Malibu & Pacific Palisades Los Angeles

Malibu enjoys near-mythical status thanks to its large celebrity population (it's been celebrity central since the 1930s) and the incredible beauty of its 27 miles of coastal mountains, pristine coves, wide sweeps of golden sand and epic waves.

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Dramatic coastline views, hiking trails, beaches and glamorous hotspots where you can rub shoulders with celebs make Malibu a must-visit destination
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Transportation
You can use two feet, two wheels, the bus or a ride-hailing app. But a car is still the ideal mode of transport.
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Free Things to Do
Buying a home in Malibu might be out of your budget, but it's easy to enjoy the California dream for free. Here are the top free things to do in Malibu.
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Beaches

Malibu's 7 best beaches are a California dream

Dec 24, 2021 • 6 Min read

Here are the stand-out beaches that make Malibu one of Southern California’s most popular destinations.

Beaches
The best things to do in Malibu, from surfing to wine tasting
Dec 16, 2021 • 7 Min read
There’s more than just beach in Malibu. We’ve rounded up a few of the best things to do in Malibu, including wine tasting, horseback riding and more.
Beaches
How do you get around Malibu? The best option depends on your activities
Dec 3, 2021 • 4 Min read
You can use two feet, two wheels, the bus or a ride-hailing app. But a car is still the ideal mode of transport.
Budget Travel
The best ways to enjoy Malibu for free
Nov 16, 2021 • 6 Min read
Buying a home in Malibu might be out of your budget, but it's easy to enjoy the California dream for free. Here are the top free things to do in Malibu.
Beaches
A guide to Malibu’s most fun neighborhoods
Nov 15, 2021 • 6 Min read
Dramatic coastline views, hiking trails, beaches and glamorous hotspots where you can rub shoulders with celebs make Malibu a must-visit destination
Beaches
There’s never a bad time to visit Malibu
Oct 28, 2021 • 6 Min read
Looking for an endless summer? You’ll find in every season it in beautiful Malibu. (Just remember to pack a sweater.)
Beaches
The best Malibu parks for fun in the sun
Oct 20, 2021 • 4 Min read
Although the Pacific Ocean is always in the background, visiting a park in this California city doesn't have to involve the beach.
Hotels
Someone will get to spend two nights in Barbie’s Malibu Dreamhouse with their friends
Oct 22, 2019 • 2 Min read
One group of up to four people will be able to stay at Barbie's lifesize Malibu Dreamhouse for two nights in late October.
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Rent the lavish Malibu beach house from Big Little Lies
Jun 27, 2019 • 2 Min read
If you're a fan of Disney's Hannah Montana or HBO's Big Little Lies, you can pretend you're in your own hit TV series by staying at the gorgeous…