About Malibu

Malibu is a city just west of Los Angeles known for its upscale mansions, celebrity homes, wide sandy beaches, hiking and outdoor recreation, historic sites, shopping, dining and nightlife. Zuma Beach is among the more iconic beaches in the region with its wide expanses of powder-soft sand and crystal clear waters. Equally iconic is Malibu Lagoon State Beach, colloquially known as Surfrider Beach for its popularity with the surfing set. Adamson House offers Spanish Revival architecture and local history displays. Outdoor experiences can be found in the nearby Santa Monica Mountains with their canyons, waterfalls and grassy knolls.

Malibu Wine Hikes give a chance to tour the local wine region and wineries with tastings available. The Frederick R. Weisman Museum at Pepperdine University showcases Californian art. Malibu also offers many indoor and outdoor shopping opportunities, including the famed Malibu Village centre with its local boutiques, fine dining establishments, and luxurious high-end retail brand outlets.

What is known in Malibu?

Malibu is known for its Mediterranean climate and its 21-mile (34 km) strip of the Malibu coast, incorporated in 1991 into the City of Malibu. The exclusive Malibu Colony has been historically home to Hollywood celebrities.

With homes high up on the bluff overlooking miles of fine sand beaches and spectacular views of the Pacific, Malibu, CA, is known for its fantastic surfing waves, iconic fishing pier and great shopping at the Malibu Country Mart.1

What makes Malibu attractive to visit?

Malibu is a beautiful stretch of coastline with accessible beaches and miles of hiking in the canyons of the Santa Monica Mountains. You can also enjoy a nice glass of California wine and great seafood with a priceless view…and the view alone makes Malibu one of the most desirable places in the world.

Though Malibu has a reputation for being expensive, it is a nature lovers paradise, accessible to all. You can hike, surf, swim, sun, paddleboard, or simply walk the beaches and trails.