Church of the Assumption
Last updated: October 2026
Church of the Assumption, in George Town (heritage zone), is one of the temples and places of worship in Penang in the Where2Go guide. Below are its address, opening hours, prices and directions, checked in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so confirm before you go.
| Address | Lebuh Farquhar, George Town |
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| Details | Mon–Thu approx. 10 am – 4 pm; closed Fri–Sat (check Mass times) Free |
| Area | George Town (heritage zone) |
| Typical visit | About 20 min |
| Listed in | Penang Temples |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
About Church of the Assumption
The Church of the Assumption traces its parish to 1786, when Eurasian Catholics arrived from Kedah on the feast of the Assumption, the same year Penang was founded. The present twin-towered building dates from the 1860s and served as the diocese's cathedral until the 2000s. A RM2.5 million restoration was completed in 2016.
Visitors may enter quietly during weekday opening hours. Next door, a small diocesan museum covers the history of the Catholic Church in Penang. It is a short walk from St George's Church and the E&O Hotel.
Church of the Assumption Location
Nearby
- Shin Shin Gelato — Dessert, 0.1 km away
- Penang State Museum — Attraction, 0.1 km away
- 23 Love Lane — Hotel, 0.1 km away
- The Alley — Cafe, 0.1 km away
- Seven Terraces — Hotel, 0.1 km away
Plan a route with opening times using the Where2Go trip planner.