Is there any markets that specifically sells toys? When we went to Korea, there was a place called Toy Street which was basically a whole street of vendors that sold toys. Is there any equivalent in Penang? My son collects army and police toys (he's 6). Are there any markets that anyone can recommend?

Thanks!

Does anyone know of a local who knows the history of Penang and can do a walking tour with architectural references?

Hello!

Apologies for positing something that I’m sure has been posted many times before. My girlfriend and I will be staying in Penang for one month, working remotely while we are here. Looking for advice on where specifically to stay.

We would like to stay somewhere that:

• is walkable
• is authentic: we want to see and experience Malaysian culture
• has good food
• is accessible to explore new places for day trips, weekend trips. Where we stay will be our home base for the month but we want to travel around and explore.
• has community: we want to be able to meet people
• has things to do and see

We are in our late 20s, nearing 30.

Thank you so so much!

Don’t go by car, you will be stuck at the one way traffic for hours

Hi everyone, I am visiting Penang in February, Can you please suggest me some must try restaurants/dishes , activities and places ? I will only be there for 3 days.

You can also suggest things/places to avoid, and also what is a not to do/considered as disrespect.

Thanks a lot in advance

On the websites Busonlineticket and ezbook, there's literally 1 bus and almost similar situation on other days

I want to take a bus around 1pm for it but there's no option it seems

Hey all. Just accepted a job in Penang. Me and my wife plan to arrive after the summer and we're looking for some budget advice. Have checked here already but most posts are from 2+ years ago so was hoping to get some updated advice. We are looking to get a 2 bed, most likely in Georgetown and would love to hear your thoughts on our budget. Prices are MYR per month

Apartment - 2600

Utilities - 600

Car (rent + fuel) - 2000

Phone (2 people) -200

Groceries -600

Entertainment/ Eating out - 1500

Also I have heard that the initial setup of an apartment can be quite expensive, like 2 months deposit and high agents fees. Thanks for advance for your help

I considered posting this in the MLP Reddit, but feel like here would be more area-specific 😭. Pre-thanks for the help! ❤️

Hey guys where can I go to buy embroidered patches? I’ve got a spiffy new denim jacket and I wanna decorate 😊

Hey there!! I'm thinking about doing the trail at the national park tomorrow. Came across some guides online. But want a second opinion on it. mainly I wanna do the hike. Any suggestions ? Thanks in advance!!

Hey, I’m a tourist from europe, staying in Penang for 3 days, and I’d like to play a game or two of basketball.

Lmk in the comments.

I live in Bangkok and I'm thinking of moving to Penang. If I do, I will need to set up an office for my small e-commerce and software business, probably employing 3~5 people. But some friends told me that I should go to KL because it will be easier to hire in KL and Penang is a bit too relaxing environment. That's true for me, every time I went to Penang, I completely forgot about my work.

What are the pros and cons of KL and Penang for small e-commerce and software businesses?

Happy Chinese New Year and happy holidays everyone! I’m visiting for a short while and would like to know of weightlifting gyms that will be open over CNY. Bonus if you could share recommendations for local food places too! I’ll be staying in Butterworth. Thank you all :)

I’m currently in Georgetown and hoping to go to Langkawi in a couple of days, I’m traveling by bicycle so flying isn’t ideal. Is there any boats traveling to Langkawi from around this area?

Hey guys,

I’m really curious what are the most high-end, exclusive residential areas in Penang? In KL, you always hear about places like Bukit Damansara, Bangsar, and Taman Tun as the spots for old-money families and the wealthy.

What’s the Penang version of that? Which neighborhoods are considered the most prestigious, and how would you rank them?

Would love to hear from locals or anyone who knows the property scene there ))

Does anyone in Penang sell keropok sayur? I bought some really tasty ones from a roadside stand when I last visited Meleka but can seem to find any in Penang. Suggestions? Thanks

Hello People of Penang.

I am fond of collecting postcards but I don't have one from Penang.

Can a resident or visitor send me a postcard from there?

Thank you! :)

How easy is it to get a grab driver to accept a trip to a place like the Tropical Fruit Farm? And how easy is it to hail a grab from that location too? Was thinking of doing the Fruit Farm plus Entopia since they are relatively close.

Hi! We will visit penang on Feb 6-7

Wondering if what’s the best night market to go to? I searched and saw chulia street night market and Batu ferringhi night market.

Also, is there any other place to shop?

Thank you :)

Hi, I’ll be traveling to Penang in a week and staying near Batu Ferringhi. Could anyone share how the weather is around there right now? I saw that there’s a possibility of thunderstorms and lightning showers.

I’m particularly interested in water activities. Are they doable this time of year considering the weather? Any recommendations? If not, I’d love to hear some alternatives for fun things to do in the area. I’ll be exploring Georgetown too.

Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi there,

I'm coming to Penang for 5 days in late April and i'd really like to go snorkelling at Pulau Payar if the weather permits. All the tours I can find from Penang are not currently available. Is it still possible to join a tour from Penang to Pulau Payar for snorkelling? Should I make my own way there by public transport? I have my own snorkelling gear.

Thank you for any advice you may have for me.

Hi, new to penang here. Anyone got recommendations for cendol area bayan lepas? Mostly what i googled are far away from my area. Just wanna get some cold cendol after work or when im craving

My wife and I are travelling to Malaysia in a few months and are planning our itinerary already. We will be flying for ~26 hours! So, we really want to make the most out of our trip. Thank you in advance for the recs

Will be catching the 5:15am train to KL, since last ferry from island to butterworth is at 11.30pm, there going to be a few hours wait till 5:15 am. Are there any cafe open at that time around that area or can your please recommend something please?

I’m moving to Penang in April from Europe and I’ve suddenly realised that potentially there will be snakes in Malaysia. I am absolutely terrified of snakes. How common are they are has anyone any tips on avoidance?

Hi everyone. I came back to Malaysia for the holidays and I'm staying in Penang. I recently noticed a massive cloud of smoke near Pearl View Hotel. Anyone know what that is?

I’ve had a look online and have found PropertyGuru, I thought to ask here if there was a best site for finding a cheap apartment to buy in Georgetown, if you could assist - I thank you.