 Michelin Chefs, Featured on newspaper like News Straits Times and The Australian Post, Mentioned on guidebook like Lonely Planet and Fodor's Travel, Silver Award for "Char Koay Teow" and "Laksa" Category in Malaysia Culinary World Cup 2023. In a private intimate lesson with full 1-to-1 attention, Guide by a professional hotel chef with 15 years expertise in Malaysia regional cuisine, learn the professional skills and secrets in recreating the "Malaysia, Truly Asia" flavors. No matter you are a novice homecook, foodie enthusiast or even Michelin chefs that run restaurant, you'll pack knowledge back home that you'll treasure for a lifetime. A highlight morning visit to the historical 2nd oldest yet busiest market in Penang, that preserve the old bustling lifestyle up till today. Sip locally traditionally roasted coffee, soak in authentic Malaysian breakfast in a "Kopitiam" where no tourists are to be found. Curate your own menu by pick your own dishes, without restriction.

  1. Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak, George Town4

    4. Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak

    5.0· 176 reviews· 4 hours

    Experience Penang, a historical island that captivates travelers with its vibrant culture, year-round festivities, and status as Malaysia's culinary haven. Step into the heart of local life with our Morning Market Tour. Experience the hustle and bustle of the market, where merchants enthusiastically engage with customers. Be enticed by the irresistible aroma of street food, lovingly prepared by local vendors, and the visually stunning, vibrant Kueh, pastries, and desserts that are a feast for the senses. We, at Penang Chiak, offer more than just a taste of local cuisine. We unveil the secrets behind the ingredients and the cooking process, giving participants a chance to delve deeper, learn exclusive techniques, and understand the art of spice handling. Join our 4 to 5-hour session at Penang Chiak, featuring a Market Tour, Breakfast, and Coaching Classes. Schedules are subject to booking requests or private reservations. Embark on this culinary journey in Penang!

  2. Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights, George Town5

    5. Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights

    4.9· 407 reviews· 6 hours

    This is a private tour, meaning it’s just you or your group. Unlike fixed itinerary tours, this tour lets you choose the places you want to visit. The tour starts from the pick-up point. For a 6-hour visit, you can select 3-5 attractions anywhere on Penang Island. For example, choose from (not exhaustive list): 1. Kek Lok Si 2. Penang Hill 3. Clan Jetty 4. Reclining Buddha 5. Hawker foods lunch 6. Street Art Murals 7. Batik Craft 8. Entopia 9. Tropical Spice Garden 10. Pinang Peranakan Mansion 11. Khoo Kongsi 12. Wonderfood 13. Upside Down Museum You decide which places to visit and how much time to spend at each (travel time is not included). You can explore in-depth or just take photos and move on. Choose a city, hill, temple, or nature tour. If you're unsure where to go, let our tour guide plan it for you. The guide will accompany you at all attractions and provide commentary.

  3. Penang Tropical Fruit Farm with Fruit Tasting, George Town6

    6. Penang Tropical Fruit Farm with Fruit Tasting

    4.4· 12 reviews· 3 hours

    Visit Penang’s only Tropical Fruit Farm which is ideally located in Teluk Bahang, with a breathtaking view of the hilly terrains and the Indian Ocean. Take a guided farm tour and learn about 140 species of local and regional tropical fruits. Opportunity to taste the various tropical fruits in season and the introduction of Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) process, Enzyme process and the natural soap making process.

  4. Penang Rainbow Skywalk at The Top Komtar Observation Deck Tickets, George Town7

    7. Penang Rainbow Skywalk at The Top Komtar Observation Deck Tickets

    4.1· 9 reviews

    Ever wonder what a bird’s eye view of Penang is like? The Rainbow Skywalk and Observatory Deck offer stunning seamless views of George Town and beyond. Located at George Town’s highest point, the open-air Rainbow Skywalk is at Level 68, on the rooftop of Komtar tower, offering visitors the thrilling experience of walking on air 249m above ground. Meanwhile the air-conditioned Observatory Deck at Level 65 also features a glass walkway that lets you watch the world go by below. Beside the views, visitors can find double rainbows that arch into a pot of gold, a horseshoe chair and a unique hanging musical orchestra. Also on the rooftop, Coco Cabana Bar & Bistro offers great tapas food and cocktails as well as a great view. Enjoy the feeling of being on the top of the world.

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