Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive is located in George Town, the capital of Penang. It is a long street by the sea. One side of the street faces the ocean, while the other is lined with hotels and shopping malls, making it quite distinctive. The street is a paradise for food lovers, offering a wide variety of delicious local cuisine. It attracts numerous visitors every year and is frequently mentioned in travel guides as this world-famous tourist attraction.

At Gurney Drive, you can sample a wide range of authentic Malaysian delicacies. Signature dishes include squid with water spinach, fried squid, fried chicken skin, Penang laksa, Penang char kway teow, and Penang wonton noodles. These dishes are not only visually appealing but also incredibly flavorful, leaving a lasting impression — which is why Gurney Drive draws so many visitors. Every stall selling local snacks clearly lists prices in Chinese, and most vendors speak Mandarin as well, so there's no need to worry. Feel free to indulge in your favorite dishes to your heart’s content.

In addition to these special dishes, there are also stalls selling small accessories, handicrafts, and calligraphy paintings, allowing visitors to appreciate local artisan crafts after enjoying their meals.

Gurney Drive

Must-visit reason: Malaysia’s most famous food street

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia【Asia】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Malaysia[Malaysia]

State/Province where the attraction is located: Penang [Penang State]

City where the attraction is located: George Town [Georgetown]