Malibu Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Los Angeles County, California, United States
About Malibu
Malibu and its beaches are frequently listed as one of the must-see spots of the West Coast and the United States in general. However, the popularity of this city of 11,000 people (2020) is at odds with its residents. Local politics in Malibu are dominated by measures to keep outsiders out and to slow the growth of the city to keep it from turning into other beach side towns like Santa Monica or Newport Beach. Politicians and citizens alike often vote in favor of measures that make it more difficult for tourists to visit Malibu. These range from regulations on services like AirBnb to refusing to stripe additional parking spots at popular beaches. Malibu is a beautiful location worth visiting, but be aware of parking restrictions and other difficulties when attempting to see its beautiful b
Top Attractions in Malibu
Explore the best things to see and do in Malibu:
- ★El Matador Beach
- ★Malibu International Film Festival
- ★Malibu Lagoon
- ★Pepperdine University
- ★Solstice Canyon
Where to Eat in Malibu
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Duke's
- 🍴Geoffrey's
- 🍴Malibu Seafood
- 🍴Nobu
- 🍴Paradise Cove
- 🍴Reel Inn
Where to Stay in Malibu
- 🏨Hotel June Malibu
- 🏨Malibu Beach Inn
- 🏨Malibu Country Inn
- 🏨Nobu Ryokan Malibu
- 🏨The M
- 🏨The Surfrider Hotel
Malibu Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: