Penang Ferry Museum

The Penang Ferry Museum, located at the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal in George Town, celebrates the rich maritime legacy of Penang’s iconic ferry service, which has connected the island and mainland since 1894. The museum features historical displays, vintage photographs, ferry models, and interactive exhibits that trace the evolution of the ferries from steam-powered vessels to modern roll-on/roll-off designs. Visitors can also explore the stories of those who worked on the ferries, offering a nostalgic glimpse into one of Penang’s most enduring symbols of heritage and connection. It opens daily from 9am till 10pm.

Ticket prices: For Malaysian ID-holders (MyKad) it’s RM29 for adults and RM15 for children. For non-MyKad visitors it’s RM39 for adults and RM19 for children.

Penang Naturescape: Teluk Aling Beach

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The Teluk Aling Beach is a small stretch of beach along the north-western tip of the Penang island, which is connected to the Monkey Beach (or Teluk Duyung beach). The pier belonging to the University of Science Malaysia (USM)’s Centre for Marine and Coastal studies (CEMACS) can be seen on the beach. The beaches form part of the Penang National Park in Teluk Bahang.