Pulau Tikus, George Town

Name: Pulau Tikus
Address: George Town, Malaysia

#92 among attractions in George Town

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Pulau Tikus is a northwestern suburb of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Situated between the city centre and Tanjung Tokong, this upper class suburb was named after a rock just off the coast of Penang Island. It is home to small minorities of Eurasians, Thais and Burmese. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 5°25'55"N, 100°18'42"E

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Pulau Tikus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gurney Drive, Gurney Plaza, Gurney Paragon, Dhammikarama Burmese Temple.

~1780 ftN
Shopping district, Shopping
Gurney Drive, George Town
9 min walk • Gurney Drive, a bustling seaside promenade in George Town, Malaysia, serves as a magnet for both locals and tourists seeking a vibrant shopping and culinary experience. This iconic stretch along the coastline is renowned for its open-air hawker food courts and modern...
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Gurney Plaza, George Town
11 min walk • Gurney Plaza stands as a modern testament to the vibrant shopping culture in George Town, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang. This premier shopping centre, strategically located on the famous Gurney Drive promenade, provides both locals and tourists with...
~1670 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Gurney Paragon, George Town
9 min walk • Gurney Paragon stands as a contemporary icon of luxury and lifestyle in the heart of George Town, Malaysia. This upscale shopping centre, nestled along the prominent Gurney Drive, offers a blend of retail therapy, gastronomic delights, and entertainment options for...
~870 ftE
Temple, Buddhist architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, George Town
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of George Town, Malaysia, the Dhammikarama Burmese Temple stands as a beacon of tranquility and spiritual heritage. This exquisite temple, established in 1803, holds the distinction of being the oldest Burmese Buddhist temple in Malaysia.
~450 ftE
Temple, Buddhist architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Wat Chaiyamangkalaram, George Town
3 min walk • Wat Chaiyamangkalaram is a vibrant testament to the spiritual heritage of George Town, Malaysia. This Thai Buddhist temple, renowned for its striking architecture and colorful facade, is a serene oasis amidst the bustling city ambiance.
1.3 miSE
5°25'14"N • 100°19'37"E
New World Park Penang, George Town
34 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.5 miSE
Temple
Wat Buppharam, George Town
14 min walk • Wat Buppharam, a serene Buddhist temple nestled in the bustling city of George Town, Malaysia, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This tranquil place of worship, with its intricate designs and spiritual ambiance, offers a respite from the urban...
0.5 miNE
Waterfront
Gurney Wharf, George Town
14 min walk • Gurney Wharf is a planned seafront park, with land for this purpose currently being reclaimed off Gurney Drive in George Town, Penang.
1.5 miSE
5°25'3"N • 100°19'44"E
Glass Museum Penang bin cheng bo li bo wu guan, George Town
40 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.1 miW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Balathandayuthapani Temple, George Town
28 min walk • The Balathandayuthapani Temple, officially the Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Kovil, better known as the Waterfall Hill Temple or "Thaneer Malai" by locals, is a temple complex located in George Town, Penang. The main deity of this temple is Murugan. Visitors need to climb 513 stairs to reach the temple.
~1110 ftNW
Church
Church of the Immaculate Conception, George Town
6 min walk • Church of the Immaculate Conception is a church and parish located in Pulau Tikus, George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The church was founded in 1811 and is the second oldest church in the diocese after Church of the Assumption.

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Which popular attractions are close to Pulau Tikus?

Nearby attractions include Wat Chaiyamangkalaram, George Town (3 min walk), Kampung Siam, George Town (3 min walk), Dhammikarama Burmese Temple, George Town (5 min walk), Kampong Serani, George Town (6 min walk).