Tropical Spice Garden

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Tropical Spice Garden is a beautiful place filled with over 500 types of plants, including spices and herbs. This garden celebrates Penang’s rich history as a center of the spice trade. Visitors can walk along scenic trails and explore attractions like the Giant Swing, Spice Terraces, and the fascinating Poison Garden.

You can choose a self guided audio tour or join a guided tour with an expert who can share interesting stories about the plants and their uses. During your walk, enjoy the smells, sights, and sounds of nature, making it a truly sensory experience.

Whether you’re a nature lover, history enthusiast, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, Tropical Spice Garden is a must visit spot in Penang. It’s a great place to relax, take photos, and learn about the wonders of spices and plants.

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Tropical Spice Garden Price & Options

Admission with Audio Guide

Enjoy a self guided sensory walk through Penang’s Tropical Spice Garden. Learn about exotic spices and tropical plants with a multilingual audio guide available on iOS and Android.

Inclusions

  • Entry to Tropical Spice Garden, Penang.
  • Self guided sensory walk among spices and tropical plants.
  • Includes multilingual audio guide via Smart Guide app (iOS & Android).
US$ 7.37 US$ 6.72

Admission with Expert Guide

Join an expert led tour through the Tropical Spice Garden in Penang. Explore diverse spices and tropical flora while gaining unique insights from an English speaking guide. Available weekends only.

Inclusions

  • Entry to Tropical Spice Garden, Penang.
  • Guided tour led by an English speaking spice expert.
  • Available on Saturdays and Sundays only.
US$ 13.51

Highlights

  • Visit this award winning garden filled with spices and tropical plants.
  • Learn about Penang’s history as a spice island with a guided tour by a knowledgeable expert.
  • Take your time to explore on your own with an easy to use audio guide available in different languages.

What's Included

Admission with Audio Guide

  • Entry to Tropical Spice Garden, Penang.
  • Self guided sensory walk among spices and tropical plants.
  • Includes multilingual audio guide via Smart Guide app (iOS & Android).

Admission with Expert Guide

  • Entry to Tropical Spice Garden, Penang.
  • Guided tour led by an English speaking spice expert.
  • Available on Saturdays and Sundays only.

What's Not Included

  • Transport
  • Other personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities

Child Adult Policy

  • Children under 5 years are free of charge.
  • Age having 13 to 99 years will be charged as Adult ticket prices.
  • Age having 5 to 12 years will be charged as Child tickets prices.

Opening Hours

  • Friday - Sunday : 9am – 6pm
  • Monday - Thursday : 9am - 4.30pm
  • Last admission is one hour before closing

Things To Know

  • Download the audio guide in advance for offline use due to limited internet connectivity inside the garden.
  • Languages
  • Tour Guide: English
  • Audio Guide: Arabic, Bahasa Melayu, English, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin

Location

  • Tropical Spice Garden - Lot 595 Mukim, 2, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, 11050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
  • Please refer to the Google Map for assistance.

How To Get There

  • Ride sharing apps eg. Grab, Air Asia/Taxi
  • Public Bus (Rapid Penang) Rapid 101 (Weld Quay – Teluk Bahang) Rapid 102 (Penang International Airport – Teluk Bahang)
  • Cycling is a great way to get to the Garden, and bike parking is available at Kanopi, our cafe. Ride safe and make sure you’ve got your helmet on!

Dress Code

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as some areas have inclines and uneven paths.

Cancellation Policy

  • Tickets are non refundable and cannot be canceled.
  • Tickets must be used as per the booking date and time.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

Tropical Spice Garden is open Friday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Last admission is one hour before closing (subject to change — please confirm at time of booking).
Yes, guided walks are available on Saturdays and Sundays at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:30 PM. You can select and book a tour directly on this website during the booking process.
Children under 5 enter for free, ages 5 to 12 pay child prices, and anyone aged 13 to 99 pays adult prices. You can purchase the correct tickets online here when booking.
Wear comfortable walking shoes due to some uneven paths and inclines, and consider downloading the audio guide in advance for offline use since internet inside the garden is limited.
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be canceled, so make sure your plans are firm before booking. Tickets are valid only for the date and time selected during booking.
Yes, it's best to book your tickets online here before your visit to secure entry as availability can be checked during the booking process.
You’ll explore over 500 species of tropical flora and spices, learn about Penang’s spice trade history, enjoy scenic trails, and can use an audio guide or join a knowledgeable expert on a guided tour.