Motorcycle Riding Itinerary for Santa Monica

  1. 9:00 AM: Pacific Coast Highway
    Starting Point

    Ride the famous Pacific Coast Highway with breathtaking ocean views and winding roads. Head north towards Malibu to enjoy the iconic route and its scenic stops.

  2. 10:00 AM: Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Cafe
    23 minutes (14.6 miles) from Pacific Coast Highway

    Stop for a snack or lunch at Malibu Seafood, a family-owned seafood market and restaurant. The menu is simple and fresh, and you can enjoy your meal in their outdoor seating with a beautiful view of the ocean.

  3. 11:30 AM: Getty Villa
    19 minutes (9.8 miles) from Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Cafe

    Visit the Getty Villa, a museum dedicated to arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruria. Explore the gorgeous gardens and architecture of this impressive mansion filled with priceless antiquities and artworks.

  4. 1:30 PM: Neptune's Net Seafood Restaurant
    24 minutes (13.2 miles) from Getty Villa

    Experience a biker's favorite, the famous Neptune's Net Seafood Restaurant, serving up fresh seafood since the 1950s. Enjoy the casual atmosphere of the restaurant and the excellent taste of their seafood and beer.

  5. 3:00 PM: Malibu Creek State Park
    18 minutes (11.6 miles) from Neptune's Net Seafood Restaurant

    End your motorcycle ride with an afternoon of hiking and nature. Malibu Creek State Park offers several hiking trails for all levels and breathtaking views of the Santa Monica Mountains. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the park after a long day of riding.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Pacific Coast Highway (1.5 hours, free)
  • Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Cafe (1 hour, $10 - $20 per person)
  • Getty Villa (2 hours, $16 per person for parking)
  • Neptune's Net Seafood Restaurant (1.5 hours, $10 - $20 per person)
  • Malibu Creek State Park (2 hours, $12 per car)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $38 - $68 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Santa Monica Pier or Third Street Promenade for some shopping and entertainment. If you have less time, you can skip the Getty Villa and spend more time at other locations or shorten the hike at Malibu Creek State Park. Make sure to check the opening and closing times for each location and alternative options for places that may be closed.

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