Lean Giap Arts & Crafts, George Town

Lonely PlanetJul 22

The capital of Penang is a destination for those with open minds and eager palates.

Stocks vintage tiffin carriers and old-timey clocks.

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Kool KongsiRestaurantJapanese-style listening bar with vinyl records.
Lean Giap Arts & CraftsMarketStocks vintage tiffin carriers and old-timey clocks.
The EdisonHotelA boutique property, formerly a tycoon's mansion.
Lebuh ArmenianNeighborhoodStreet art by Ernest Zacharevic, including Children on a Bicycle.
Isaac CordalSightSpanish sculptor's tiny figures symbolize imperfect society.
GuruWalkPlaceFree walking tour led by Uncle Eskay, covers 15 points.
Moh Teng PheowRestaurantEssential stop for bite-sized, brightly colored nonya kuih.
Penang HillSightRide the funicular for coffee and cake with lush greenery.
Tropical Spice GardenTrailYoga and forest bathing at a former rubber plantation.
Straits & Oriental MuseumMuseumCultural attraction with ticket price from RM17.
Khoo KongsiSightClan house with ticket price from RM17.
Spice & Spicy Nasi LemakRestaurantDinner for two costs RM30–50.
Cheong Fatt Tze MansionHotel
Pinang Peranakan MansionMuseum
SifuRestaurant
Bibik's KitchenRestaurant
Kopi HutanRestaurant
Roti Bakar Hutton LaneRestaurant

Lean Giap Arts & Crafts