scenic viewpoint
Penang Hill
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
6 km · about 10 min drive
Penang, Malaysia · Asia
Kampung Batu Feringgi works well as a base: 10 minutes from Tanjung Bungah, 6km from Penang Hill.
Kampung Batu Feringgi is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 4,000, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kampung Batu Feringgi sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kampung Batu Feringgi to your route.
Batu Ferringhi is a suburb of George Town in the Malaysian state of Penang. Located along the northern coast of Penang Island and about 11 km (6.8 mi) northwest of the city centre, it is the prime beach destination in Penang among locals and tourists. To cater to the influx of tourists, several major high-rise hotelsRead more
have been established along the 4 km (2.5 mi) stretch of beaches.
The beach resorts along Batu Ferringhi also offer various water sport activities, such as parasailing. On a clear day, one could get a picturesque view of the Andaman Sea and Mount Jerai, which is located within the neighbouring state of Kedah. In addition, Batu Ferringhi is famous for its night market that offers a wide variety of merchandise and street food.
There had been human activity within Batu Ferringhi as early as 1592, when an Englishman, Sir James Lancaster, arrived and began pillaging other vessels around Penang Island. However, for much of its recent history, Batu Ferringhi was a quiet village, until the urbanisation of the area beginning in the 1970s.
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Kampung Batu Feringgi is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.4695 latitude, 100.2445 longitude.
Kampung Batu Feringgi has a population of approximately 4,000 people, making it a town in Malaysia.
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5 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
6 km · about 10 min drive
landmark
Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.
8 km · about 15 min drive
landmark
A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.
11 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.
12 km · about 20 min drive
bridge
The 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.
18 km · about 20 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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