Thereare up to 6 flights a day from Singapore to Sultan Azlan Shah Airport, Ipoh. Update (April, 2022) - Now there is typically just one flight a day (by Scoot Airlines) around noon. Ipoh Airport (Sultan Azlan Shah Airport) Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes. Price range: $40-420 SGD or RM 120- 1,260.
Itinerary Penang 2 Hari 1 Malam untuk Liburan Akhir Pekan Itinerary Penang 2 hari 1 malam untuk traveler yang ingin liburan akhir pekan ke Malaysia. Jumat, 20 September 2019
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Penang, Malaysia is one of those places that we would return in a heartbeat. While we loved exploring Kuala Lumpur, Penang is easily a favorite place to visit in Malaysia. From the recognition as a top foodie destination to the gorgeous nature and hiking opportunities, we can’t get enough of this place! We only had two days in Penang as we did a weekend trip with Justin’s colleagues. While two days is a short time frame, it was enough time to experience the Malaysian culture and to wander around the small island. We appreciate the laid-back and slower pace of the city’s vibe, friendly locals, and the affordability of accommodations and food. In this Penang 2 days itinerary, we’re highlighting the awesome things to do in Penang including the well-recognized street art, mouth-watering places to eat, best places to stay, and how to get around. As you know us by now, we’re including plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking and relaxing on the beach. Feel free to mix up the itinerary based on the amount of time that you have and your interests. Now let’s continue to see how you can maximize your 2 days in Penang itinerary. *Disclaimer Have a vacation in Penang? This post contains affiliate links. If you click on them and make a purchase, we receive a small commission. There is no additional cost to you. Appreciate the support. Penang Itinerary Day 1 – Explore George Town and Batu Ferringhi On the first day in Penang, we’re off to explore George Town, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage site in Malaysia since 2008 and later heading to the beach at Batu Ferringhi. Whether you’ve landed in Penang in the morning or stayed in the city the night before, George Town is a great introduction to the capital city of Penang. The area is sprawling with rich culture from its food scene to the incredible street art to the beautiful temples. At first glance, George Town may look a little dated and grungy compared to Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore. Yet it’s such a charming area that still preserves its original look and feel of the buildings and lifestyle. Our itinerary below is based on a DIY walking tour. If you prefer to have an organized tour of George Town, consider making a reservation to take this tour. Walk around and look for amazing street art in George Town. We’re a fan of seeing street art around the world and George Town’s artwork doesn’t disappoint. It’s one of the top things to do in Penang! In 2012, Ernest Zacharevic, a Lithuanian artist, transformed George Town to a street art mecca. He created interactive artwork by combining everyday objects such as motorbikes and bicycles with paintings of local people. His artwork is playful and depicts Malaysian people in their everyday lives. You’ll recognize the famous artwork such as, The boy looking back on the motorbike located near Lebuh Pantai and Lebuh Ah Quee The brother and sister sharing a swing located near Pengkalan Weld and Gat Lebuh Chulia, next to the 35Jetty Building 潮人居 The brother and sister reaching out of their window for the bike with the bamboo steamers located along Gat Lebuh Armenian and Lebuh Victoria, next to the Ming Xiang Tai Pastry Shop 名香泰饼家 Zacharevic’s influence paved the way for George Town to now have dozens of designated street art locations in the main George Town. Besides the interactive artwork, you’ll also notice wire artwork which also depicts the Malaysian culture and the city’s history. Take the time to travel through the popular areas to spot the artwork such as along Armenian Street and Victoria Street. Consider wandering through quieter streets and alleyways to find some hidden gems. One of our favorites is of two cats in a yellow tub that says, “Please care n bathe me.” The artwork is small and off an alleyway from Gat Lebuh Armenian and Lebuh Victoria that you can easily miss. Plus, we like the PSA that the stray cats need care too! If you’re interested in learning more about street art and its cultural influences, check out this post on the best street art books to read. Wander around the Armenian Street and Little India. Now we’ll head to the cultural areas of Penang. The first stop is Armenian Street. As a former street that housed Armenian traders, it’s now a hot spot to buy unique souvenirs, enjoy a cup of coffee at cafes, and of course, pose with the street art. Some highlights of the area include Umbrella Street is one of those Instagram spots in Penang with colorful umbrellas above your heads. While the street is small, it’s filled with restaurants and fun street art. It’s located in an alleyway near Zacharevic’s Children on Bicycle street art. Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple 福德正神庙 is a great spot to see a Chinese temple. Not far from Armenian Street is Little India. Embrace your senses and the vibrant colors with the yummy Indian cuisine and shopping in the area. You can stop by the Sri Mahamariamman Temple which is the oldest Hindu temple in Penang. Head to the Chew Jetty. Only a short walk away from Armenian Street is the Chew Jetty 姓周桥 also referred to as Clan Jetty. It’s a floating village area with clothing and souvenir shops and restaurants along the walking route. If you’ve been to Brunei’s Kampong Ayer or Hong Kong’s Tai-O Village, the look of the jetty area is similar. The walking route is an out-and-back once you reach the water area. The wooden walkway is tight and can get crowded with visitors so it’s not best for those with claustrophobia. You can also see some street art in the area too. If you’re hungry, grab a bowl of noodles at the Chew Jetty Big Bowl Noodles 姓周桥大碗公面. While we weren’t hungry, this place looked intriguing. You can order a big bowl of noodles seafood, beef, pork, vegetarian for up to five people. The noodles are placed in a giant ceramic bowl the bowl is bigger than your head! for everyone to eat out of. The restaurant is closed every Wednesday. Spend the Afternoon at Batu Ferringhi Beach. Let’s take a break from exploring George Town by heading to the north side of Penang Island to Batu Ferringhi Beach. It’s 19 kilometers miles away and takes about 40 minutes depending on traffic to drive there. The beach stretches about 4 kilometers miles so your Grab or taxi driver can drop you off anywhere. While the water is not the greatest we think it is a bit dirty and the sand is coarse, the beach is a good spot if you’re dying for some sun, beach time, or want to get away from the city center. For our group, the beach was our bonding and hang out time. You can hire a boat ride or a jet ski for some water adventures. Depending on how late you stay in the area, there is an evening night market along the main road, Jalan Pantai Batu, that starts around 8pm. You can purchase souvenirs and eat street food. If you prefer to have a more sit-down environment for a meal, we recommend that you try Andrew’s Kampung. Located in an unassuming strip mall on the third floor, this place serves good Chinese food. The owner, Andrew, is super friendly and provided suggestions on what to eat. Prices are on the higher end compared to what you can get in George Town. We enjoyed our family-style meal of tofu clay pot, fried sea bass, fried squid, stir-fried veggies, and beef curry. There are plenty of vegetarian options here. Address Eden Parade, Jalan Sungai Emas, Kawasan Perumahan Sungai Emas, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Return to George Town for the Night Market and Eat More! George Town has a few night markets where you can eat your heart out such as Kimberley Street Food Market or Chulia Food Night Market. We went to the Chulia Food Night Market where many hawker stalls set up shop along Chulia Street selling noodles, BBQ seafood, sandwiches, and more. A small bowl of wonton noodles will set you back MYR $ USD. Prices are reasonable so you can stop by multiple shops. You can also find more restaurants and bars along Love Lane. Penang Itinerary Day 2 – Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si On our second day in Penang, we’re off to get some exercise hiking up Penang Hill and also the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, Kek Lok Si. These two places are some of the most memorable Hike or Take the Cable Car Up Penang Hill. Penang Hill is a top place to visit in Penang. With a summit of 833 meters 2,733 feet, it’s the perfect place to work up a sweat to hike up Penang Hill and see the beautiful views of the city. Once you reach the top of the mountain, there are many attractions to visit so you can spend half a day here. We love hiking so we decided to trek up to Penang Hill summit. There are several hiking routes you can take depending on your starting location. We took the Heritage Trail which you can get to from the Penang Hill Lower Station. This trail is not technical as you don’t need hiking boots yet it’s humid and hot if you start later in the day. Most of the hiking trail is shaded so that helps and you’ll pass by lots of greenery and trees. There are a few resting spots along the way so you can take a break. Give yourself a huge pat on the back once you hike to the top as it’s no easy task. It’ll take between hours to reach the top of Penang Hill. Read more about our experiences hiking Penang Hill here. Tip If you want to hike the trail, go early to beat the heat – before 7am! Don’t be like us and start around 10am! Don’t forget to bring lots of water as you’ll sweat a lot. Even though we’re sweating like crazy hiking Penang Hill, we’re rewarded to an awesome view of the city and also see the cable car pass by. Penang Hill Cable Car Not into hiking? Don’t worry, you can purchase a round-trip cable car ticket for 30 MYR $ USD for adults or 15 MYR $ USD for children. The lines for the cable car can be very long and you can wait 30-60 minutes in line! If you want to bypass waiting in line, you can purchase a round-trip express ticket for 80 MYR $19 USD for adults and 40 MYR $ USD for children. Skip the line to purchase the cable car tickets and buy them ahead of time here. With your cable car ticket, you can feel free to get off at the sub-stations to hike up or down Penang Hill. The sub-stations for the cable car are only available at the top of every hour such as 9am, 10am, 11am, etc. At Penang Hill Summit Once you reach the summit of Penang Hill, feel free to check out the various free attractions such as the observatory tower, locks of love, the colorful Sri Aruloli Thirumurugan temple, and grab a snack to eat at the Cliff Cafe. We also recommend that you visit The Habitat where you’re surrounded by the forest. It’s a fun spot to walk around on the suspension bridges, swing on the giant swings, see the view of Penang Hill on the top of Curtis Crest, and enjoy nature. The best part is that this place is quiet and doesn’t have crowds! You do need to pay a separate admission ticket to enter yet it’s worth the price. For the adventure lovers, you can also do zip lining between the trees for an additional fee. The standard admission cost is 55 MYR $ USD for adults and 35 MYR $ USD for children, seniors, and students. We purchased tickets at the counter, yet you can save money by purchasing tickets ahead of time. Save money with The Habitat tickets by clicking here. A visit to Penang Hill’s The Habitat is a must-visit during your two days in Penang. The views of the forest are stunning! Awe at the Kek Lok Si Temple. Once you’ve reached the bottom of Penang Hill, take a Grab car to go to the Kek Lok Si Temple, the largest and one of the most beautiful Buddhist temples in Malaysia. Your Grab driver will most likely drop you off at the lower level where you need to take cable cars to each of the levels. If possible, ask them to drop you off at the top level so you can bypass the tourist trap of the cable cars and walk your way down to the other levels. The top area is lovely with the impressive Guanyin statue Lady Buddha standing tall at meters 99 feet high. The pavilion around Lady Buddha is still in construction. Behind the Lady Buddha statue is an area with over 10,000 smaller Buddhas. As with any temple, please be respectful when entering the temples as there will be people making prayers. You can buy good luck wishing ribbons for yourself, family members, or friends. If you prefer a tour of Kek Lok Si Temple, combine the opportunity with a visit to Penang Hill. Consider this tour option. Although it just rained, Lady Buddha is still stunning at Kek Lok Si Temple. Stroll through Air Itam Dam. Our friend who lives in Penang showed us this off-the-beaten-path place nearby the Kek Lok Si Temple. From the temple, if you drive or walk along the paved path for 2 kilometers miles, you’ll reach Air Itam Dam. It’s a reservoir area where you can also walk and run around the lake. It was a pleasant and quiet walk where we saw a few families of monkeys macaques and dusky leaf monkeys – so cute!. Be careful when approaching the monkeys as they are wild animals! The monkeys at Air Itam Dam are shy as they don’t see too many tourists. At the end of the day, head back to George Town area to do some last-minute shopping or see things that you didn’t get to on the first day. If You Have 3+ Days in Penang Two days in Penang is not enough time to visit everything, especially when it comes to trying all of the different food. If you have three or more days in Penang, consider visiting these other Penang attractions which are on our bucket list when we return. Penang National Park has plenty of hiking trails to keep you occupied for the day and you can even head to the beach. It’s on the bucket list to visit Penang National Park’s Meromictic Lake in the future. We also like how there is free admission to the park. If you decide to go on the canopy walkway, there is an admission fee. Penang Botanic Garden is an oasis of an area with greenery and beautiful plants. There is a hiking trail that leads to Penang Hill. You can also relax along the waterfall in the area. Go shopping in the Gurney Drive area. We didn’t have time to explore the glamorous area of Gurney Drive so we’ll check it out on a return trip. How to Get to Penang Most visitors will fly into Penang Bayan Lepas International Airport airport code PEN. For us, it was an easy flight via Air Asia one of our favorite low-cost airlines in Asia from where we started in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. If you’re starting your Malaysia trip in Kuala Lumpur, you can take a domestic flight or consider other modes of transportation to get to Penang. We loved how the airport was so convenient and orderly with immigration. It took us only five minutes to pass through immigration, considering that the line was short. To head to the main city area, the easiest way is to take a taxi, Grab car, or hire a private driver from the Arrivals terminal. Grab is Southeast Asia’s equivalent to Uber ride-hailing. It’s an efficient way to travel throughout the city and often cheaper than taking a taxi. Download the Grab app here. Don’t forget that you’ll need to have a data plan in order to use Grab or to browse the internet. Check out this post on the best Malaysian SIM card to purchase. We recommend that you buy one before leaving the airport. Save money and pre-purchase a 4G SIM card for pick-up at the Penang International Airport. If you’re from the and looking to upgrade your international phone plan, consider getting Google Project Fi. You can use data and text on this plan in over 200+ international countries without having to buy a SIM card and/or pay extra. We’ve used this plan since 2016 and love it! Sign up for Google Project Fi and get $20 off your bill. How to Travel Around Penang If you’re staying in George Town, then you can walk around everywhere. It’s a walkable area with decent sidewalks unlike what we’re used to in Ho Chi Minh City. Another unique opportunity is to hire a cyclo. You get to sit in a carriage and the driver bikes around the city to major attractions. Depending on your driver, he can also act as your tour guide. Compared to other cyclos that we’ve seen in Southeast Asia, the Penang cyclos are adorable as they’re decorated with stuffed animals and streamers for a more inviting ambiance. Consider taking the Penang Hop On and Off double-decker bus to visit the top highlights of Penang. Purchase your ticket ahead of time and save money! For a free bus alternative, take the Central Area Transit CAT bus which stops by the popular and interesting places of Penang. Click here to see the routes. For distances farther away, it’s recommended to hire a Grab car. We didn’t see too many taxis driving around in George Town. The traffic in Penang can be slow so you’ll need to be patient or travel during the off-peak hours. A unique way to explore George Town is on a cyclo tour. What to Eat in Penang Oh gosh, what to eat in Penang is the million-dollar question. It’s no doubt that the food in Penang is amazing! There is so much delicious food to eat from the assam laksa to the char koay teow. With our limited time in Penang, we barely made a dent to try all the Malaysian and Chinese food. To get a taste of Penang street food, take one of these local tours 3-hours George Town Street Food Tour 4-hours Penang Street Food Tour Below are some of the restaurants in George Town that we tried and would recommend. Mew’s Cafe is a fabulous spot to try traditional Malaysian food. You can choose to sit inside the restaurant or enjoy the patio. Choose from dishes such as beef rendang, nasi lemak, or noodle dishes. We tried the beef rendang which had tender beef with turmeric rice, pineapple salad, and crackers. We also had the ikan samal with steamed sea bass in banana leaf served with blue rice. The fish was cooked perfectly and had a lot of good flavors from the coconut milk. Try the sago gula melaka for dessert as the pandan sago isn’t too sweet with syrup and coconut cream. Main entrees are around 26-30 MYR $ USD. Address 77, Muntri St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia China House is a must-visit spot to eat in Penang to satisfy your sweet tooth. Come to this place with an empty stomach as you’ll drool over the 30+ fresh-baked desserts from baklava to tiramisu. We tried two pieces of cake – passion fruit coconut butter cake and the fresh ginger cake. Both were heavenly yet the passion fruit coconut butter cake was the winner! It was moist and had a burst of flavor from the passion fruit cream. Each slice of cake is between 11-15 MYR $ USD and can be easily shared with two people. Besides dessert, you can also have meals for lunch or dinner. Just note that this place is busy so there will be a wait to grab a table and to get waiters’ attention. Address 153, Beach St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia For more information Website Did we say dessert?! Check out China House during your Penang itinerary. It’s a fabulous place to try over 30+ desserts. Toh Soon Cafe is a recommended place to eat a cheap breakfast. Locals and tourists line up to find a seat in a tiny alleyway. The menu only has a couple of items. The most popular item is the buttered toast with a running egg. It’s one of those dishes that is so bad for you with the richness from the butter yet oh so good! We also recommend that you try one of the paper-wrapped items on your table. At first, it was a mystery to us yet it was a surprise to see a ball of rice with fried fish, hard-boiled egg, and spicy sambal. The flavors tasted similar to Indonesian food and brought us back to Bali. Three toast with eggs, 1 rice ball, and 3 drinks set us back MYR $5 USD. Address Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Come to Toh Soon Cafe for breakfast. Locals and tourists enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and a plate of buttery toast with egg. Simple yet delicious. Hong Kee Wan Thun Mee Hong Kee Bamboo Noodle 鸿记廣式 竹昇云吞面 is your place if you want Hong Kong-style noodles. The restaurant makes their noodles daily and you can see them in person at 10am and 3pm. From one person pressing the dough down with a giant bamboo stick with his thigh to another person placing the dough in the noodle flattening machine and cutter, it’s such a sight to see the process. We recommend that you try the wonton noodles and the egg tart it’s one of the best ones that we’ve eaten! If you decide to upgrade to a large size, you’ll get more than double the amount of noodles as the regular size. Address 37, Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia For more information Facebook If you’re missing Hong Kong food, try the noodles at Hong Kee Wan Thun Mee! Khoon Klanng Bak Kut Teh is further away from the main tourist attractions yet it has delicious bak kut teh, braised pork ribs in a broth. While this bak kut teh version doesn’t have the pork bone in the broth, unlike what we’ve had in Singapore, it comes with a nice addition of mushrooms and tofu. Our Grab driver recommended that we eat bak kut teh with yam rice and it didn’t disappoint. Address 320, Jalan Perak, Jelutong, 11600 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia Where to Stay in Penang Finding accommodations in Penang is relatively easy depending on your budget and comfort. We suggest that you stay closer to the street art area near Armenian Street as it’s a prime location. As you can see from the Penang 2 days itinerary, you’re in a central location for the sites and have easy access to affordable street food. Plus, wouldn’t it be cool to stay at one of the guesthouses in the traditional Straits-Chinese architecture?! You’ll recognize the tall buildings attached to other buildings and all having reddish rooftops. Click here to find the best accommodations in Penang’s George Town. Our group stayed at the Carnarvon House in George Town which provided enough space and was a central location to the major Penang sightseeing places. We rented the entire building. If your group is smaller, you can rent individual rooms. The lower level has a huge living room and dining area. Upstairs has two levels of guest rooms and shared bathrooms with 2 shower rooms and 2 combo toilet/shower rooms with body wash provided. All rooms come with towels and air conditioning. The only bad part about this place was that there are mosquitoes everywhere. The cost is $30-$50 USD per room per night. Find availability and reserve a room at the Carnarvon Hotel. You can also consider staying in the chic Gurney Drive area or at one of the resorts along the Batu Ferringhi beachside. Here are some splurge/luxury options to consider G Hotel Gurney is located next to the Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon so it’s perfect if you want to go shopping. The cost is $125-$190 USD per room per night. Check availability and reserve a room at G Hotel Gurney. Park Royal Penang Resort is within walking distance from the Batu Ferringhi Beach and has all the amenities of a resort including a water theme park for children. The cost is $120-$300 per room per night. Read more about the hotel and make a reservation at Park Royal here. Our two days in Penang went by way too quickly. We feel like we scratched the surface here. Regardless, we hope you’ve enjoyed reading this post on what to do in Penang in 2 days. Since there is so much to do here, we’ll be back to Penang soon! Have you visited Penang? What other places should we visit on a return trip? Share in the comments below. Enjoy this post? Save it to your Asia Pinterest Board. Pin 2 photo credit Erika Calle via Scopio Photos
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- Bagi kamu yang ingin liburan akhir pekan ke Penang, coba ikuti itinerary Penang 2 hari 1 malam ini. Itinerary Penang 2 hari 1 malam ini meliputi tempat wisata serta pusat perbelanjaan mewah. Kamu bisa memaksimalkan waktu liburan dengan mengikuti itinerary Penang 3 hari 2 malam. Berikut itinerary Penang 2 hari 1 malam bagi kamu yang sudah merencanakan liburan ke Malaysia. Itinerary Penang 2 hari 1 malam di hari pertama Hari pertama sebaiknya kamu gunakan untuk mencari penginapan di kawasan George Town. Ada beberapa penginapan murah hingga mewah yang menawarkan fasilitas lengkap untuk para tamu. TONTON JUGA Apabila menginap di kawasan George Town, kamu bisa dengan mudah mendatangi beberapa tempat wisata sekaligus. Jika kamu tiba di Bandara Penang pagi hari, sebaiknya segera bergegas ke hotel untuk sarapan dan mengemas barang. Kamu bisa beristirahat sebentar dan mulai liburan siang sampai malam hari. Bee Hwa Cafe Bee Hwa Cafe adalah restoran di kawasan George Town yang buka sejak pagi hingga malam. Bee Hwa Cafe menyediakan aneka hidangan lezat yang bisa kamu pilih sebagai menu makan siang.
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