Penang Ferry Museum

“I used to take ferry rides in Penang when I was young and when I heard they restored one of the old ones into a museum, I had to visit. It’s really one of the best museums we have here in Malaysia. Very well curated, super informative, fun and interactive displays of the Penang Ferry history - video content, lots of interesting reading material, replicas , and a tour of the actual boiler room (extra fee) and access to the captain’s room at the rooftop. The staff were so knowledgeable, friendly and genuinely enthusiastic to share their experiences and talk about the ferries. Some say the ticket entrance is bit expensive (RM29) for Malaysians but if you can afford 2 chagee teas, this is worth it and more.”

“The Penang Ferry Museum is a very interesting and enjoyable place to visit. It showcases different models of ferries from various eras, highlighting how the design, technology, and style have evolved over time. The art effects and displays are well presented, making the experience engaging and easy to understand. The guides are friendly, approachable, and always willing to explain the exhibits in detail. Their explanations make the visit even more meaningful and informative. Overall, it is a wonderful place to learn about the history of the Penang ferry service, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Penang.”

“A great place to visit.. visitation price is steep but nevertheless worth the price. A good way to preserve history and gone were the fabulous days that cars could board the ferry to go to island and from mainland and vice versa. Educational for both adults and kids alike and a walk down memory lane. A casual of at least an hour could be spent here. Kids would have a great time with the diorama, model ships and engine room visitation.”