Explore Penang Wonderfood Museum Heritage Collection
Penang, Malaysia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Jul
24°C – 31°C, january in penang features warm temperatures with average highs around 31°c and lows near 24°c, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 31°C, january in penang features warm temperatures with average highs around 31°c and lows near 24°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Museum is wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators; walking required.
Museum is wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators; walking required.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews on price, but fun experience overall.
Mixed reviews on price, but fun experience overall.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Fun Date
Couples loved the playful photo ops and the unique cultural insights. Great for a date!
Delightful Exhibits
Visitors found the exhibits incredibly detailed and the models very impressive. Highly recommended!
Perfect Escape
Couples found it was a fun way to spend an hour or two escaping the Penang heat.
Small Space
Some couples felt the museum was too small and could be explored quite quickly.
Limited Time
Travelers felt that an hour or two was not enough time to fully enjoy the museum.
Pricey Tickets
Some couples felt that the ticket prices were a bit high for the experience offered.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
In-depth experience
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Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Join a dynamic duo as they venture through Penang's mesmerizing Wonderfood Museum.
Dive into Penang’s food heritage with a playful twist at Wonderfood Museum
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
24-31°C
December features temperatures between 24°C and 31°C, averaging 27.5°C. Rainfall decreases to about 120 mm over 15 days, and humidity levels start to drop.
December features temperatures between 24°C and 31°C, averaging 27.5°C. Rainfall decreases to about 120 mm over 15 days, and humidity levels start to drop.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance bookings are recommended.
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance bookings are recommended.
Recommended
December marks the beginning of the dry season in Penang, with reduced rainfall and more sunshine. This attracts a large number of tourists, leading to crowded attractions and higher prices. The Wonderfood Museum is a popular destination during this time, so early reservations are advisable.
December marks the beginning of the dry season in Penang, with reduced rainfall and more sunshine. This attracts a large number of tourists, leading to crowded attractions and higher prices. The Wonderfood Museum is a popular destination during this time, so early reservations are advisable.
January
HIGH
24-31°C
January in Penang features warm temperatures with average highs around 31°C and lows near 24°C. It is one of the driest months, receiving approximately 70mm of rainfall over about 10 days.
January in Penang features warm temperatures with average highs around 31°C and lows near 24°C. It is one of the driest months, receiving approximately 70mm of rainfall over about 10 days.
Open
Due to high demand during Chinese New Year, advance bookings are recommended.
Due to high demand during Chinese New Year, advance bookings are recommended.
Recommended
January offers pleasant weather and vibrant cultural festivities like Chinese New Year, making it an excellent time to visit Penang. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices during this peak season.
January offers pleasant weather and vibrant cultural festivities like Chinese New Year, making it an excellent time to visit Penang. However, expect larger crowds and higher prices during this peak season.
February
HIGH
24-32°C
February continues with warm temperatures, averaging highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging around 70mm over approximately 10 days.
February continues with warm temperatures, averaging highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. Rainfall remains low, averaging around 70mm over approximately 10 days.
Open
High demand during festivals may limit availability; early reservations are advisable.
High demand during festivals may limit availability; early reservations are advisable.
Recommended
February's favorable weather and events like the Penang Hot Air Balloon Fiesta make it a popular month for tourists. Be prepared for increased crowds and elevated prices.
February's favorable weather and events like the Penang Hot Air Balloon Fiesta make it a popular month for tourists. Be prepared for increased crowds and elevated prices.
March
MEDIUM
25-32°C
March sees slightly warmer temperatures with highs around 32°C and lows near 25°C. Rainfall begins to increase, averaging about 100mm over 12 days.
March sees slightly warmer temperatures with highs around 32°C and lows near 25°C. Rainfall begins to increase, averaging about 100mm over 12 days.
Open
No significant restrictions; accommodations are more readily available.
No significant restrictions; accommodations are more readily available.
Recommended
March offers warm weather with moderate rainfall and fewer tourists, providing a more relaxed experience in Penang.
March offers warm weather with moderate rainfall and fewer tourists, providing a more relaxed experience in Penang.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Car
Ferry
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required