Guidebook for Malibu
Essentials
Pavilions
29211 Heathercliff RdClosest supermarket
Everything Else
The best beach in LA County, wide open clean sand, mild waves, plentiful parking, life-guards, food stands and bathrooms. Swim in the summer, watch wildlife in the winter, or swim too if you're hardy
299 locals recommend
Zuma Beach
The best beach in LA County, wide open clean sand, mild waves, plentiful parking, life-guards, food stands and bathrooms. Swim in the summer, watch wildlife in the winter, or swim too if you're hardy
Arts & Culture
The Adamson House and its associated land, which was known as Vaquero Hill in the nineteenth century, is a historic house and gardens in Malibu, California. The residence and estate is on the coast, w
107 locals recommend
Adamson House Museum
23200 Pacific Coast HwyThe Adamson House and its associated land, which was known as Vaquero Hill in the nineteenth century, is a historic house and gardens in Malibu, California. The residence and estate is on the coast, w
Malibu Wines
31740 Mulholland HighwayMy favorite wine tasting in Malibu!
This museum is dedicated to the art of the ancient Greeks, Romans and other classic civilizations.
9 locals recommend
Getty Villa Cafe
17985 Pacific Coast HwyThis museum is dedicated to the art of the ancient Greeks, Romans and other classic civilizations.
Shopping
The Malibu Country Mart is a large outdoor lifestyle center or "boutique mall" located in the heart of Malibu at the Civic Center of Malibu, California
195 locals recommend
Malibu Country Mart
3835 Cross Creek RdThe Malibu Country Mart is a large outdoor lifestyle center or "boutique mall" located in the heart of Malibu at the Civic Center of Malibu, California
Sightseeing
Leo Carrillo State Park is a state park of California, United States, and a component of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area preserving 1.5 miles of beach at the foot of the Santa Monica M
35 locals recommend
Leo Carrillo State Park
35000 Pacific Coast HwyLeo Carrillo State Park is a state park of California, United States, and a component of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area preserving 1.5 miles of beach at the foot of the Santa Monica M
This is an MUST SEE. However, it is not for the faint at heart. You have to descend down am uneven sandy path to some steps which are relatively steep, down 3 flights until you reach the pot of gold.
222 locals recommend
El Matador Beach
32350 Pacific Coast HwyThis is an MUST SEE. However, it is not for the faint at heart. You have to descend down am uneven sandy path to some steps which are relatively steep, down 3 flights until you reach the pot of gold.
Food Scene
Self-described "nouveau barbecue" spot offers a chic outdoor dining space for New American cuisine.
112 locals recommend
The Malibu Cafe
327 Latigo Canyon RdSelf-described "nouveau barbecue" spot offers a chic outdoor dining space for New American cuisine.
Nobu Malibu
22706 Pacific Coast HwyFine dining
Definitely a 'come as you are' establishment with great seafood. Counter ordering only with picnic tables outside for dining.
161 locals recommend
Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market & Patio Cafe
25653 CA-1Definitely a 'come as you are' establishment with great seafood. Counter ordering only with picnic tables outside for dining.
Great ambiance and awesome service from the folks at this restaurant. Food and hot drinks even more impressive! This is a spot not to miss when at the West Coast!
284 locals recommend
Malibu Farm Pier Cafe
23000 Pacific Coast HwyGreat ambiance and awesome service from the folks at this restaurant. Food and hot drinks even more impressive! This is a spot not to miss when at the West Coast!
Oceanside restaurant with breathtaking panoramic views for romantic dining. Chic nightspot. Serenades by live DJs spinning hot tracks nightly in the Blue Lounge, Hollywood-meets-Malibu crowd.
247 locals recommend
Moonshadows
20356 Pacific Coast HighwayOceanside restaurant with breathtaking panoramic views for romantic dining. Chic nightspot. Serenades by live DJs spinning hot tracks nightly in the Blue Lounge, Hollywood-meets-Malibu crowd.
Drinks & Nightlife
Very nice place to go and enjoy the day with family an friends. Seafood is rather good. Only beach in LA that you can enjoy a drink on the beach.
267 locals recommend
Paradise Cove Beach Cafe
28128 Pacific Coast HwyVery nice place to go and enjoy the day with family an friends. Seafood is rather good. Only beach in LA that you can enjoy a drink on the beach.
The Malibu Estate is an exclusive vineyard in Malibu, California that produces its own selection of red and white wines. Laid back atmosphere with knowledgeable staff. Great place for a picnic!
70 locals recommend
Rosenthal Wine Bar & Patio
18741 Pacific Coast HwyThe Malibu Estate is an exclusive vineyard in Malibu, California that produces its own selection of red and white wines. Laid back atmosphere with knowledgeable staff. Great place for a picnic!