Timeline
18:38
Start with dim sum at Tai Tong. The carts bring variety early, and getting there before the rush ensures you get the best selection while the city is still waking up.
19:08
Walk to the Chinese Clan Jetties. Arrive with fifteen minutes to spare to find a quiet spot along the eastern coastline. The wooden huts on stilts are best viewed in the fading light before the evening lanterns at Lee Jetty fully illuminate the area.
19:23
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The light hits the water and the structure of the jetties, offering a clear view of this unique way of life.
19:53
End the evening at Kapitan's. This mamak restaurant is open 24/7, so it is always ready. Order biryani or tandoori chicken and try a Badam milk to settle in for the night.
Local tip
Check the route to the jetties. Be cautious while walking in this area, especially as it gets darker after sunset.
Check before you go
- Tai Tong opens at 06:00 daily.
- Kapitan's is open 24/7.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to George Town (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).