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Penang is world-famous as the region’s food paradise. Penang Hill has a selection of eateries, from fine dining restaurant a la English, fast food outlet, street food café and others. There is also the not-to-be-missed Chicken Peas Special Masala by Uncle Sakthivel.
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- Cliff Cafe. Cliff Cafe (also known as Astaka Bukit Bendera) is Penang Hill's spacious three-storey food and beverage centre that houses a food court and a variety of souvenir and drinks stalls.
- The Habitat Cafe. Tucked away in The Habitat Penang Hill, The Habitat Cafe is a tranquil spot surrounded by foliage and lush greens. With a chic interior, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and a calming vibe, there's nothing like sipping on a cup of coffee with the sounds of the birds chirping outside.
- Kopi Hutan. Did you know that you can visit the highest cafe in the city on Penang Hill? Tucked away in the Monkey Cup Garden, Kopi Hutan is where you can enjoy a good cup of coffee, delectable cakes, or a sandwich while being surrounded by trees and fresh air.
- David Brown's Restaurant and Tea Terraces. Tucked away in a picturesque corner of Penang Hill, David Brown's is a true-blue English teahouse where you can enjoy an elegant afternoon tea or fancy dinner.
- How to Reach Penang Hill?
- Penang Hill by Rapid Penang Bus
- Reaching Penang Hill from Penang Botanical Gardens
- Where to Stay at Penang Hill
- A Brief History of Penang Hill
- How to Get on Top of Penang Hill
- The Easy Way: Take Penang Hill Funicular Trail
- How Much Does It Cost to Go Up Penang Hill by Train?
- Penang Hill Funicular Train Timings
- Best Things to Do at Penang Hill
First of all, here is a map of Penang Hill’s main peak: Please understand that when people say “Penang Hill”, most refer to its very top, the area around the Upper Station of the famous Penang Hill funicular train, where there are several attractions and places to eat we will describe later in this article. But Penang Hill, in truth, is a cluster o...
You can reach Penang Hill using Rapid Penang Bus Route 204, shuttling from Weld Quay, the old Penang Ferry jetty, via Jalan Ria near KOMTAR, Air Hitam, and finally to the lower station of Penang Hill Funicular train.
A paved and motorable road to the top of Penang Hill leaves from the car park in front of Penang Botanic Gardens. You can’t drive your own vehicle unless you have a permit, though. A jeep service to the top used to start from here, but it is currently not operating because of the coronavirus lockdowns. Nobody will stop you from walking up along thi...
We already compiled lists of recommended best boutique hotels in George Town, Penang budget hotels, Penang backpacker hostels and the best 5-star hotels in Penang, but the following are a few recommended suggestions if you want to base yourself on Penang Hill. HOTELS ON PENANG HILL Bellevue Hotel is the long-standing trusted option near Penang Hill...
Established in 1787 by Francis Light, Penang Hill was the first hill station in Malaysia, developed on the model of other British colonial hill stations in India. The original name was “Bukit Bendera”, or “Flag Hill” in Malay, from the flagship pole near the Bel Retiro, the residence of the Governor of Penang builti by Light in 1789. This area of c...
First of all, here’s a map of Penang Hill Lower Station from where you can take the Funicular Train to the top of Penang Hill.
The easiest way to visit Penang Hill is by taking the Funicular Train from Lower to Upper Station. The journey takes only about 10 minutes, but as it’s a very popular destination. It can get very crowded and queues are the norm on weekends. Try to go early orpre-book your Penang Funicular Train tickets here.
This is a table of Penang Hill Funicular Train ticket costs. Unfortunately, foreigners pay much more (RM30 for Adults/RM15 for children up to 12 years old return) than Malaysians (RM15 for adults/RM8 for children return) for the exact same service. When this silly double-tiering pricing that sounds so much like a post-colonial hangover will finally...
Normally, the first train leaves Penang Hill Lower Station at 6.30 am (ideal to arrive and set up your tripod to take pictures of the sunrise) and the last descends at 11 pm. But at the moment, given Malaysia’s Movement Control Order, Penang Hill is either closed to visitors, or train operating times have been reduced to 6.30 am/8 pm on weekdays an...
Now that you reached the top of Penang Hill, please follow our suggestions on some of the best things to see and do here.
Restaurants near Penang Hill, George Town on Tripadvisor: Find traveller reviews and candid photos of dining near Penang Hill in George Town, Penang.
Restaurants near Penang Hill, George Town on Tripadvisor: Find traveler reviews and candid photos of dining near Penang Hill in George Town, Penang.
Don’t worry about having to bring food up to Penang Hill as there are cafes up here and they are open throughout the day (~9.00am to 7.00pm)! 1. Cliff Café (Astaka Bukit Bendera)
Jul 2, 2024 · So which dishes can’t you miss while you’re in Penang? Well, I have the perfect list for you. We flew in on a Friday night and flew out on a Sunday, and we made sure we hit up all the must-eats in Penang. Delicious Food in Penang. Tips for visiting Penang; What to eat in Penang. 1. Penang Char Koay Teow; 2. Asam Laksa; 3. Tau Sar Piah; 4 ...
