Penang’s museum trail—a trial to remember

Immerse yourself in three dimensional art and craft, and click unreal pictures to share with friends on social media! Museums are often perceived as serious, where kids often bore themselves to sleep. Penang has changed the narrative while offering one of the most visually engaging and evocative galleries and collections. George Town, the capital of Penang, is a city-stage for craftsmen, designers, visualisers and their vivid creations. The flourishing art scene depicts a more-than-casual relationship that this island has with the finer things of life. The booming museum and gallery sector brings local lifestyle, culture and history to the popular forum. Plan a family vacation to Penang. Now.
Download this complete guide to know what Penang offers through its many galleries. The chronological order of museums listed suggests an efficient route to follow. Except for Penang War Museum, The Owl Museum and The Toy Museum, all others recommended in this trail are within walking or biking radius of George Town World Heritage Site and each will require a minimum of 30 min of visiting time. These places encourage you to bring your camera and, in most, you simply have to follow the photo-point icons marked on the floor to click your ideal 3D pictures. With admission fee varying from RM 1 to RM 35, these sites are open on all days between 9 AM and 5 PM, unless otherwise mentioned. Here’s a tip for do-it-yourself travellers. To avail up to 20 percent discount on museum tickets, you can buy the Travel Privilege Card (RM 20) from Penang Tourist Centre.