What you should do in Malibu...

While free transportation to and from Zuma Beach is offered all over the city of Los Angeles, many parents elect to drop their campers off at the beach in the morning, and pick them up in the afternoon. Because this has become a popular option for parents over the last few summers, I think it is important to provide some suggestions for families after the day's conclusion. 

Malibu is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon with the whole family with countless restaurants and treats in very close vicinity to Zuma. One of our all time favorites is Malibu Seafood. This beachside lunch/dinner spot is great for an afternoon picnic with the family as they have outside seating overlooking the ocean. They offer amazing dishes like lobster rolls and coconut shrimp, with their house specialty being their fish and chips. This is the perfect post camp pick-me-up and we couldn’t recommend it enough.

Sometimes after camp, you just need a tasty treat. This is why Malibu Yogurt & Ice Cream is a real winner. Located just a few miles down PCH from Zuma Beach, this surf-themed dessert spot offers delicious ice cream and frozen yogurt at an affordable price. One of our favorite tips would be to get the nutella frozen yogurt and add strawberries as a topping. It doesn’t get much better than that!

One final activity that we would suggest to families is to take a trip down to Malibu Country Mart. This small outdoor shopping center is home to several delicious restaurants and fun places to go shopping. They also do have a play center right in the middle for the little ones! Our favorite place to eat here is Howdy’s. It is a casual dining spot that offers sushi and other kinds of seafood. Pro tip: order the sushi burrito!

Malibu is a laid back but vibrant town that is filled with activities for not only parents but the whole family. A camper’s day doesn’t have to end when you pick them up from the beach, and hopefully some of these suggestions help you spend your time in Malibu the best way you possibly can!