

Things to do in Malibu
Malibu, CA packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Malibu by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book.
Quick answer
What are the best things to do in Malibu?
Outty ranks 34 bookable experiences in Malibu, United States. The highest scoring is Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine at 90 out of 100, followed by Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners, Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour, Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour. Prices start at $10 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Malibu, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.
- Ranked experiences
- 34
- In the 90+ Club
- 0
- From
- $10 per person
- Bookable today
- 34
Top tour operators in Malibu
The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Malibu they cover.
Localgrapher
330 experiences across 185 cities
Zombie Scavengers Hunts
260 experiences across 149 cities
The Photo Experiences
125 experiences across 110 cities
Wacky Walks Walk About Scavenger Hunts
124 experiences across 101 cities
Crazy Dash Digital Adventures
101 experiences across 87 cities
Pintours
70 experiences across 22 cities
LifeRush Adventures
32 experiences across 5 cities
Sunrise Surf Academy
7 experiences across 3 cities
Most Popular in Malibu
The experiences travelers book most right now.

Most Highly Reviewed in Malibu
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.
Last Minute in Malibu
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners

Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Los Angeles: Private 4x4 Vineyard Tour in Malibu

Private Surf Lessons in Malibu
Family Friendly in Malibu
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Calling all Standup Paddle boarders, learn to Sail on a SUP Board

Vacation Photographer in Malibu

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Malibu
Food & Drink in Malibu
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners

Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience

Rocky Peak Electric Mountain Bike Tour (Beginner)
Culture & History in Malibu
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour

Private Malibu Waterfall Hike & Pacific Coast Drive

Private Getty Villa Tour with Museum-Trained Art Historian

Malibu Downhill Electric Mountain Bike Tour – (Intermediate)

Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Malibu

Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience
Outdoors in Malibu
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners

Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour

Los Angeles: Private 4x4 Vineyard Tour in Malibu

Private Surf Lessons in Malibu

Private Malibu Waterfall Hike & Pacific Coast Drive
Nightlife in Malibu
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour

Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

Private Malibu Waterfall Hike & Pacific Coast Drive

Calling all Standup Paddle boarders, learn to Sail on a SUP Board
Highest rated in Malibu
The top of the Outty Ranking across 34 local experiences
- 1Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine2h • from $4989.8
- 2Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners2h • from $16979.9
- 3Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour4.5h • from $7078.4
- 4Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour2h • from $12577.0
- 5Los Angeles: Private 4x4 Vineyard Tour in Malibu2h • from $47573.9
- 6Private Surf Lessons in Malibu1.5h • from $13572.1
- 7Private Malibu Waterfall Hike & Pacific Coast Drive5h • from $49570.5
- 8Ventura to LAX0.5h • from $16569.3
- 9Private Getty Villa Tour with Museum-Trained Art Historian1.5h • from $17567.6
- 10Malibu Downhill Electric Mountain Bike Tour – (Intermediate)2h • from $16967.5
- 11Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Malibu4h • from $18462.0
- 12Electric Bike & Hike to Hidden Grotto & Waterfall experience3h • from $19961.8
People also ask
What are the top 15 things to do in Malibu?
Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Malibu with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer
Planning questions about Malibu
- What are the best things to do in Malibu?
- Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine is the highest ranked experience in Malibu, scoring 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 439 traveler reviews. Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners, Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour, Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour, Los Angeles: Private 4x4 Vineyard Tour in Malibu round out the top five. Outty ranks 34 bookable experiences in Malibu, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Malibu cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Malibu is $169 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Oxnard by Crazy Dash. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Malibu for today?
- Yes. 34 of the top 34 experiences we rank in Malibu currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Malibu good for families?
- Yes. 4 of the experiences we rank in Malibu are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Malibu?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Malibu?
- Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Malibu, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Malibu?
- 28 of the 34 experiences we rank in Malibu offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Malibu gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Malibu so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.