11 days in California Itinerary
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Los Angeles
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Malibu
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Joshua Tree National Park
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San Diego
— 3 nights
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Los Angeles — 3 nights
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City of Angels
On the 1st (Mon), explore the world behind art at Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: find something for the whole family at Disneyland Park.
To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Los Angeles trip planning website.
If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino International Airport and Edwards Air Force Base. In May, daytime highs in Los Angeles are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. On the 4th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Malibu.
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To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Los Angeles trip planning website.
If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino International Airport and Edwards Air Force Base. In May, daytime highs in Los Angeles are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. On the 4th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Malibu.
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Malibu — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 4th (Thu): kick back and relax at Carbon Beach, see the interesting displays at The Getty Villa, and then don't miss a visit to Malibu Pier. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at El Matador State Beach, kick back and relax at Zuma Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Paradise Cove, and finally walk around Malibu Bluffs Park.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Malibu trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Los Angeles to Malibu in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of tram and bus. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. On the 6th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Joshua Tree National Park.
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You can drive from Los Angeles to Malibu in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of tram and bus. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. On the 6th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Joshua Tree National Park.
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Joshua Tree National Park — 2 nights
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On the 7th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Barker Dam Trail, explore the striking landscape at Keys View, and then appreciate the views at Hidden Valley Nature Trail.
For where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Joshua Tree National Park journey builder website.
Traveling by flight from Malibu to Joshua Tree National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Malibu in May: highs in Joshua Tree National Park hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Diego.
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Traveling by flight from Malibu to Joshua Tree National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Malibu in May: highs in Joshua Tree National Park hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Diego.
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San Diego — 3 nights
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America's Finest City
San Diego is known for zoos & aquariums, museums, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: meet the residents at San Diego Zoo, walk around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, take in nature's colorful creations at Balboa Park, and stroll through Cabrillo National Monument.
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Drive from Joshua Tree National Park to San Diego in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Joshua Tree National Park in May: highs in San Diego hover around 25°C, while lows dip to 19°C.
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Drive from Joshua Tree National Park to San Diego in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Joshua Tree National Park in May: highs in San Diego hover around 25°C, while lows dip to 19°C.
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