Central Malibu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pepperdine University
Explore the campus of Pepperdine University during your travels in Malibu. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Paradise Cove
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Paradise Cove might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Malibu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunrises.
Point Dume State Beach and Preserve
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Point Dume State Beach and Preserve might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Central Malibu. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Westward Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Westward Beach during your travels in Central Malibu? Discover the area's sunsets and mountain views.
Corral State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Corral State Beach during your trip to Malibu?
Point Dume Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Point Dume Beach during your trip to Central Malibu?
Things to do
California Coastline Helicopter Tour
Self Guided Malibu Waterfall eMTB & Hiking Adventure (Beginner)
Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills
Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour
Top hotels in Central Malibu
Hotel Angeleno
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
The Pierside Santa Monica
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Marina del Rey Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Los Angeles Beverly Hills by IHG
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
The Huntley Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Malibu
Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ballona Wetlands and Walk Streets.
Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Promenade at Howard Hughes Parkway Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to see more of the city.
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