Alex's favorite spot in LA. Parking is very tricky, they have TINY parking lot but you can park down at Zuma Beach (which is also pretty) and hike up or try to find something in a neighborhood...just don't stay long if you park illegally, they will ticket you :)
A pretty beach with interesting rock structures. Park in the parking lot or along the street, just make sure you read and follow parking signs. It's a bit of a drive but it's worth it, make it an adventure and check out Point Dume before or after. Note: There are stairs to get down but it is a bit of a hike up and down so do some research, or ask us, before making the drive.