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1. The Getty Villa ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Zuma Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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3. Westward Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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4. Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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5. Malibu Country Mart

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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6. Point Dume State Beach and Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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7. Malibu Pier

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Geoffrey's

9. Leo Carrillo State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. Malibu Divers

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11. Nicholas Flat Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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12. Nicholas Canyon Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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13. Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach

Category: Affordable Local Attractions

14. Zuma and Trancas Canyons

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15. Malibu Lagoon State Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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16. Point Mugu State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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17. Nobu Malibu

18. Topanga State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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19. Solstice Canyon

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20. Duke's Malibu

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Romantic, luxurious and spectacularly beautiful, Malibu is a unique beach town that so many rich and famous call home. With homes high up on the bluff overlooking miles of fine sand beaches and spectacular views of the Pacific, Malibu is known for its fantastic surfing waves, iconic fishing pier and great shopping at the Malibu Country Mart. Visitors can enjoy diverse restaurants, unique Malibu beaches, as well as unique activities like kayaking, hiking, photography and tide pool exploring.

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