Penang Botanical Gardens

Botanical garden George Town, Penang, Malaysia

What to expect

The Penang Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden located in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The gardens were established in 1884 from an old quarry site and are also known as the Waterfall Gardens due to the cascading waterfall nearby. The gardens are part of the Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO as the third Biosphere Reserve in Malaysia. The gardens have a long history, with previous botanic gardens on Penang Island dating back to 1794. The current gardens are a popular destination for nature lovers and those looking to escape the city. Visitors can explore the gardens and enjoy the scenic views, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

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This family's experience:

Activities: We enjoyed a picnic in the garden and let the kids run around

Highlights: We loved the open space and the variety of trees and plants. The kids enjoyed running around and playing in the garden ✨