Malibu

Malibu is a famous coastal community stretching about 21 miles along the Pacific Coast Highway, northwest of Santa Monica. Known for its beaches, surf breaks, and celebrity homes, it offers a relaxed seaside contrast to the bustle of central Los Angeles.

The area is dotted with well-known beaches such as Zuma Beach, Surfrider Beach near the Malibu Pier, and El Matador State Beach with its dramatic rock formations. Inland, the Santa Monica Mountains offer hiking trails and canyon drives with sweeping ocean views.

Malibu also has a small-town center around the Malibu Country Mart and Malibu Pier, with restaurants, shops, and easy beach access. The drive along the Pacific Coast Highway is itself one of the most scenic in California.

Malibu runs along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) northwest of Santa Monica. The closest major airport is Los Angeles International (LAX), about 25 miles away — typically a 45-minute drive, though PCH and canyon traffic can extend that on weekends. Hollywood Burbank (BUR) and Van Nuys (VNY) are alternatives over the mountains via the canyon roads.

Because Malibu is spread out along a long coastal strip, getting around usually means driving. Beach parking lots and roadside parking exist at the major beaches, but spaces fill quickly on warm days, and PCH can be congested.

Malibu's distance from the airports and its limited, fast-filling beach parking make transportation a key part of planning a visit. Booking a ride with RideYeah is a convenient, stress-free way to reach the coast — your driver handles the scenic PCH drive and drops you at your chosen beach, restaurant, or hotel.

A pre-arranged car is especially helpful for a coastal day trip from Los Angeles, letting you enjoy the ocean views without worrying about parking or the winding canyon roads.