Top 4 Food Tours in Penang

1.Penang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 734 reviews · 4 hours · from $49Our pick

Taste 15-plus Penang dishes in four hours, from banana-leaf curry to lok lok, while exploring George Town with a small English-speaking group.

“Grace was amazing and really informative. Despite the high cost of the activity I think it was worth it considering the amount of food we were able to sample and the little street tour Grace gave us around the area. The activity lasted around 4 hours so make sure you bring water and comfy shoes. Overall I would say I learned a lot and the food was really tasty.”

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2.Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · 4 hours · from $49Top rated

Taste 15+ Penang dishes in four hours, from kaya toast to laksa, while exploring George Town with a small English-speaking food group.

“The history lessons included with the food tour where amazing. Ken was full of knowledge and able to answer all our questions, over a variety of amazing food choices. He was good at suggesting different options for our kids within the restrictions of each restaurant. Especially offering options that weren't spicy, or just adjusting and not making a bowl or plate for the kids, allowing them to taste our food as they liked.”

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3.Private Half Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 48 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Taste Penang’s Malay, Chinese, and Indian street food on a private four-hour tour through George Town’s markets and back lanes.

“Ronnie was super friendly and educated us on the local culture and history. We got to make 4-5 different food stops while also visiting attractions between the stops. Great afternoon activity.”

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4.Back of the Bike Street Food Experience – Real Penang!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $99

Ride through George Town with a local host, stopping for five authentic Penang street-food courses, drinks, stories, and small-market flavor.

“This tour was an incredible way to experience Penang! Riding on the back of a motorcycle through the city was thrilling, but we always felt completely safe thanks to our amazing guides — so friendly, professional, and attentive. The food was Read more”

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