Penang Hill Funicular Tour: Historic British Hill Station Visit in Southeast Asia
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389 Ratings
Ayer Itam
Embark on a small-group tour to Penang Hill, the oldest British Hill Station in Southeast Asia. Explore the historic hill station, enjoy breathtaking views, and ride the longest funicular track in Asia.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Penang Hill Corporation - • Penang Hill is the oldest British Hill Station in Southeast Asia, dated late 1700’s
    • The highest peak of Penang Hill stands at 833 meters (2,732ft) above sea level
    • The funicular track stretches a distance of 1,996 meters (1.99KM) from lower to Upper Station which is the longest in Asia
    • Penang Hill funicular tunnel, at 79 meters (258ft) long and 10feet (3.0m) wide with a steepness of 27.9degree, is the steepest tunnel track in the world

Viewing Deck - At the apex of the hill near to the train station the focus is on enhancing visitors experience, maximizing the stunning views and resolving space needs.

What's Included
  • Wheelchair accessible service
  • Complimentary Penang Hill Visitor Guide Brochure
What's Not Included
  • Food & drinks
  • Entrance fee to Habitat, Little Village, Typhoon, Post Office, Owl Museum
  • Hotel buggy service
  • Hotel drop-off and/or drop-off
Additional Information

Enjoy visiting Penang Hill, the oldest British Hill Station in Southeast Asia, dated late 1700’s. The highest peak of Penang Hill stands at 833 meters (2,732ft) above sea level. The funicular track stretches a distance of 1,996 meters (1.99KM) from lower to Upper Station which is the longest in Asia. During the whole day, travelers will enhance their experience, maximizing the stunning views and resolving space needs. This is a Small-Group Tour limited to 15 people.

  • Confirmation will be sent at the time of booking
  • You will be required to display this confirmation voucher and present your passport at the time of redemption at the Penang Hill ticketing counters
  • Wear Comfortable clothes
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Travelers to take the funicular train at Penang Hill Lower Station. The trip to Upper Station takes less than 5 minutes. Attractions are placed at Penang Hill Upper Station.
Location
Penang Hill Corporation
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Karen_w
May 12, 2024
Well worth the extra for express lane. - Went on a rainy day but still managed to get some great views. David Brown's restaurant was nice for coffee break. Was bit disappointed with the historical things to see or do but views make up for it.
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Seow_p
Apr 19, 2024
Exciting funicular ride - The Funicular ride and courteous, helpful staff. Nice wonderful place. Food wise is ok. Wonderful buggy ride.
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Jacksontan
Apr 14, 2024
Ticket to more fun. Remember to try buggy service on top! - This is a must visit during your trip to Penang. Try to go around 4pm. The weather is cooling on top. My wife, MIL and two kids went on a weekend in April and there wasn’t much ppl. Remember to use the habitat buggy service (30RM) to make it even more worthwhile. Overall I would say it’s a must-try.
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Royv647
Mar 29, 2024
A great ride - The Funicular ride was quite exciting especially coming down when you are speeding towards that narrow tunnel. It felt very crowded and slow going up, and for some reason it took a long time to load people onto the train at the bottom. It was very busy, they must move a lot of people every day. Cost was 30 Ringgit return per person . It is one heck of a train and must have been a massive job building it back in the day . Well worth doing, very steep, long and fast .
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James_h
Mar 25, 2024
Must do trip - Book the fast track and order you ticket via Viatour by far the best way to do it. View point worth the trip up there, plenty of grab taxi for your return at the base station
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Marronquito
Mar 19, 2024
Trip to Penang - Really worth doing this trip . The train ride takes you 714m above sea level and then when you get to the top the views are amazing.
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Houndy11
Mar 18, 2024
Review for the funicular up - For faster experience esp for elderly or young kids, get the fast pass and book ahead of time. You skip the line and can get the best seats on the funicular. Waiting area have seats and aircon esp up at the top.
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Bykksu
Apr 20, 2024
Worth the Visit…. - Worth the visit for the view and it was a bit cooler! Great little bar for refreshments. There was this little walk with “heart arches”…but you had to pay….hmmmm… just trying to make money but this just spoiled the moment.
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Jebuc
Apr 14, 2024
Very high - Think it is the highest funicular I have been on. Amazing view at top , where there is a small display and temples. Hard work walking in the heat.
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Marcus
Apr 2, 2024
Tip: express pass unnecessary. And sit at the bottom. - Smooth way to get up the mountain. Recommend sitting at the bottom to get a nice view and snap some pictures. The downside, however, is that the windows are a bit dirty. But rarely long waiting time. Goes up and down all the time. Buying an express pass is just unnecessary..
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