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Sun Yat Sen Museum

351 Reviews

#11 of 116 things to do in George Town

Museums, History Museums

Closed Now: 09:00 - 17:00

120 Armeniam Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia

Open today: 09:00 - 17:00

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A historic gem in the heart of the George Town world heritage site. The Sun Yat Sen Museum is a beautifully-preserved house museum in the multicultural George Town world heritage site. This historical house has a permanent exhibition on Sun Yat...more

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120 Armeniam Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia

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frankiebeer

Malibu, California

3829

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Incredibly special museum

I must admit, I didn't know who Sun Yat Sen was before walking into this special museum. I had know idea he was a leader of the Chinese Revolution or that he lived in Malaysia. After visiting this Museum, I understood so much more of...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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Jason526

Melbourne, Australia

22185

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Ticketed venue

I thought this place would be free for visitors but it charges 5 Malaysian dollars. It’s a place to see the life of a Chinese historical character.

Date of experience: December 2018

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ACEY1

Rugeley, United Kingdom

1817

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Informative and affordable.

5MR each, takes about 45mins. Secure location, doors are locked to allow visitors to leave their belongings. Friendly and welcoming proprietor speaks excellent English and Mandarin. Toilets available at the rear. Information in English and Mandarin. Places to sit. It’s a museum in three parts;...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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MCBrook

Monmouth, United Kingdom

4713

Reviewed 5 November 2018

A fascinating insight

Looking back in time in a real house that has become a museum was fascinating. The guide was very good at explaining what we were looking at and how it related to the family and their heritage

Date of experience: October 2018

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Mark D

Penang Island, Malaysia

1112777

Reviewed 15 October 2018

A really interesting, historical Museum.

Located in the heart of George Town's UNESCO designated World Heritage Area, this Museum is of substantial historical importance! It was i this very historic house that Sun Yat Sen (SYS) drew up detailed plans which resulted in China [with the help of "overseas Chinese"...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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happysheepChina

Christchurch, New Zealand

1081183

Reviewed 11 October 2018

The man

Of the many tributes and reminders of SYS, this is the best, with info on the name, and his fate and how we changed a nation

Date of experience: October 2018

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kikihahax

101

Reviewed 16 September 2018

Interesting Small Museum. Must visit for Chinese history fans.

RM5 per entry. Reasonably priced. A MUST for history lovers, especially if you're Chinese. It's a very important part of the modern Chinese history. Could've provided more interactive activities in the museum. Do not visit if you think history is boring.

Date of experience: September 2018

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Christopher V

New York City, New York

327112

Reviewed 7 September 2018

Interesting Chinese History

Worth a visit for those interested in history - takes about 30 minutes to see/read it all. The owner/host is very nice and articulates himself very well, if you have a chance to bump into him.

Date of experience: August 2018

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Addy_L_22

4512

Reviewed 6 September 2018

If you LOVE History, YOU MUST visit this museum!

Even if history isn't your thing, come visit this museum. This house was the place that stayed in while he was in Penang. The floor tiles are original, the place has been refurbished to make it more presentable but the essence of the past is...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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GiannaT187

710

Reviewed 14 August 2018

Museum for great information

This is a great informative place for people that love history and also want to learn more when they are traveling! Highly recommended!

Date of experience: May 2018

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LoulouVS

Hi! I saw a little poster advertising a 3 weeks stay there. Could I get more info on this please? Thanks

29 February 2016|

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Dear Loulou, the Sun Yat Sen Museum does accept long stay guests when there is a room available. You could find their email from the website and write to them directly.