The picturesque seafront promenade located in Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, Gurney Drive is arguably one of the most popular tourist attractions in the region. A deluge of exciting restaurants and hawker delights, it is at times referred to as ‘The New Esplanade’. As dusk sets in, the atmosphere of the promenade transforms into a place of vibrancy. Boasting a myriad of attractions, Gurney Drive is named after Sir Henry Gurney a former British High Commissioner in Malaya who was assassinated by the Malayan Communist Party guerrillas.

Deemed worthy of visiting are the two Burmese temples situated in the vicinity of Gurney Drive. Presenting admirable pieces of architecture, Dharmikarama temple among the two, flaunts striking pagodas, golden rooftops and a wishing pond.

Concealed behind the clusters of bustling food stalls are a dim sum restaurant, one-off fresh seafood restaurant and more offering the best dishes of the local cuisine. Coffee Island and Bali Hai Restaurant are among the array of chic bistros. 

Several late-night hangouts and bars are also included in the vicinity whist the main attraction of Gurney Drive is Gurney Plaza, the shopping complex. The trendy lifestyle mall caters mainly to the upmarket base of customers, offering a wide array of things ranging from blockbusters on the silver screen to unparalleled dining options. The mall also offers wellness services that include body massages, a unique fish spa therapy and foot reflexology.

The stone pavement alongside the Gurney Drive is popular for being a hub of recreational activities and is ideal for a leisurely stroll or to take a moment to contemplate sitting on a bench with the cool sea breeze caressing your skin.