Museum / Mansion
Feel bored when thinking about museums? Your answer will be NO if you come to Penang. Check out all these museums and make your trip unforgettable!
TeddyVille Museum
Teddy bear lover! Heads up! Teddy Ville Museum is a must-visit place for you in Penang. As the first and largest collection of Teddy Bears museum in Malaysia, there is never a moment of dullness once you enter the museum. You'll feel like entering a secret world of Teddy Bear as plenty of Teddy Bear collections from ages (some may go to nearly 100 years old) are waiting to be discovered. It's also a magical journey for you to discover and experience the culture and history of Penang with the “help” of Teddy Bears of all sizes, either miniature teddies or even human-sized ones. Let TeddyVille Museum lead the way to set free your inner child and impress you. Click HERE and follow me into this fantastic museum that you'll never regret. “At TeddyVille Museum, you're never too old to have your own teddy bear.”
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)
Strolling through the vibrant streets of Georgetown, Penang, you can't miss the enchanting allure of the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, also known as the Blue Mansion. The Blue Mansion isn't frozen in time; it is transformed into a boutique heritage hotel and blends modern comfort with historical charm. For those looking to immerse themselves even further in the mansion's history, staying overnight at the boutique heritage hotel is a must. The mansion also hosts a variety of restaurants, each offering a unique dining experience. More than a tourist attraction, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion invites you to step into its storied halls and witness the beauty of Penang's past.
Asia Camera Museum
Have you ever imagined how your grandparents’ photo was taken in the earlier day? Photography is an essential part of our trip; a camera is a must-bring item to capture all the precious moments with your loved one! With one press on your digital camera, you can get a photo that you capture easily. Isn't it? Come and understand the evolution of cameras in the Asia Camera Museum at Penang, which will wow you beyond belief! It'll never fail to amaze you with the availability of more than 1000 cameras and their accessories that you may never come across. Don’t miss the chance to visit the darkroom and camera repair workplace, which allows you to “play” around with tools.
Sun Yat Sen Museum
Want to know more about the history of Sun Yat Sen’s early revolution in Penang? Pay a visit to Sun Yat Sen Museum, which will bring you back to the year 1910. It's also the year the world's oldest Chinese newspaper, Kwong Wah Yit Poh, was founded. With the presence of the courtyard garden, timber staircase, and traditional Nyonya kitchen, it’s the greatest destination for you to explore and discover the history of Sun Yat Sen’s early revolution in Penang. It’s located at Armenian Street in Georgetown’s Core Heritage Zone. With the permanent exhibition and guided tour, it's worth every step of the way. Keep your camera handy as it’ll net you some incredible photos, such as the original 1920s firewood stove. Do drop by and have a visit if you happen to be in Penang. It’s certainly an experience that should not be missed.
Glass Museum
As awarded the First Glass Museum in Malaysia and achieved the record for completing the Longest Motive Glass Batik by the Malaysia Book of Records, you have no reason to exclude it from your Penang trip itinerary. Grab as much knowledge of glass as you can while visiting this museum. Don’t forget to explore the largest glass sculpture as well as its colourful artwork on glass before you leave. Souvenirs always remind you of an interesting place you have visited. In the Glass Museum, you can make your own glass based on your creativity. It'll be one of the unique souvenirs that you can take home with you from Penang. What are you waiting for? Start planning your journey to the Glass Museum to discover the world of glass now!
Penang Peranakan Mansion
Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, Penang Peranakan Mansion is a captivating museum that offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Peranakan community in the late 19th century. The mansion was once home to a wealthy Peranakan family and has been restored to showcase its intricate architecture and lavish interior decor. From ornate tiles and antique furniture to elaborate wedding costumes and exquisite jewellery, the mansion's collection of artefacts is a fascinating display of Peranakan culture and history. As you wander through the mansion's many rooms, you'll be transported back in time and immerse yourself in the unique heritage of Penang's Peranakan community. Whether you're a history buff, an art enthusiast, or appreciate beautiful architecture, a visit to Penang Peranakan Mansion is an unforgettable experience.
Batik Painting Museum
Batik Painting Museum in Penang is where the magic of batik comes to life in the most breathtaking way. Here, you'll find a fusion of styles and influences, with artists using batik to express their unique perspectives. It's a journey into the minds of these artists, allowing you to connect with the passion and creativity behind each masterpiece. It's a place where tradition and modernity converge in a symphony of colours. If you love art and culture, this museum is a must-visit destination on your Penang itinerary.
Wonderfood Museum
Penang has been ranked as the World’s Number 1 Best Food destination by Lonely Planet in the year 2014 and one of the 15 Best Cities in the World of Food by The Culture Trip in the year 2016. What makes Penang food so attractive? You'll get the answer by visiting Wonderfood Museum – the world’s first food-themed fantasy exhibition. Don’t miss the chance to “stay” close to the giant-sized bowl of the famous Penang foods – Laksa, Cendol as well as the king of fruit, Durian. They're the most significant parts of this museum that you'll not want to skip. Trust me, you'll not regret it once you step in, especially if you wish to have a better understanding of Malaysian cuisine.
Toy Museum
Every one of us has a memorable childhood and there is always “someone” who accompanies us to create it. Who is your best “friend” during your childhood? Pay a visit to Asia’s first and the world’s largest Toy Museum where you'll able to “meet” all your best “friends”. It's a must-visit destination if you're a super fan of Hollywood Marvel Heroes. Get your camera ready and capture this memorable moment with “them”. On top of that, the heritage garden will be another great attraction in the Toy Museum. Have a leisure walk on the walkways while enjoying the breathtaking view of the garden. If you're lucky, you'll get the chance to see the huge eagle circling the garden. Set free your inner child while you explore this museum!
Upside Down Museum
Travel can be a trick you play on yourself. You can almost make yourself believe you're “Spider-Man” when you visit the Upside Down Museum. As an interactive museum, this museum offers a unique experience for you where everything is designed upside down. With the unique design, photo opportunities are around every corner of the museum. Make sure you get help from the staff to guide you on the way to pose and have “funny” photos. Get your camera ready and capture all the funny moments in this museum. No journey to the Upside Down Museum will be complete without taking those photos. Lastly, it'll be one of the greatest ways to challenge your visuals and balance. Are you ready?
Colonial Penang Museum
A perfect place of attraction if you're looking for the history of Penang’s colonial. With the presence of unique antiques, it's the greatest destination for you to explore and discover the lifestyle of British administrators as well as the wealthy businessmen of old Penang. The highlight of the visit will be the handwritten document by Captain Francis Light, the founder of Penang. This is one of the important masterpieces which you can’t afford to miss the chance to witness in this colonial museum. Come and pay a visit to this colonial museum as the wonder of arts is something you can only appreciate when viewed with your own two eyes. This is definitely a destination where you should always be camera-ready! (Temporarily Closed - updated by May 2024)
Gold Museum
Imagine that you're given a chance to touch and feel a 50kg gold bar and a 30kg silver bar. Will you be excited? Gold Museum - a destination for everyone, whether you're travelling as a family, with a friend or a solo traveller. While discovering and exploring the World of Gold, don’t miss the chance to participate in the gold panning activity. This will be one of the greatest activities that you can ever find in this museum. You're allowed to bring home as a special souvenir if you manage to discover any gold flakes through this activity. Sound incredible? It guarantees an unforgettable lifetime experience. Besides, you could never imagine how the pouring process of gold and silver until you witness it with your own eyes. It'll never fail to amaze you! (Permanently Closed - updated by May 2024)
Dark Mansion
A destination that you can almost make yourself believe you're actually living in another place. Sound unbelievable? Take your first step towards Dark Mansion – the first and only 3D glow in the Dark Museum in Malaysia to discover and experience yourself. With the effect of a special light to create a day-to-night transition, it's a place where magic comes alive. Open your eyes and surprise will come anytime! It doesn’t just happen in the movies; Dark Mansion offers the opportunity where you can witness a “waterfall turn into the volcano in seconds”. What an amazing and incredible place! Make every step at Dark Mansion a journey of discovery for you. (Permanently Closed - updated by Mar 2024)
My Crystal Museum
What comes to your mind when think about crystal? A small, tiny, sparkling item? As the world's largest natural crystal museum, it'll definitely surprise you once you step into the museum. Having over 2000 pieces of natural crystal provides the opportunity for you to discover how crystal is formed. Most of the crystal collections are found at Mount Keriang, Kedah, and most importantly, all of them are natural without any additional process. If you look closer, you'll notice that the natural crystals are shaped into a variety of characters over a long period of time. Use your imagination and discover how many “characters” are available in this museum. (Permanently Closed - updated by Jul 2020)
