Batu Ferringhi Penang is another area that’s popular with tourists besides Georgetown! Especially if you enjoy being near the ocean!
There are luxury beachfront hotels, a daily night market and of course, the beaches that are known for their wide selection of water sports!
So consider adding Batu Ferringhi to your Penang itinerary as a stop if you want more things to do in Penang before heading to Teluk Bahang!
Table Of Contents:
- Batu Ferringhi Beach
- Batu Ferringhi Night Market
- Attractions At Batu Ferringhi
- Other Attractions Near To Batu Ferringhi
- Batu Ferringhi Food
- Batu Ferringhi Hotel
- How To Get To Batu Ferringhi Beach
Batu Ferringhi Beach
Take a stroll on the quaint 3km-long beach!
And while it may be tempting to go for a swim in the ocean but please be warned that jellyfish are an occasional sight in these waters.
However as an alternative, Batu Ferringhi offers a myriad of water sports at its beach!
Operators:
- Ferringhi Sea Sports Co.
- Penang LB watersports
Batu Ferringhi beach activities:
- Kayak
- Jet ski
- Water skiing
- Banana boat
- Parasailing
Batu Ferringhi Night Market
The Batu Ferringhi night market is one of the more notable Penang night markets on Penang Island!
Enjoy the sea breeze while browsing the stalls selling all sorts of knick-knacks including some rather questionable branded goods!
You can even pick up essential travel accessories like phone chargers and beach wear!
Expect to have to bargain for lower prices!
Location: Jalan Pantai Batu, Taman Pantai Batu, 11200 Tanjong Bungah, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 7pm to 12am
Another night market to check out:
Ferringhi Night Walk Bazaar
Location: Jalan Batu Bukit 2, Tanjung Tokong, 11100 George Town, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30pm to 12:30am
Batu Ferringhi Attractions
Having experienced the beach and market, we can now focus on other activities to do at Batu Ferringhi!
1. Adventure Zone
In between Shangri-La’s Golden Sands and Rasa Sayang:
Adventure Zone should keep your kids busy for a while! The air-conditioned complex has a dedicated space for toddlers.
The main area is for older kids. With safety-certified slides, climbing gym equipment and more, 2 hours here will fly fast!
Location: Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Tanjung Huma, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 10am to 7pm
Contact: +604-886 1911
Price: RM30-50 per child (for a 2-hour session) depending on the day!
Note:
- Hotel guests are entitled to a discount.
- Adults can enter for free to supervise their own kids
Read more: 21 Fun Things To Do In Penang With Kids (Complete Guide) + Food & Hotels
2. Teddyville Museum
Kids might be more interested in the cute teddies, but the fun displays showcase typical local scenes in Penang. As well as historical and cultural scenes!
They have teddies of all sizes, and even vintage ones from the 1900s!
Location: 56, Jalan Low Yat, Puncak Ria, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 9am to 6pm
Contact: +6016-550 5949
Price: RM36 (Adult), RM29 (Student), RM25 (Child under 12 years old)
Read more: Top 21 Penang Museum To Pop Into (Especially Items 8 & 13)
3. Yahong Art Gallery
Did you know that there’s a giant arts center at Batu Ferringhi?
Chuah Thean Teng is renowned pioneer of modern batik printing. Some of his works feature here along with the works of other Asian artists!
Traditional Chinese handicraft (like jewelry, wooden carvings and pewter works) and batik are for sale too.
Location: 58 D, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 8pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: +6016-550 5949
4. Batu Ferringhi Waterfall
Chin Farm Waterfall (or Batu Ferringhi Waterfall) is accessible to guests staying at the Bayview Hotel or Hard Rock Hotel Penang.
It may not be spectacular during the dry season but the water is clear and cool!
To get there, you can drive up to the base of the waterfall (5 minutes’ drive).
Or take the short hike past the farm and over a stream via a bridge with partial steps to the waterfall. Just watch your step!
Location: Lot 484 & 485, Jalan Batu Ferringhi Batu Ferringhi, 11100 Penang, Penang Island
5. Batu Ferringhi Massage
Feet hurt from walking too much? You might want to check into a massage centre!
There happen to be many massage parlors across the night market. Some are open until midnight!
Some Recommendations:
- Pure Energy Signature Spa
- Chi, The Spa
- Relax Massage And Fish Spa
- Lovisa Beauty Spa
- Zen spa Reflexology & Wellness Center
Read more: Penang Nightlife – 23 Best Things To Do In Penang At Night
Other Attractions Near Batu Ferringhi
Once you’re done exploring Batu Ferringhi, there are other attractions waiting over in Teluk Bahang!
1. Tropical Spice Garden
Why not try an outdoor museum for a change? But in this case, with tropical plants on display rather than artifacts or paintings!
There are audio guides or guides if you need help distinguishing the 500 species of herb, spice and tropical plants here! Tours last between 1 to 1.5 hours.
Location: Lot 595 Mukim, 2, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050 George Town, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 9am to 6pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Tour Times: 9am, 11am and 1.30pm
Contact: +604-881 1797 / +6012-423 6797
Price: RM31 (Audio guide), RM48 (Guided tour fee), RM50 (Night walk fee)
2. Penang Batik Factory
See how the workers of this open-air factory create intricate pieces using hand-painting and block-printing techniques!
The on-site gift shop has many items for sale too:
- Scarves
- Clothing
- Fans
- Small paintings
- Large tapestries
- Tablecloths
- Handkerchiefs
- Coasters
Location: 651 Mk 2 S.W.D, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang
Opening Hours: Daily from 9am to 5pm
Contact: +604-885 1284
3. Penang National Park
Albeit small, this national park has enough jungle/ beach trails to last a full day out!
The other option is to get a boat from the entrance of the park to drop you at one of the beaches instead.
Highlights of Penang National Park:
- Monkey Beach
- Camping overnight at allocated sites (Requires a fee and permission)
- Turtle sanctuary and meromictic lake at Pantai Keracut
- Muka Head Light House
- Opportunities to see local wildlife like monitor lizards and monkeys!
Penang National Park Office
Location: Pejabat Taman Negara P. Pinang, Jalan Hassan Abbas, 11050 George Town, Penang
Opening Hours: Daily from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Contact: +604-881 3500
4. Penang Butterfly Farm
Entopia is a research and breeding centre for butterflies and other members of the insect kingdom!
The well-maintained attraction will likely take you 3 hours to fully explore. Since it has numerous exhibits as well as an enclosed atrium.
Location: No.830, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 9am to 5pm
Contact: +604-888 8111
Price:
- Malaysian: RM49 (Adult), RM29 (Child/ Senior)
- Non-Malaysian: RM69 (Adult), RM49 (Child/ Senior)
5. Escape Theme Park
Perhaps Teluk Bahang’s most famous attraction:
ESCAPE Theme Park is an integrated water park and adventure theme park in a natural setting!
Both parks have rides and activities that are suitable for the entire family!
Location: 828, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +604-881 1106
Price (Online day ticket): ~RM117 (Adult), RM77 (Child between 4-12 years old/ Senior from 61+ years old)
Batu Ferringhi Food
This far from Georgetown, you can still find yummy Penang food! There are a lot of places to cover so we’ll break them into restaurants and cafes!
Batu Ferringhi Restaurant
All 5 of the restaurants listed here have long opening hours! So finding a place to eat at Batu Ferringhi is a breeze!
1. Long Beach Food Court
A covered hawker center where you can find ~20 stalls selling fast food, Chinese, Indian, Thai, Malaysian and other Asian food!
Location: 828, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 6pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +604-881 1106
2. Rubin Mardini Cafe & Restaurant
Fancy having Turkish food? Rubin Mardini Café & Restaurant is run by a Turkish man together with his Malaysian wife.
Recommended dishes:
- Greek salad
- Falafel platter
- Chicken and Lamb Shish Kebab
- Sahlab milk drink
- Mutton Tirshik
- Yemeni Mandy lamb
Location: No 591, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 10:30am to 10:30pm
Contact: +6011-1121 7378
3. Ferringhi Grill At Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort And Spa
Despite the name, Ferringhi Grill is actually a fine dining restaurant with wonderful window views!
French cuisine prevails in the menu. As well as steaks! Expect nothing but impeccable service and a great selection of wine to accompany your meal!
Location: Mezzanine Level, Rasa Wing Lobby, Batu Feringgi Beach, Kampung Tanjung Huma, 11100 Penang, Penang Island
Opening Hours:
- Daily from 7am to 10:30am for Rasa Wing guests only
- Daily from 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Contact: +604-888 8888
Dress Code: Smart casual with long pants and covered shoes for men.
4. Enca Cafe & Restaurant
What Enca Café & Restaurant lacks in ambiance, it makes up for in its menu! Superb Indian dishes that are made to order will not disappoint!
And at reasonable prices too! Try their butter chicken, chicken satay and garlic cheese naan!
Location: Opposite Bayview Hotel, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 10am to 12am
Contact: +604-881 4101
5. Restaurant Ferringhi Garden (Ferringhi Coffee Garden)
We simply have to mention this restaurant for its beautiful outdoor dining space! They serve good Western and Asian food. You can order wine as well.
Moreover, they’re open early in the morning if you want breakfast in a garden paradise:
Try their scones and exceptional coffee by a barista trained in Melbourne!
Note: If you want to cool off, they have indoor seating with air-conditioning too!
Location: Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11050 Batu Ferringhi, Penang
Opening Hours:
- Daily from 7:30am to 10pm
- Closes earlier on Thursday: 7:30am to 5pm
Contact: +604-885 1192
Read more: 11 Best Asam Laksa In Penang – Satisfy Your Tastebuds With This Iconic Malaysian Dish!
Batu Ferringhi Café
Batu Ferringhi has some reputable cafes ideal for breakfast, lunch or tea! A couple of them double up as bars in the evening!
1. Miami Cafe Beachfront
There’s no air-conditioning here. Instead, there’s a laid-back feel at this open air café serving iced tea, iced coffee, local snacks and dishes!
Surprisingly, they have beer and WiFi!
Location: Beach, 19 Mk 17, 11100 George Town, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 12pm to 12am (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: +604-899 4862
2. Living Room Cafe Bar Gallery
A lovely place to spend the evening too with a busy bar and live music! Local dishes like beef rendang and chicken satay are favorites from the extensive menu.
Location: 43-C Batu Ferringhi 11100 Penang
Opening Hours: Daily from 10am to 10pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: +6012-589 9136
3. Hard Rock Cafe Penang
At the ground floor of Hard Rock Hotel Penang is a snazzy café/ bar where you can get generous servings of American food and house cocktails!
Spot some music memorabilia while you’re here!
Location: Batu Ferringhi Beach, 11100 Penang Island
Opening Hours:
- Daily from 11:30am to 2am
- Fri, Sat & Eve of public holidays: 11:30am to 2:30am
Contact: +604-886 8050
Read more: 17 Best Cafe In Penang With Great Coffee (Includes New Cafes)
Batu Ferringhi Bar
End the day at any of these bars and watch the sunset at the beach!
1. Feringghi Bar At Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort And Spa
Ferringhi Bar has sunset views, food and drinks. The newest addition to this bar is a dedicated whisky bar with more than 100 labels!
Location: 7-11 Batu Feringgi, 1, Lorong Sungai Emas, Kampung Tanjung Huma, 11100 George Town, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30pm to 1am
Contact: +604-888 8888
2. Frandy’s Beach Bar And Restaurant
Frandy’s is a welcoming beach bar right on Batu Ferringhi beach. And at a convenient walking distance from Bayview Hotel.
If you’re hungry, you can partake in their local and western menu! Else, sit back and relax to the live band!
Location: 338, Jalan Tanjung Bungah, Taman Tanjung Bunga, 11050 Tanjung Bungah, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 10am to 11pm
Contact: +6016-498 7885
3. Borabora @ Ferringhi
Bora Bora by Sunset keeps it simple and has highly-sought after tables and chairs on the sand in full view of the sunset!
There’s no live band but there is music playing! They make great cocktails and local dishes too!
Location: Lot 415, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Opening Hours:
- Sunday to Thursday 12pm to 1am
- Friday & Saturday 12pm to 2am
Contact: +604-885 1313
4. Sigi’s Bar And Grill On The Beach At Golden Sands Resort
For seafood and live music, head on over to Sigi’s! Which also doubles as a great vantage point for looking out to the beach!
They have buffets on Sundays, serving grilled meat, pizza, pasta, soup, salad and more!
Location: Batu Feringgi Beach, 11100 Penang, Penang Island
Opening Hours: Daily from 11am to 12am
Contact: +604-886 1852
Read more: 11 Best Seafood Restaurants In Penang (Recommended By Locals)
Batu Ferringhi Hotel
1. Zen Rooms Eden Parade
Convenient for those with their own cars, Zen Rooms Eden Parade may be in an old building but the interior is new with bright modern rooms!
And the breakfast of nasi lemak is something to look forward to!
Address: No 1-9B, Eden Parade 1, Jalan Sungai Emas, Kawasan Perumahan Sungai Emas, 11100 Penang
Contact: +603-9212 1772
Price Range: From RM125 (2 Pax)
2. Hupo Resort Pool Villa
Regardless of the name, this definitely feels like being at home away from home! With a gracious host, charming furnishings and simple breakfast provided.
IIt takes 5 minutes’ to walk to the beach from the homestay! Or you can just take a dip at the inviting on-site pool.
Address: No. 22, Jalan Bayu 1, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Contact: +6017-396 0958
Price Range: From RM198 (2 Pax)
3. Golden Sands Resort By Shangri-La, Penang
You may not even have time to go to the beach at this 4-star beachfront resortwith so many great facilities on-site:
There’s a mini water park, a tennis court, a gym, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a Jacuzzi!
All of the elegant rooms have scenic views of the sea or surrounding hills too.
Address: Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Contact: +604-886 1911
Price Range: From RM298 (2 Pax)
4. Hard Rock Hotel Penang
Gorgeous surroundings and rooms (as well as a huge swimming pool with slides) will make you forget how far the hotel is from Georgetown!
The beach is close too and there are 3 on-site dining options!
Address: Jalan Batu Ferringhi, 11100 George Town, Penang Island
Contact: +604-881 1711
Price Range: From RM369 (2 Pax)
5. Parkroyal Penang Resort
Another seaside resort with incredible landscaping, this hotel has an impressive pool with slides too!
And the on-site Cinnamon restaurant means you don’t have to leave the property in search of amazing local food!
Address: Batu Ferringhi Beach, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island
Contact: +604-886 2288
Price Range: From RM416 (2 Pax)
Read more: 11 Exceptional Airbnb In Penang
How To Get To Batu Ferringhi Beach In Penang
Don’t have your own transport to get around Georgetown or Penang Island? Look into these options:
1. Getting To Batu Ferringhi By Bus
Rapid Penang bus service will be your best friend if you intend to rely on public transport to get around Penang Island!
The fares are very affordable (<RM5 one way).
Georgetown To Batu Ferringhi Beach:
101 Bus route:
Jetty (Pengkalan Weld) – Masjid Kapitan Keling – Love Lane – Pasar Chowrasta – Komtar Terminal – Gurney Paragon & Plaza – Batu Ferringhi – Teluk Bahang
Operating Hours: 5:30am to 9:55pm
Frequency: Every 15 minutes
Total Duration: 70 minutes
Number Of Stops: 83
Penang Airport To Georgetown To Batu Ferringhi:
102 Bus route:
Penang International Airport – Snake Temple – Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal – Penang Times Square – Komtar Terminal – Gurney Paragon & Plaza – Batu Ferringhi – Teluk Bahang
Operating Hours: 6:00am to 11:15pm
Frequency: Every 60 minutes
Total Duration: 111 minutes
Number Of Stops: 111
2. Getting To Batu Ferringhi By Grab
While you can still find taxis at the airport and touristy areas, Grab is usually cheaper and the rates are fixed (compared to some taxis that do not use meters).
Georgetown To Batu Ferringhi By Grab:
Duration: Around 30-40 minutes
Price: ~RM20-30
Penang Airport To Batu Ferringhi By Grab:
Duration: Around 50-60 minutes
Price: ~RM40-60
3. Travelling Around Penang By Private Tour Service
Private tour service, RayTheTour offers day tours in Penang, Ipoh and Cameron Highlands!
You can trust us to bring you around our hometown with friendly local guides!
Other reasons to book with us:
- No hidden charges
- We can pick you up straight from your hotel and back after the tour!
- Long hours – ~9am to 6-7pm
- We use MPVs and vans!
- You can request for an English-speaking or Chinese-speaking guide!
- The itinerary is up to you! Or you can leave it to us!
Hop on WhatsApp or Facebook to start the booking process!
Further reading:
- How To Get To Penang Island From Kuala Lumpur (KL)
- Best Way To Travel From Langkawi To Penang (All Methods + Cheap Option)
Conclusion
Batu Ferringhi has its own charms that you can’t find in Georgetown! Most of the attractions here are outdoors. Like the beach or the nearby Penang National Park!
And don’t think that you will be missing out on food either! Batu Ferringhi has ample eateries and bars to check out from sunrise to after sunset.
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