Malibu.
Pacific Coast Highway cuts twenty-one miles between sandstone cliffs and cold Pacific surf. The smell of kelp hits you first, then woodsmoke from beachside grills and hot exhaust from weekend motorbikes. You come here for the rhythm of the tide, cold water kelp beds, and fish tacos eaten off greasy paper plates at picnic tables facing the sea. It is a working coastline pinned against dry coastal chaparral.
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What to do in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Malibu Los Angeles United States sits in Los Angeles, United States. Travellers usually come for local seafood, surfing heritage, hiking trails, ancient art — and the guide above turns any combination of those interests into a timed plan, stop by stop, with the local context behind each recommendation.
24 hours in Malibu Los Angeles United States
With one day, keep it tight. A single-day Malibu Los Angeles United States itinerary built around local seafood and surfing heritage gives you a morning, an afternoon and one evening stop without crossing the town twice. Select 1 Day above to see it.
2 days in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Two days lets you separate the town itself from what surrounds it — adding hiking trails on day two, plus time for a slower meal. Choose 2 Days to expand the plan.
3 days in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Three days is where Malibu Los Angeles United States opens up: ancient art, day trips, and the things that only work when you are not rushing.
Malibu Los Angeles United States itineraries by interest
Local Seafood in Malibu Los Angeles United States
At Malibu Seafood, order steamed Dungeness crab or grilled Pacific halibut with fries. Arrive before noon to beat the line on Highway 1 and eat outside.
Surfing Heritage in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Surfrider Beach gave birth to California longboard culture. Watch locals trim the right-hand point break near the historic Malibu Pier during south swells.
Hiking Trails in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Climb the Solstice Canyon trail through oak groves to the 1952 Roberts Ranch ruins, or tackle Mishe Mokwa to Sandstone Peak, the range high point.
Ancient Art in Malibu Los Angeles United States
The Getty Villa houses thousands of Greek and Roman antiquities in an exact recreation of the Villa dei Papiri. Reserve timed-entry tickets online early.
Wine & Vineyards in Malibu Los Angeles United States
The Malibu Coast AVA produces Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah off rocky volcanic slopes. Book outdoor terrace tastings along the canyons off Kanan Road.
Coastal Walks in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Point Dume Nature Preserve offers clifftop dirt trails overlooking gray whale migrations in winter and stairs leading down to secluded Pirate's Cove.
Roadside Diners in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Neptune's Net at County Line has served fried clam strips and cold draft beer on wooden benches since 1958. Pay at the counter and take a patio seat.
Ceramics & Craft in Malibu Los Angeles United States
The Adamson House showcases the vivid 1920s decorative tiles fired by Malibu Potteries, set right along the salt air of the saltwater lagoon.
Beaches in Malibu Los Angeles United States
El Matador State Beach features steep wooden stairs down to sea stacks, tide pools, and arches. Park in the dirt lot off Highway 1 by eight in the morning.
Birdwatching in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Malibu Lagoon State Beach sits where Malibu Creek meets the ocean. Walk the boardwalk loops to spot snowy plovers, brown pelicans, and great blue herons.
Farm Produce in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Thornhill Broome and local canyon farmstands offer citrus and Haas avocados. Visit the Sunday farmers market at Malibu Civic Center for Meyer lemons.
Horseback Riding in Malibu Los Angeles United States
Stable operations in Malibu Canyon take riders along chaparral ridges and oak savannahs overlooking the Pacific. Book morning trail rides to avoid heat.