Penang War Museum Tours and Activities
1 Review
Built by the British as a fortress in the 1930s, before then being used by the Japanese as a POW camp, the Penang War Museum is now open to the general public, serving as a memorial to its darker days.
The museum is strategically located on the hills above the fishing village of Batu Maung, on the road to Teluk Kumbar on Penang’s southern coast. Sprawled across some 20 acres of land, it’s billed as being the largest war museum in Southeast Asia. The fort was originally constructed in a bid to protect the island from foreign invasion, and today a walk around the site invokes a sense of what once was.
Visitors can take a sombre walk among various displays and historical items, and even venture into the old underground tunnels and ammunition bunkers, which are located nine meters underground. It’s also possible to explore the barracks, cookhouses, and gun emplacements, with plenty of signposts to guide the way.
A trip to the Penang War Museum can be combined with visiting Penang Island’s other major highlights, including the Snake Temple and Penang Bridge.
9am-6pm
Lot 1350 Mukim 12, Batu Maung, Penang, Malaysia, 11960
Tours and Activities to Experience Penang War Museum
Select Dates
When are you traveling?
Popular
Search experiences that may have limited interaction with crowds.
Search experiences with increased health and safety practices.
Search tours and activities you can do from home.
You are viewing Virtual Experiences in Penang. See more Virtual Experiences around the globe. 🌎
Art & Culture Classes
Art Classes
Arts & Design
Architecture Tours
Art Galleries
Art Tours
Museums
Culture
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Museums
Photography Tours
Plantation Tours
Religious Tours
Pop Culture
Ghost & Vampire Tours
Shows & Performances
Nightlife
Traditional Wellness
Day Spas
Active & Outdoor Classes
Fitness Classes
Sports Lessons
Art & Culture Classes
Art Classes
Food & Drink Classes
Cooking Classes
Dining Experiences
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Lunch Cruises
Food & Drink Classes
Cooking Classes
Food Tours
Culinary & Gourmet Tour
Markets
Street Food Tours
Active & Outdoor Classes
Fitness Classes
Sports Lessons
Extreme
4WD Tours
Fun & Games
Escape the Room
Motor Sports
4WD Tours
Nature and Wildlife
Eco Tours
Natural Attractions
Nature Parks
Nature Walks
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
On the Ground
Climbing
Hiking
Mountain Bike Tours
Obstacle Courses
Scavenger Hunts
On the Water
Lunch Cruises
Sightseeing Cruises
Amusement Parks
Theme Parks
Attractions & Museums
Art Galleries
Museum Tickets & Passes
National Parks
Natural Attractions
Nature Parks
Parks
Shows & Performances
Nightlife
Sporting Events
Motor Sports
Cruises & Sailing
Day Cruises
Lunch Cruises
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Sightseeing Cruises
How to Get Around
Bike Tours
Bus Tours
Car Tours
Classic Car Tours
Limousine Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Rail Tours
Rentals
Segway Tours
Self-guided Tours & Rentals
Tuk Tuk Tours
Vespa, Scooter & Moped Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Private and Luxury
Sightseeing Tours
Adventure Tours
City Tours
Hop on Hop Off
Night Tours
Observation Decks
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Sightseeing Passes
Skyscrapers & Towers
Tours by Duration
Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Half-day Tours
Multi-day Tours
Overnight Tours
Services
Audio Guides
Photo Shoots
Transfers
Airport & Hotel Transfers
Port Transfers
Water Transfers
Transportation
Bus Services
Ferry Services
Private Drivers
Transportation Passes
Transportation Services
Price
Duration
Time of Day
RatingClear
Specials
4 results
Sort by: Featured
Penang War Museum with Lunch
Penang War Museum (the largest war museum in Southeast Asia) situated at Bukit Batu Maung was erected on the original defense complex built by British before World War II in 1930's by the British to protect the island from enemies. The war Museum is about education, relic admiration and experiencing events of war. This war museum is a dedication to those who have served and died, defending the country.
…More
From
$82.83
Price varies by group size
From
$82.83
Price varies by group size
Penang Island Tour Including Snake Temple
1
Discover the island known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ on this private 4-hour tour of Penang, including hotel pick-up. Enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide as you drive the Oceanside Batu Ferringghi Road, view landmarks like Penang Bridge and uncover the island’s military history at the Penang War Museum. Get a taste of local culture as you watch local craftsmen at work in a batik factory, then brave a trip to the striking Snake Temple, where live vipers guard the altars.
…More
From
$41.03
From
$41.03
Penang Experience Pass (Special Deal)
Visit more than 20 attractions in Penang with the convenience of one all-inclusive pass that facilitates your sightseeing in Malaysia. Your pass is valid for the hop-on hop-off bus, which allows you to conduct a self-guided tour of the city. You also get admission to a variety of places such as the Penang War Museum, The TOP Penang, and The Habitat Penang Hill.
…More
From
$51.75
From
$51.75
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Learn More
Penang Pearl of the Orient in 5D4N
With so many historic and natural attractions to explore, many visitors to Penang find that multiple days are needed to see all of the island’s sights. This five-day tour takes travelers all over the island with an expert guide. Accommodation and transport are all sorted, making this is the perfect tour for anyone seeking an extensive overview of Penang without the hassle.
…More
From
$710.80
From
$710.80
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Learn More
- Things to do in Langkawi
- Things to do in Ko Lipe
- Things to do in Hat Yai
- Things to do in Petaling Jaya
- Things to do in Kuala Lumpur
- Things to do in Medan
- Things to do in Ko Lanta
- Things to do in Ko Phi Phi Don
- Things to do in Krabi
- Things to do in Phuket
- Things to do in Koh Samui
- Things to do in Phnom Penh
- Things to do in Kedah
- Things to do in Southern Thailand and Andaman Coast
- Things to do in Sumatra
- Snake Temple (Hock Hing Keong)
- Penang Bridge (Jambatan Pulau Pinang)
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang)
- Penang Hill Funicular Railway
- Penang House of Music
- Komtar
- Penang Armenian Street (Lebuh Armenian)
- Upside Down Museum
- Khoo Kongsi (Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Clan House & Museum)
- Little India
- George Town (Penang Georgetown)
- Wonderfood Museum Penang
- Made in Penang Interactive Museum
- Asia Camera Museum Penang