Clan Jetties

Clan Jetties is a historic landmark in George Town, Malaysia. A typical visit takes 1h 30m. Stilt villages built over the water by Chinese clan communities, each jetty historically belonging to one family group.

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George Town, MalaysiaFree entry · Verified
Landmark
Typical visit: 1h 30m

Stilt villages built over the water by Chinese clan communities, each jetty historically belonging to one family group.

Related activities

  • Hawker food crawl

    Evening route through hawker centres for char kway teow, assam laksa and rojak.

How to get to Clan Jetties

Clan Jetties sits in George Town, Malaysia. Most visitors base themselves in George Town and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang Hill, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The source we checked states that entry to Clan Jetties is free. Plan about 1h 30m for a typical visit.

Best time to visit Clan Jetties

For George Town in general: December to March for the driest weather.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Hawker food crawl.

Clan Jetties FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Clan Jetties?

The source we checked states that entry to Clan Jetties is free.

How long should I spend at Clan Jetties?

A typical visit takes about 1h 30m.

Where is Clan Jetties?

Clan Jetties is in George Town, Malaysia.

When is the best time to visit Clan Jetties?

December to March for the driest weather.

What is near Clan Jetties?

Nearby places include Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang Hill.

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