One Day Adventure in Calabasas, California

  • Malibu Creek State Park (8 am): Start the day with a hike in the scenic Malibu Creek State Park. With several trails of varying difficulty, explore the natural beauty of the park including rock pools and waterfalls.
  • The Getty Villa (11 am): Transport yourself to ancient Greece and Rome at the Getty Villa. This museum houses a vast collection of ancient art and artifacts from the Mediterranean region, including sculptures, paintings, and jewelry.
  • Rock Climbing at Top Out (1 pm): Looking for a thrill? Head to Top Out Climbing Gym for some indoor rock climbing. Whether a pro or novice, you can expect a challenging climb with friendly staff to guide you.
  • Universal Studios Hollywood (4 pm): Live out your Hollywood fantasies at Universal Studios Hollywood. With rides, shows, and attractions based on your favorite movies and TV shows, this amusement park is sure to be a fun-filled adventure.
  • The Six Chow House (7 pm): Refuel after a long day of adventure at The Six Chow House. This gastropub serves up craft beer and comfort food with a modern twist. Highlights include the mac and cheese and crispy mac and cheese balls.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Malibu Creek State Park (2 hours, free)
  • The Getty Villa (2 hours, $20 for parking)
  • Rock Climbing at Top Out (2 hours, $25 for day pass and gear rental)
  • Universal Studios Hollywood (3 hours, $109 for general admission ticket)
  • The Six Chow House (1.5 hours, $20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $174

Transportation

Calabasas is best explored by car, as many attractions are spread out. Ride share services such as Uber and Lyft are also available in the area. Expect travel time between attractions to be around 20-30 minutes, barring traffic delays.

Estimated travel costs: $75 for car rental, or $30-$50 for ride share services.

Useful Tips

If you want to add more adventure, try horseback riding at Malibu Riders or hot air ballooning with Cloud 9 Living. For those with less time, consider skipping The Getty Villa or Universal Studios Hollywood.

Airports

Bob Hope Airport (BUR) is the closest airport to Calabasas, located approximately 21 miles away in Burbank. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the main airport in the area, located approximately 29 miles away.

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