PEN · Malaysia
An island of heritage streets and famous street food, centred on George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Penang suits travellers who like to wander and eat. George Town, the island's capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a grid of restored shophouses, clan houses, temples and mosques, with street art murals around many corners.
Spend your evenings at the hawker stalls: char kway teow and assam laksa are the dishes to try.
Entry rules for Malaysia depend on your passport and can change. Check the official sources below before you book and again before you travel. If you need Malaysia's online arrival card, use only the Immigration Department's own website.
See your doctor or a travel clinic a few weeks before you go. Use sun protection, drink plenty of water, guard against mosquito bites and take care with food and water.
Malaysia's currency is the ringgit (MYR). Carry cash for markets, food stalls and small shops, and ask your bank what your card costs to use abroad.
General information only, not legal or medical advice. Rules change, so check the official source before you travel.
Checked on 14 October 2026
