5-Day Cultural Immersion Itinerary in Calabasas, California

• Day 1: Start your cultural journey with a visit to the Leonis Adobe Museum. You'll get a glimpse of what California was like in the late 1800s by visiting the historic structures around the museum. The museum features Victorian architecture and valuable artifacts. Afterward, head to Malibu Creek State Park, where you can enjoy hiking trails and picnic areas with rock pools.
• Day 2: Spend a day visiting some of the most popular cultural spots in Calabasas, starting with the Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum. You'll be able to see a great collection of cultural objects depicting Malibu’s natural environment and history. Later, head to the Zuma Beach for some of the best sunrise and sunset views in the area.
• Day 3: Start your day with an immersive natural experience at the Malibu Wine Hikes ridges. Enjoy scenic views of the vineyards and mountains while taking a tour of the wineries. Later, end your day at the Calabasas Farmers Market to experience local life, taste local cuisine, and check out local art.
• Day 4: Begin your day by exploring Liberty Canyon Nature Preserve to experience a natural wonderland that includes heavily wooded canyons, stunning waterfalls, and hiking trails. Later, visit the The Getty Villa Museum that features Greco-Roman art exhibitions, ancient Roman/Sicilian architecture, and lovely gardens.
• Day 5: End your cultural immersion by visiting Malibu Pier before heading to Surfrider Beach to experience astounding ocean views, coastal cliffs, and beachside dining. Afterward, head to Malibu Lumber Yard for some shopping and sightseeing.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Leonis Adobe Museum (1-2 hours, $10 entry fee)
• Malibu Creek State Park (3-4 hours, $12 entry fee)
• Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum (2-3 hours, $7 entry fee)
• Zuma Beach (2-3 hours, free)
• Malibu Wine Hikes (3-4 hours, $75 per person)
• Calabasas Farmers Market (2-3 hours, free)
• Liberty Canyon Nature Preserve (3-4 hours, free)
• The Getty Villa Museum (2-3 hours, free, parking $20)
• Malibu Pier (1-2 hours, free)
• Surfrider Beach (2-3 hours, free)
• Malibu Lumber Yard (2-3 hours, free)

Total Estimated Costs: $124 per person

Transportation

While in Calabasas, a car would be the most convenient mode of transportation due to the city's spread-out areas. A rental car could cost about $35-45 a day, and you can also use ridesharing services like Uber or Lyft.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day to visit the Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade. Also, take note that weekends can be busy, so try visiting sites early. Conversely, if you have less time, you can skip any of the activities above or group the stops by the city area.

Airports

The city has three airports near Calabasas. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular airport, situated 30 miles away in Westchester, and Burbank Airport (BUR) is about 25 miles away in Burbank, while Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 10 miles away, servicing charters and private jets.