Spice Garden

One of Penang's popular attraction is the Tropical Spice Garden which is located in Teluk Bahang, a few minutes’ drive from Batu Feringgi.
For those seeking peace, tranquillity and to immerse one's self in the splendour of Mother Nature, this veritable secret garden is the place to be.
Step into this little pocket of paradise and Nature's sights, smells and sounds will instantly take over, obliterating all traces of the hustle and bustle that is associated with urban living.
Spread over 3.2ha, this garden microcosm of diverse ecosystems houses more than 500 varieties of flora from Malaysia and other regions.
Visitors will find landscaped trails and natural pathways, stream crossings, cascading waterfalls and interesting structures made from recycled material such as tiles and timber salvaged from demolished pre-war houses.

The best way to explore the place is to follow the three undulating trails leading to 11 distinct Garden Rooms: Water Garden, Cycad Room, Banana/Heliconia Bank, Spice Terraces, Bamboo Garden, Ginger Walk, Sugar Terrace, Ornamental Valley, Croton Wall, Fern Walk and Jungle Trail.
These “rooms” are designed for visitors to walk into and through and feature special plant collections to emphasise particular themes.
Each garden trail provides sufficient interest for a 25 to 45 minute walk with varying degrees of adventure.

A privately funded agro-tourism project endorsed by the Penang State Government, the garden is aimed at fostering understanding and appreciation of tropical plants through programmes of conservation, display, education and research.
The garden also houses a pre-war Straits Colonial country bungalow called Lone Crag Villa, which has been converted into a Visitor Centre with a built-up area of about 5,500 square feet.Visitors are recommended to spend some time here and savour some of the offerings at the Centre.

They include a Spice Museum with permanent exhibits on the origins of the spice trade, historical spice routes and how spices are produced or processed. A themed gallery features different exhibitions.
Budding botanists (or the merely curious) are encouraged to enquire at the Garden Shop about any of the interesting and unusual plants that catches their fancy in the garden, many of which are cultivated for sale. Gardening accessories and organic fertilisers and a helpful gardening tip or two are also available.
You can't possibly tour the entire grounds without a break, so give those tired feet a break at the Spice Café. Perched on a hilltop, the café is the ideal setting for a relaxing cup of spiced tea or coffee with superb bay and sunset views. The menu features innovative set meals and delicious teas made from fresh local herbs and spices.
Visitors can also enjoy free WI-FI at the Café. The menu under their new Chef, Amir Hamzah, with medals in Japanese and Asian Cold display, has improved. New on board, they are developing new tastes and menus to delight the palate with daily menus, specials, corporate lunches and evening functions. For those who are looking for exciting venues for children’s parties, you might want call up Tropical Spice Garden. They can help you organise a fun-filled day with finger food spread, garden treasure hunt, colouring competition and prizes!

Don't forget to check out the Gift Shop before you go. They have a fantastic selection of gift and souvenir items including spices, toiletries, T-shirts, caps and stationery exclusively designed for the Garden and a comprehensive selection of horticultural literature for both beginners and specialists.
It is said that the best time to catch the garden's lovely scents is first thing in the morning, or after the rain – gingers release a faint tingly aroma while the pandanas an earthy sweet scent.
If city life is wearing you out, isn’t it time to drop by and take a deep breath?

“On the old Spice Trail”Walk through Penang’s spice history in this exclusive first ever tour EVERY THURSDAY! RM 80 nett per person

0930 Tropical Spice Garden: Tour through Tropical Spice Garden and learn about the way spices grow.

1100 Little India, Market Street: Down to the heart of George Town, and be intoxicated by the magic of the eastern spices.

1230 Spice Lunch: Step back into a 19th Century restoration gem and be enticed with home cooked spiced food

Free pick up every Thursday from these hotels:

0840 City Bayview Hotel

0910 Golden Sands Resort

0915 Casuarina Hotel

For reservation, contact Tropical Spice Garden

Be a Spice Friend
...and you will be helping to maintain Tropical Spice Garden as well as lend support to our vital programmes of conservation, education and research. Tropical Spice Garden offers its secret sanctuary to rejuvenate tired urban souls with over 500 exotic varieties of tropical flora and fauna spread over eight acres and as an unique educational resource to inspire the importance of plants in your life.
Privileges:• Unlimited free tours through our Garden and Visitor Centre.• Concessionary tour charges for accompanying guests.• Access to Lone Crag Library.• Discounts in our Gift Shop and Garden Shop.• Special rates for Garden events and activities.• Complimentary gift.• Quarterly newsletter.
Terms and conditions apply. For registration contact Tropical Spice Garden.

Tropical Spice Garden

Lot 595 Mukim 2, Jalan Teluk Bahang 11100 Penang

Tel: 604-881 1797 (Leslie) • http://www.tropicalspicegarden.com/
Opens daily from 9.00am to 6.00pm.

Last admission at 5.30 pm.

Daily Guided Tours: 9.30am, 11.00am and 12.30pm

Free parking available

Admission fees to the Spice Gardens:

Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): RM28 (self-guided) or RM45 (tour guided)

Adult RM13 (self guided) or RM20 (tour guided)

Child (aged 4-12): RM5 (self or tour guided)

Free for children under 4 years of age

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