What are the best things to do in Malibu?
Explore local landmarks, neighbourhoods and day trips around Malibu, United States. This guide covers attractions, food and where to stay.
Why visit Malibu
Travel guide for Malibu, United States — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Malibu is a stop in United States, not a country-in-a-weekend. Most people stay 2–4 days. Mid-range ground costs are about 120–280 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Budget
Malibu trip cost
Budget
USD 55–90
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 120–280
per person / day
Luxury
USD 320–530+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Malibu, United States. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Malibu
Estimated total (USD)
$3,300
≈ $1,650 per person · $471 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $200/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Malibu mid-range ground costs (budget 55–90 · mid 120–280 · luxury 320–530+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Duke's
Reel Inn
Geoffrey's
Paradise Cove
Malibu Seafood
Taverna Tony
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Malibu Country Inn
Nobu Ryokan Malibu
The Surfrider Hotel
Malibu Beach Inn
Hotel June Malibu
Shopping
- Malibu Country Mart
Nightlife
- Spruzzo's Cafe
- Moon Shadows
In pictures
Malibu gallery
Photos: The original uploader was Tillman at English Wikipedia., PIERRE ANDRE LECLERCQ, Jeremy Bishop tidesinourveins, Steve Halama steve3p_0, Alfred Twu, Alexander-93 — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Malibu travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Malibu?
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures.
How many days do I need in Malibu?
Most travellers spend 2–4 days in Malibu, depending on how many day trips you want in United States.
Where should I stay in Malibu?
Popular stays in Malibu include Malibu Country Inn, Nobu Ryokan Malibu, The Surfrider Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Malibu cost?
On the ground in Malibu (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 55–90 per person per day, mid-range about 120–280, and luxury about 320–530+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Malibu, United States. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
Keep exploring
.jpg?width=1920)
.jpg?width=1920)
