A popular rendezvous for local and tourists alike is Penang Hill which at 830 metres above sea level, is a pleasant 3 degrees cooler than the lowlands. Journey to the top is by the funicular train which takes 30 minutes or by powerful four-wheelers on tar road. The summit offers a magnificient panoramic view of the mainland.
There's a children's playground, tea kiosk and hotel on the Penang Hill.