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The industrial remains of this former bus station have become a vibrant hub for George Town's burgeoning contemporary art scene. There are cafes and pop-up shops, and half a dozen artists studios and a gallery host exhibitions (ranging from sculpture to photography). Swing by for the arts-and-crafts market every Sunday (11am to 5pm). The open-air areas overflow with murals, sculptures and other pieces of street art.

Within the grounds you'll also find several cafes, and there are several artsy bars nearby.

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2. Penang State Gallery

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This commercial-feeling museum offers a rather breezy overview of the state's history.

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4. Rainbow Skywalk

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Located at the tippy top of George Town's iconic but homely KOMTAR tower, Rainbow Skywalk offers a variety of elevated activities, from a rooftop…

5. Komik Asia

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If you don't know your Lat from your Tezuka Osamu, then this is the place to become more closely acquainted with the dynamic work of comic-book artists…

6. Penang State Museum Board

0.27 MILES

Some of the Penang Museum's temporary exhibitions can be seen here at their main offices in the buildings of a former hospital.

7. Penang Museum

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8. Penang Jewish Cemetery

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