Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion) Tours and Tickets

Q: Who owns the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)?

The team behind the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion comprises conservationist and heritage architect Laurence Loh and his family. Once the residence of Chinese businessman Cheong Fatt Tze, the mansion is now a quaint boutique hotel where you can stay overnight in one of the lavish rooms themed around Chinese dynasties.

Q: Where is the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion) located?

Known by locals as the Blue Mansion, the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is in George Town, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang. On Leith Street, just off the waterfront, it’s within walking distance of the Penang State Museum and Art Gallery, Fort Cornwallis, and Khoo Kongsi temple.

Q: Who built the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)?

Built in the late 19th century by businessman Cheong Fatt Tze—who’s been called the Rockefeller of the East, J.P. Morgan of China, and the Last Mandarin and First Capitalist of China—the mansion used the finest materials of the time. Supplies came from as far away as Scotland.

Q: When was the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion) built?

Constructed between 1896 and 1904, the mansion boasts 38 rooms, five granite-paved courtyards, seven staircases, and 220 windows. Chinese businessman Cheong Fatt Tze lived in the mansion until he died in 1916. A restoration project began in 1991 and was completed in 1999.

Q: How much does it cost to visit Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)?

Both guided and self-guided tours cost about US$5.25 and must be booked in advance. You will need personal earphones if you book the audio tour and access to a smartphone app. You can also stay overnight in a room and eat in the mansion’s restaurant or bar.

Q: Is visiting Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion) worth it?

Yes. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is a must-see, especially for first-time visitors to Penang. The UNESCO World Heritage Site has appeared in movies, including the mahjong scene in Crazy Rich Asians. The building’s vibrant color (from a mixture of lime with indigo dye), makes it a popular George Town photograph.

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Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

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Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

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Malaysia: Penang The Blue Mansion - Daily Tour

The transcendental quality and timelessness of the mansion has been perfectly poised for over a century on firm foundations of architectural, cultural and historical superlatives. Here, time comes to a halt as you meander along the mansion and revel in the harmonious medley of history and culture. In this place, you will find all modern comfort set against a backdrop of genuine old world charm, including an exquisite dining experience at Indigo restaurant, a courtyard dining room, and an idyllic terrace. There are daily guided mansion tours that give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history behind the mansion and its architecture.

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Malaysia: Penang The Blue Mansion - Daily Tour

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George Town UNESCO World Heritage Historic City Walk

Come spend time with me to explore and experience the George Town Heritage trail through the expertise of a local passionate guide. I can customize your tour base on your preferences, but I will ensure the following must-see items are included: (1) Historic buildings, sites and monuments (2) Clan houses and jetties (3) Heritage places of worship for different religions (4) Chinatown, Little India and Malay Kampung (5) Food tour to sample the world famous Penang Street food (6) Penang Street Art & Mural. And if you like, I can organize evening programs to witness the happenings after dark, to walk through the night bazaar or chillout in the local bars. Tour outside and beyond the Heritage site can also be arranged, if required.

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Rise of World Heritage City Penang Walking Heritage Tour

Discover the history of Penang on a guided walking tour of George Town. Learn about the rise of Penang from 1786 until present day and immerse yourself in the history of the island. Begin your tour by meeting your guide in George Town. Walk into the real-life community of Penangites and learn about the food culture in Penang, which consists of different ethnicities, including Malay, Chinese, and Indian. Plus, The Peranakans, also known as the Babas and Nyonyas, was a prominent community of acculturated Chinese unique to this part of the world See the architectural styles that showcase the cultures of different races and ethnicities. Discover the secret to living in peace and harmony on this UNESCO World Heritage island.

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Rise of World Heritage City Penang Walking Heritage Tour

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What are people saying about Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Judith_M, Mar 2026

This is definitely worth...

This is definitely worth a visit. We booked a tour ahead of our visit. Alexis, our guide, was an informative, articulate and engaging

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Sujatha_S, Nov 2025

Unique mansion. Tour was amazing with full of information. Lot of work done for restoring it .Great heritage site. Lov

Great one. Learning experience .Must see one.Blue color makes it unique. Learnt number 8 is a lucky one

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Agnieszka_B, Jul 2025

Amazing guide, but not much to see inside

There is not much to see inside the mansion - it was pretty much just the courtyard and two other rooms. Amazing guide, informative and funnny.

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Jenny_B, Sep 2024

Definitely recommend

Very good tour guide, knowledgeable and interacted well with customers. I've lived in penang 4 years and learnt a lot more history that I never new!