Penang Hill, Penang
| Address | Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera, Air Itam |
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| Hours | Funicular 6:15 am โ 9:45 pm daily |
| Closed | No closed days |
| Price | Return: non-Malaysian adult RM40, child (4โ12) RM20, Fast Lane RM80; MyKad adult RM16, child RM8 |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Penang Hill
Penang Hill is the top choice for a Penang night view. The funicular carries you 833 metres above sea level in about five minutes, and from the summit the lights of George Town, the Penang Bridge and the mainland coast spread out in every direction. On clear evenings, you can see Butterworth and the Kedah shoreline.
A standard return ticket costs RM40 for non-Malaysian adults and RM16 for Malaysians with MyKad (prices revised in May 2024), and the Fast Lane ticket (RM80 for non-Malaysian adults) skips the queue on busy evenings. The funicular closes at 9:45 pm. Bring a light jacket: summit temperatures regularly sit around 20 to 23 degrees Celsius at night, noticeably cooler than the 30-plus degrees at sea level. Evening queues are shorter than morning ones, so this is often the most comfortable time to visit.
Location
Visitor Reviews
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โ โ โ โ โSeptember 2026
Took the funicular up at 6 pm and watched the sunset from the top. As darkness fell, the whole of George Town lit up below โ the city lights, the bridge, the harbour. The 270-degree panorama at night is breathtaking. Bring a jacket because it gets chilly.
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โ โ โ โ โAugust 2026
The night view from Penang Hill is far prettier than the daytime one. On a clear night you can see for miles across the strait to the mainland coast. The funicular ride up with the lighted city emerging from the hillside was a great experience in itself.
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โ โ โ โ โJuly 2026
Tram tickets are RM30 for adults but you can get half price after 8 pm. There is not much to do up top at night beyond the view โ a few cafes are open but options are limited. Still, the city lights panorama alone is worth the trip.
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โ โ โ โ โJune 2026
We arrived just before sunset and had the viewing platform mostly to ourselves. The temperature was noticeably cooler than sea level. Watching the city transition from golden hour to twinkling night lights was the highlight of our Penang trip.
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โ โ โ โ โMay 2026
Come on a clear evening for the best experience. We went on a hazy night and the view was decent but not as sharp. The wind at the top can be cold so bring a light layer. Queue for the funicular was about 15 minutes on a weeknight.
Reviews sourced from Google Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Penang Hill's opening hours?
The Penang Hill funicular runs daily from 6:15 am to 9:45 pm, with no closed days.
How much does Penang Hill cost?
Return funicular tickets cost RM40 for non-Malaysian adults, RM20 for children aged 4 to 12 and RM80 for Fast Lane; Malaysians with MyKad pay RM16 (adult) or RM8 (child).
How do I get to Penang Hill?
Penang Hill is located at Jalan Stesen Bukit Bendera, Air Itam. You can use Grab (ride-hailing) or public transport to get there.