Penang Hill Funicular Train Ride
15 minutes | Easy | Standard return ticket for international adults. Fast lane ticket costs 80 MYR.
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Penang, Malaysia
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Penang Hill, also known as Bukit Bendera, is the oldest hill station in Southeast Asia. Rising 833 meters above George Town, it offers a cool climate, lush tropical rainforest, historic colonial bungalows, and stunning panoramic views of Penang Island and the mainland.
Penang Hill, also known as Bukit Bendera, is the oldest hill station in Southeast Asia. Rising 833 meters above George Town, it offers a cool cl...
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The Habitat Rainforest Walk & Canopy Bridge
2 hours | Easy | Stroll through 130-million-year-old virgin rainforest canopy walk
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Visit to ride the historic funicular train, explore the ancient rainforest canopy walk at The Habitat, and enjoy sweeping island views.
Best time
December to April
How to reach
Take Rapid Penang Bus 204 from George Town (KOMTAR) directly to the lower funicular station in Air Itam. Grab taxis are also cheap.
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