As the undisputed culinary capital of Malaysia, Penang’s food scene is as diverse as it is delicious. Let a guide reveal the best of the city’s dishes on a half-day tour of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its culture and cuisine. You’ll receive personalized attention in a small group limited to six as your guide provides a comprehensive introduction to Penang that’s ideal for first-time visitors.

Discover the culture and cuisine of Penang with a guide for an enhanced experience
Ensure you sample the best of the city's world-famous food scene
A small group limited to six ensures an intimate atmosphere
Exploring on foot provides a more intimate glimpse into George Town

What's Included

Professional English speaking tour/host
Lunch and beverages
Local taxes

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Personal expenses

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Ren I Tang Heritage Inn
82 A, Lebuh Penang, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Go to the corner of Lebuh Penang and Lebuh China, and the Ren is the white colonial style building on the corner. You will meet your host at the Bistro on the ground floor. If you're early or have any questions, simply inform the staff at the Bistro that you're here for the Heritage on a Plate food tour.

Start time

10:30 am

End point

Lebuh Kimberley
Lebuh Kimberley, George Town, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

What To Expect

Little India - Penang

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Chulia Street

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Penang

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 4 people per booking

Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travellers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

31 reviews

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Penang food tour

Bobby_M, Aug 2023

This tour hit some must try dishes in Malaysia. The char kway teoh and samosa that they showed us were our favorites from the tour. If you're unsure of where to eat or things to do in Penang, the guides are knowledgeable and will happily offer recommendations. Jeremy and Brandon were very kind.

Excellent food tour

Lucy_W, Mar 2023

This was such a great tour! Our guide was so informative, not just on the food of Penang but the history too. All of the food we tried was amazing and in eateries which we probably wouldn’t have found if we hadn’t done the tour. Would definitely recommend this to anyone travelling to Penang.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Thanks so much Lucy!!

Great tour as Jeremy our...

Dale_H, Feb 2023

Great tour as Jeremy our guide gave us a lot of historical information of the area as well as explaining all the types of food we tried in Penang. The food was excellent and got a better idea of life in Malaysia.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

So glad you enjoyed the day—and the food! Thanks and have a great time!

Jeremy provided an...

Daniel_B, Feb 2023

Jeremy provided an excellent introduction to Malay food and culture. We visited everything from street stalls and modest curb side restaurants to upscale restaurants. Jeremy also provided insights to the various ethnic and cultural communities.

My husband and I did this tour with...

Kerry G, Apr 2017

My husband and I did this tour with our 4 year old son and were the only people on the tour. Our guide Jeremy was flexible with catering to our needs and was happy to answer all our questions including questions not really related to food. We enjoyed going to places we wouldn't find on our own and trying the different local dishes, and hearing about the background to the dishes. Another highlight was the summary email Jeremy sent - outlining the places we went and the food we had, as well as recommendations of other places to go and what to have there and even how to order particular things. I'd highly recommend doing one of the Heritage on a Plate tours - particularly early on in your stay at Penang - however I would recommend trying for the dinner hop if possible because it is really hot in the middle of the day!