Historical, Heritage & Cultural Walk Around George Town
Penang Island, Malaysiaby TEOH SHAN TATT TIGER
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 10 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Chinese, English
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Overview
The Walking Tour Starts at the Esplanade where Penang's history started, after the walk, we will have a local light breakfast. Next, we will walk towards the street of harmony to learn about the different cultures and religions We will experience some living heritage in town including traditional Joss stick maker, Chukumali coffee seller and Indian chewing gum ( Subjects to availability) Discover some of the unique street names, building structures and traditional technology of it. Other things to note: 1. This will be a casual city walk, guests should be fit at least to walk for a fair amount of time. Consider the heat, so prepare lotion or sunblock. 2. This is a Slow Historical Walk to learn and in-depth experience the local Heritage and Culture. It is designed only for those who love storytelling and history. 3. Although is 5 hours, it may go longer sometimes, please do advise me if you have time restrictions.
What's included
- LIGHT BREAKFAST
- Snacks
- 500ML MINERAL WATER
Itinerary
- 1
Padang Kota Lama
1 hour
DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF PENANG, CAPTAIN FRANCIS LIGHT
- 2
Stop 2
15 min
DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF HIGH COURT AND LOCAL ROBIN HOOD
- 3
Stop 3
30 min
DISCOVER THE STORY AND FUN FACT OF THE ANGLICAN CHURCH
- 4
Stop 4
30 min
EXPERIENCE THE TRADITIONAL JOSS STICK MAKING WITH STORY BEHIND THE WORLD OLDEST JOSS STICK MAKER
- 5
Goddess of Mercy Temple (Kuan Yin Teng)
1 hour
DISCOVER THE CHINESE FENG SHUI, HISTORY, HERITAGE AND BUDDISHM
- 6
Little India - Penang
30 min
DISCOVER THE INDIAN CHEWING GUM AND SNACKS
- 7
Kapitan Keling Mosque
30 min
LEARN AND DISCOVER THE MUSLIM PRACTICE AND MISCONCEPTION ABOUT ISLAM
- 8
Sri Mahamariamman Temple
30 min
DISCOVER THE STORY OF HINDU BELIEF AND CULTURE PRACTICE, (DEPENDS ON AVAILABILITY)
Meeting and pickup
MBPP CITY HALL, ESPLANADE, GEORGE TOWN
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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