An Evening of Lights at Khoo Kongsi
An Evening of Lights at Khoo Kongsi is when lights at the Khoo Kongsi are turned on at its courtyard to showcase interesting Chinese arts and cultural performances once a month. It is a spectacular sight to behold! Amid the excitements, there’ll also be stalls selling handmade knick-knacks and mouth-watering Penang street food!
Operating Hours
6.30pm-9pm
Contact Number
+6012-427 6251
Entrance Fee
Free
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
A Nature Learning Experience
Discover magical moments at Entopia, and be inspired to reconnect with nature.
Entopia, a tropical sanctuary for our planet’s little denizens from those that fly freely in the sky to the ones that creep stealthily beneath the ground.
Journey into a magical paradise that honours the unsung heroes of our natural world with plenty to discover from outdoor adventures to cavernous mysteries and a multi-storey Indoor Discovery Centre. Live the moment with exciting interactive workshops and activities. There’s something for everyone.
Relaunched after an extensive face lift, Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm is a large butterfly enclave with about 15,000 butterflies, dragonflies, and fireflies. It is an ideal place to entertain and educate both children and adults alike.
Entopia began its journey with David Goh, a young teacher with interest and passion for butterflies. Simply inspired, he set out to establish a tropical butterfly farm as a tourist destination in Penang. In 1986, this self-taught entomologist, founded the tropical world’s first butterfly and insect sanctuary, known as the Penang Butterfly Farm.
Over the years, Penang Butterfly Farm had been visited by more than 5 million local and international visitors, and it became the pride and joy of Penang. During its prime, it garnered many awards and was voted by visitors of TripAdvisor, acclaiming to be one of the best destinations in Penang.
Operating Days
Monday – Sunday(including public holidays)
Closed on Wednesdays
Operating hours
9.00am – 6.00pm (Last ticket sale and entry is at 5:00pm)
Contact number
+604 888 8111
Entrance fee
MyKad holders
Adult (13 years old & above): RM49
Child (4-12 years old): RM29
Senior Citizen (60 years old & above): RM29
Family Package Deal (walk-in only):
2 adults + 2 children: RM144
2 adults + 3 children: RM167
2 adults + 4 children: RM190
2 adults + 5 children: RM213
2 adults + 6 children: RM236
Standard Price
Adult (13 years old & above): RM69
Child (4-12 years old): RM49
Senior Citizen (60 years old & above): RM49
Family Package Deal (walk-in only):
2 adults + 2 children: RM216
2 adults + 3 children: RM255
2 adults + 4 children: RM294
2 adults + 5 children: RM333
2 adults + 6 children: RM372
*Save 10% when you purchase tickets online 3 days in advance!
Email
info@entopia.com
Website
https://entopia.com/
Address
830, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang, MALAYSIA
ESCAPE Penang
ESCAPE is the fun destination with exciting rides and games hosted in a natural environment.
ESCAPE re-introduces the play and values of yesteryear so to inject reality into a world overdependent on an isolation-inducing electronic lifestyle. Through fun activities, with an emphasis on self-directed and self-powered play, the visitor experiences Low Tech, High Fun.
ESCAPE demonstrates there’s no age limit to having fun as the rides and games are designed for a wide range of age groups, abilities, and energy levels.”
A departure from the conventional idea of roller-coaster rides, ESCAPE is an outdoor theme park with challenging activities and games suited for children and adults. Sprawled over 22 acres, the park currently compromises two main components – Adventureplay and Waterplay that includes the World’s Longest Water Slide.
BUSINESS HOUR
Tuesday – Sunday
10am – 6pm
ESCAPE Penang closes on Mondays for safety maintenance.
Entrance Fee
1 Day Pass
Future Kid (0-3 years old): Free
Junior Kid (4-12 years old): RM77.70
Big Kid (13-60 years old): RM116.90
**Super Kid (61-100+ years old): RM77.70
2 Day Pass
Future Kid (0-3 years old): Free
Junior Kid (4-12 years old): RM116.90
Big Kid (13-60 years old): RM175.00
**Super Kid (61-100+ years old): RM116.90
1 week Pass (6 days, Escape closed every Monday)
Future Kid (0-3 years old): Free
Junior Kid (4-12 years old): RM228.90
Big Kid (13-60 years old): RM343.00
**Super Kid (61-100+ years old): RM228.90
**Free for Malaysian Super Kids on presentation of their IC at the ticketing counter when accompanied by a paying guest.
*Ticket prices get cheaper the earlier in advance online purchase.
Email
info@escape.my
Website
http://www.escape.my
Address
828, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang, MALAYSIA
Clan Jetties Of Penang
The Clan Jetties are one of the most significant historical areas in Penang–a traditional village consisting of structures and houses built on stilts right over the water.
Clan jetties are a very unique type of water settlement created by Chinese immigrants in the late 19th century. Originally, they consisted of a single structure used as a sort of small warehouse where the loading and unloading of products and materials (including firewood, charcoal, and boat transportation) for a particular trade or industry happened. Over the years, families (or clans) took over certain industries and unofficially claimed a certain area of the dock, with each clan getting bigger and building more huts along the way.
There are now six jetties on the waterfront–all of them still home to Chinese descendants and considered a historical reminder of the industries that helped shape Penang. While they are technically private property where families live, most of the jetties welcome visitors for a glimpse of their local temple, photos of the sunset over the water, and a nostalgic walk over the walkway surrounding the stilt-houses.
The place offers plenty of Kodak moments to visitors, especially the Chew jetty.
Highlights: Tourist friendly aura and stilt houses await the keen eye of travelers. There is a temple which is worth watching. None of the people here pay any taxes to this day as they contend that they are not living on land. The place has a rich history associated with its existence.
Best time: Be wary of the fact that people still live here. So travelling here during the evenings is best for clicking best shots.
Price: No entry fee.
KEK LOK SI TEMPLE
The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam, Penang, Malaysia. It is the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia, and is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia.
Built since the year 1891, Kek Lok Si Temple situated in the island of Penang, Malaysia, is one of the largest and finest temples complexes in Southeast Asia.
With millions of magnificent images of Buddha and hundreds of beautiful meaningful carvings, sculptures and murals in the interior and exterior of the temple halls, pagodas and archways, Kek Lok Si Temple is not just a center for Chinese culture and Buddha teaching, but also an unique heritage treasures that have Mahayana Buddhism and traditional Chinese rituals blend into a harmonious whole, in temple architecture and daily activities of worshipers.
Kek Lok Si translates as the Temple of serene Bliss from Hokkien. The highlight of the temple is the seven-storey white and gold Pagoda of Rama VI. Other places of interest at Kek Lok Si Temple are millions of magnificent images of Buddha, different sculptures carvings in both interior and exterior and the elevated position of the temple which provides an extraordinary view overlooking George Town and Penang.
One of the best time to visit Kek Lok Si Temple is during the Chinese New Year festivities.
Opening Hours :
9 am – 6 pm
Entrance Fee to Kek Lok Si :
You do not have to pay to enter the temple grounds, but you have to pay RM 2 if you want to visit the Pagoda and RM 2 each way to use the inclined lift to the top.
Contact :
kekloksitemple@gmail.com
04-8283317
https://kekloksitemple.com/
PENANG HILL
Access to the hill is most enjoyable by the Penang Hill Railway, a two section funicular railway which climbs Penang Hill from Air Itam. The railway was opened to the public on October 21, 1923 and the total journey takes about half an hour, with passengers changing cars at the mid-point station. The train may also stop at other intermediate stations upon request or the alighting of residents living around the hill.
*Update: The Penang Hill Furnicular Train service is currently undergoing a major upgrade and will be functioning as normal by the end of October 2010. Alternative transportation up to Penang Hill is available from the Penang Botanic Gardens Quarry.
Alternatively, there is a 5.1 km (3.17 mile) tarred road popularly known as the “jeep track”. It is open only to the vehicles of hill residents. The “jeep track” is also a popular hiking route. It begins at the quarry of the entrance of Penang Botanic Gardens and it takes a two or three hour leisure hike to reach the top.
The sights on Penang Hill itself is a nice relaxing view. Because of its cool weather, beautifully landscaped flowers of all colours bloom in full glory in the gorgeous flower garden.
Not only are the plants fresh with life but the modestly tiny bird park situated before the entrance of the old Bellevue hotel is alive with cheerful singing and the colourful dashes of the playful birds.
Besides that there is a tea kiosk, several restaurants, souvenir stalls, a mosque, and a Hindu temple for visitors to visit. A number of picturesque bungalows and guesthouses were built around Flagstaff Hill and some are up for rent for those who intend to stay for more than a day.
Numerous trekking trails lead from various starting points in the lowlands to Penang Hill. The more popular trails include the Moongate Trail, trail from Air Itam Dam to Tiger Hill, trail from Hye Keat Estate and trail from the Municipal Park (formerly Youth Park). Some of the trails are used by farmers to transport produces to the markets of Balik Pulau and Air Itam. Some of the more famous pit stops at the hill are 52 and 84. At these pit stops, the view of island is visible to hikers who are able to get some water and tea prepared by locals stationed on the hill.
Present on Penang Hill is also a 32 counder cannon, rich in historical value. Weighing 2.75 tons. It can fire a 32 pound ball propelled by an 11LB (5kg), gun powder charge giving a muzzle velocity of 1600 ft per second. Usually situated at the lower gun deck, with a muzzle some 2 m above water-line, it can reach the target range of 1,000 feet.
It is made of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin commonly used in 18th and 19th century artillery.
This cannon was probably transported from town to hill as an ornament or to warn the presence of pirates.
The new Penang Hill funicular train service has been opened to the public from April 25 after the upgrading. Before the upgrade, the total journey uphill takes about half an hour, with passengers changing cars at the mid-point station. The train may stop at other intermediate stations upon request. Unlike the previous train service, today, the new train does not require passengers to change trains half way up. Passengers will have non-stop service in air conditioned Swiss-made coaches.
The Penang Hill railway has been operating since 1923, providing 87 years of service until today. In 1977 new cars were provided, before the most recent upgrade starting February 2010. New cars were purchased to increase the passenger capacity as well as the speed of the train. Today it is capable of carrying up to 100 passengers at one go, and the train runs every half hour.
Operation Hours
| Monday to Sunday | Funicular Service | 6.30am, then hourly between 7.00am and 10.00pm (Last trip from Upper Station to Lower Station) |
|---|---|---|
| Ticketing Counter | 6.15am to 7.45pm |
Fare:
For Malaysian:
Adult Ticket(13 – 59 Years Old) Two-way ticket access
– Normal Lane @ RM 12
– Fast Lane @ RM 40
Children Ticket (4 – 12 Years Old) Two-way ticket access
– Normal Lane @ RM 6
– Fast Lane @ RM 20
Senior Citizen Ticket (60 Years Old & Above) Two-way ticket access
– Normal Lane @ RM 6
– Fast Lane @ RM 6
Monthly Funicular Pass
– MyKad/ MyKid @ RM 40
– Non-MyKad Holder @ RM 120
Disabled Person Free (with OKU card)
For Foreign Tourists:
Adult: RM 30 per adult (Fast Lane @ RM80)
Children: RM 15 (age 7-12) per child (Fast Lane @ RM40)
For further information, kindly contact:
Penang Hill Corporation (PHC)
Bukit Bendera, Penang Island 11300, Malaysia
Tel: 04-2288861 / 2288862
The TOP Penang
Penang’s Highest Iconic Entertainment Tower
Discover the largest and the best indoor theme park The Top Penang which offers you more than 18 themed attractions in one iconic destination.
Endless Fun at THE TOP
Have a never-ending fun on the highest tower in Penang. Eat, Play and Learn at the same time and same place. Spread some joys and enjoy your happy moments together with your friends and loved one!
ATTRACTIONS
The Top Penang Operation Hours:
The Largest Indoor Theme Park
Mon to Sun – 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Closed every Tuesday except during Public Holidays & School Holidays
The Top Rainbow Skywalk & Top View Restaurant
Mon to Sun – 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Closed on Monday
*Last entry of observatory deck at 8.30pm
Closed every Tuesday, except on Public holidays & School Holidays
More information : https://thetop.com.my/
PENANG STREET ART & HISTORICAL
UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring graphic street art depicting the life of the people of Penang.
In the last few years since 2012, Penang Street Art has become a very popular tourist attraction in the old part of the city, so much so that you will often find crowds of people waiting to have their photo taken in front of the wall paintings.
There are a number of official street arts in Georgetown, painted by a young Lithuanian artist named Ernest Zacharevic.
Historical Streets of George Town
George Town, Panang’s capital city, is a stunning mix of European and Asian influences. Over the past five centuries, the city has grown into a vibrant port town and tourist destination, but without losing the unique legacy that caused her to receive UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2008.
While George Town’s architecture is impressive anywhere, the old streets around the Lebuh Acheh historical enclave hold the most significance–from old Chinese shophouses to British colonial mansions and clan houses to a number of temples representing several religions, these historical streets are fascinating to explore.
Among George Town’s most significant historical buildings, you’ll find the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, one of only three mansions outside China built using traditional Feng Shui architectural principles, and an early 19th-century Chinese temple dedicated to the Goddess Kuan Yin. The Penang State Museum & Art Gallery, which explores Penang’s past and cultural legacy, is a good stop if you want to better understand the importance of this area.
The best way to explore the historical area of George Town is to just walk around and appreciate the rows of wooden shutters, low shophouses, stucco buildings, and colorful details on the most unexpected structures.
BATU FERRINGHI BEACH AND NIGHT MARKET
Batu Ferringhi is a suburb of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located along the northern coast of Penang Island and about 11 km (6.8 mi) northwest of the city centre, it is the prime beach destination in Penang among locals and tourists. To cater to the influx of tourists, several major high-rise hotels have been established along the 4 km (2.5 mi) stretch of beaches.
Batu Ferringhi Beach is an adventure land where you can get your adrenalin racing while on a leisure holiday. The availability of Jet Skis and Parasailing sports by the seaside is a major lure that pulls every tourist who visits this town in Penang. Apart from just laying around the beach and taking a sunbath, other things you can do here are getting a buggy ride on the golden sand, go deep sea fishing or revel in a banana boat ride. In addition, Batu Ferringhi is famous for its night market that offers a wide variety of merchandise and street food.
Although Batu Ferringhi does not have a shopping centre, the suburb is notable for its night market. Souvenirs, DVDs, artworks, jerseys, and other apparels and accessories can be found at bargain prices within the night market, which is also lined with various food stalls that sell Penang’s famed street cuisine and titbits.
