Taman Happy Valley
George Town
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Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Taman Happy Valley
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Great hotel, very modern and clean. Only downside, there was loud music until midnight during the week.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Returning stay. love it. very accessible and convenient
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
location is very convenient. Hotel is well placed and very comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Clean room
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
We have stayed at the E and O three times over the past 20 years. I love this hotel! Its old colonial flavour sits well with me. The new part is lovely too but this time we stayed in the Heritage wing which will always be my favourite. Our room 010 which had a separate lounge and twin bedded room, ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Firstly, if you get a room that is not facing the pool beware where it faces. There is a mosque beside the hotel and they do have prayer calls 5 times a day, including 1 before bedtime and another at 6am. For those not used to it, it can be very jarring. Food is mediocre and expected for the price ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Taman Happy Valley
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.
Pulau Tikus
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.
Relau
While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
Sungai Dua
When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Kampung Sungai Nibong
Kampung Sungai Nibong is well liked for its shopping. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena.
