Khoo Kongsi
The forefathers of the Khoo family who emigrated from South China built it as a clan-house for members of the Khoo family. It was burnt down in 1894 and some believed that it was due to its resemblance to the Emperor's palace. A scaled down version was later built in 1902. The building features a magnificent hall embellished with intricate carvings and richly ornamented beams of the finest wood bearing the mark of master craftmen from China.

Penang Hill ( Bukit Bendera )
Malaysia's first hill station, Penang Hill is 830 meters (2730ft) above sea level, visitors can ascend to the top by either hiking up or by the funicular railway which has been operational since 1922. Apart from the cool, refreshing climate and the fantastic view at the summit, visitors can also view the picturesque bungalows, a beautiful flower garden and a bird park.
There are bungalows for rent and a hotel for those who want to stay for more than a day. Visitors can also indulge in refreshments and snacks at a convenient tea kiosk located on top of the hill.

There is a good walking track up the hill. It takes 4 hours to reach the top and is recommended only for the energetic. The jungle trail begins at the 'moongate' at Jalan Air Terjun, approximately 300m from the Botanical Gardens entrance.

Kek Lok Si Temple
The Kek Lok Si Temple had taken 20 years to build and is said to be one of the finest Buddhist temples in South East Asia. The magnificent temple was built in tiers, culminating with the finely crafted "Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas". Visitors to the temple will enjoy a good view of the surrounding scenery.

Penang's Famed Beaches
The northern shores of Penang Island are well known for its beautiful beaches with its golden sand and deep blue sea, making the beaches a famous spot for both locals and visitors to Penang. Along these beaches are resorts of international standard which offer a host of water-based recreational facilities. Visit the Batu Ferringhi Beach, which offers all the scenic delights of a tropical island paradise. Along the beaches are many 5 star hotels with water sports, swimming pools and a variety of restaurants with a fantastic view of the sea. Service is much better here with most of the staff speaking English. Along the main road are more restaurants and outlets that will provide a fair bit of entertainment in the evenings when the sun is down.

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Snake Temple
Snake temple which was built in 1850 is a sanctuary for poisonous snakes. They coiled around the pillars, beams and potted plants within the temple and are believed to be rendered harmless by the smoke of the burning incense. 

Penang Museum, and Art Gallery, Lebuh Farquhar
Built in 1821, the Museum houses a fine collection of old photographs, maps, charts and other historical relics. There are also Malay daggers (Keris), Chinese furniture, embroidery and painting of old Penang.
The Art Gallery on the first floor displays the works of local artists and is the venue for special exhibitions. The statue of Captain Francis Light graces the grounds in front of the building.

Fort Cornwallis, Lebuh Light
The fort was built on the site of Francis Light's historic landing in 1786. Originally a wooden stockade, it was replaced by a concrete structure built by convict labor, in 1804. Today, an open-air amphitheater, a history gallery and a handicraft and souvenir center occupies the interior. It houses the famous Dutch cannon presented to the Sultan of Johor by the Dutch and which finally found its way to Penang after being looted by the Portuguese.

P.Ramlee's House
Situated along Jalan P. Ramlee (formerly Caunterhall Road), is the newly restored wooden house, to commemorate the late P.Ramlee, Malaysia's foremost entertainer. Originally built in 1926 by his farther and uncle, the house had previously undergone successive repairs before being taken over by the National Archives as an extension of its P.Ramlee Memorial project in Kuala Lumpur.
The display within and outside the house features the main living areas and also the life history of the late singer, actor, composer and director. The various artifacts include his personal memorabilia related to his life in Penang and also items belonging to his family.

Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden offers peace and tranquility amidst lush green surroundings, tropical plants and the vibrant colours of Penang's flora. The 30-hectare garden also features a waterfall. Created in 1884 by the British, it was meant as a tribute to Charles Curtis, its first superintendent who collected botanical specimens from the surrounding hills - specimens which have since become significant samples in the world's major herbariums.
The garden is also well-known for their bold Rhesus monkeys.