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Also known as Persiaran Gurney, Gurney Drive is probably one of the most popular places in Penang. To stand out from the original Georgetown’s Esplanade, it is also known as “The New Esplanade”. It is flooded with hawkers and restaurants which come to life at night time and it gives great dining experience by the sea. Gurney Drive was named after a Malayan High Commissioner, Sir Henry Gurney, who was killed during the period of Emergency by the guerrillas who belonged to the Malayan Communist Party in the early 1950s.
If Penang is known as the food capital of Malaysia, Gurney Drive definitely deserves the title of being the best of Penang. It is a well-known sea facing promenade which redefines the vibes and colors of Penang. The fun, vivid and lively Gurney Drive offers world-class and street dishes.
The seaside stretch is covered by many open-air vendors and food courts by offering mouth-watering delights in night time. Some of the hottest favorites are Bak Kuk Teh (herbal stew of meat and pork ribs), Penang Laksha, grilled squid, Oh Chien (fried oyster omelet) and nasi lemak. You can choose from both halal and non-halal section at the New Gurney Drive Food Court from 6pm. You can enjoy all these with Gurney Drive Night Tour Package.
If you crave for something more than street foods, visit the Corner Club Restaurant to try smoking hot dim sum. Mr. Pot is always available for weight watchers to try a range of all-day breakfasts, sandwiches and toasts, oil-free varieties and healthy dishes. There is something for everyone.
There is the first Burmese temple in the island along Lorong Burma in the proximity. The Dharmikarama Burmese Temple was built in 1803 with striking pagodas, golden rooftops, wishing well and a giant Boddhi tree.
The Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram Temple greets both visitors and worshippers with its distinct ceilings, sharp eaves, and Asian Dragons’ images. The temple was built in the year 1845 with giant reclining Buddha standing 108 ft. tall in its walls. It is believed to be world’s largest Buddha’s statue.
Gurney Drive is the heart of famous seafront and food haven in Penang. It is located towards the north of Tanjung Bungah, Penang. It is located in the capital of Penang, Georgetown. It is around 2km from Botanic Garden Penang.
Getting here is pretty easy. Take a taxi by buying ticket from Penang Airport ticket counter at the entrance of arrival hall. You can easily get here within 30 minutes. Take a Rapid Penang U401E or U401 to Weld Quay from Penang Airport. Later on, switch to another bus named Rapid Penang U103 and its destination is Tanjung Bungah. At Gurney Plaza, get off the bus and walk to Gurney Drive Penang. To avoid all the hassles, it is better to book our Penang Gurney Drive City Tour Packages.