Los Angeles · CATALINA ISLAND & AVALON TOURS
12 tours in this guide
Catalina works best when the ferry, Avalon time and island activity fit cleanly together. Compare the reviewed options here before giving an entire day to the crossing.
Private 2-hour golf-cart tour of Avalon with pickup option, local guide stories, and stops like Pebbly Beach and the Casino area.
“My family and I had a great experience! The golf cart took us to all the highlights of Avalon. Got amazing views of the city from high up on the hills. It was very informative and a great tour overall. It was also very convenient that they picked us up from our hotel.”
45 minutes in a Yellow semi-sub from Avalon to Lovers' Cove. See fish from dry portholes, fish feeding add-on for cash.
“Great excelente for family. If you have younger kids,they'll love it. Brad and Dave are great. Loved feeding the fishes 🐟”
Avalon food stops and local stories on a 2.5-hour walking tour with cocktails and sweets, from Old Ben Park to Marlin Club.
“Janet was very knowledgable and so much fun. We really enjoyed the whole experience and it was a great day to get a "taste" of Catalina. Thank you! We will be back... Kimmy and Glen”
One-way ferry from San Pedro to Avalon, about an hour on the water with ocean views, then five minutes to downtown Avalon.
“Spending time with family in a little chunk of heaven was priceless, especially when everything goes smoothly and efficiently.”
A 50-minute guided bus tour that introduces you to Avalon’s beachfront, historic sights, and hilltop views, with live commentary included.
“Awesome experience. Driver was amazing and taught us several things we didn’t know about the Avalon community. Highly recommend”
Ride 10 miles into Catalina’s protected interior, spot wildlife, visit the Nature Center at Airport-in-the-Sky, and view Native gathering sites.
“We had a great time! Our tour guide did a great job despite the fog and we really enjoyed seeing the inside of Catalina and learning about the conservatory.”
Walk Avalon with a local historian on a 90-minute haunted tour, using audio headsets and stopping at the Catalina Island Casino.
“It was well worth the money. The guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The tales were very haunting.”
45 minutes under Avalon in a semi-submersible from Green Pleasure Pier, with live narration and close-up Pacific marine life.
“The tour was so fun. On the guide was funny. So glad I went, I will for sure be doing this again. Loved it”
Private 2-hour golf cart tour of Avalon with local stories, easy stops for photos, and optional pickup, for up to 5 people per group.
“We had a wonderful experience on this tour! From start to finish our guide, Mark, was not only knowledgeable but also passionate, bringing each stop to life with stories and little details that made the experience unique.”
A private 15-minute helicopter flight over Long Beach, with Queen Mary views, harbor highlights, and likely Catalina spotting, plus live narration.
“I’m afraid of mostly everything, so going on a helicopter was a big deal for me but our pilot was so great. Made us feel safe and reassured us of everything he was doing. 10/10 recommend!!”
A 40-minute glass-bottom boat cruise in Avalon’s Lover’s Cove Marine Preserve, with clear underwater views, lots of fish, and time to explore.
“Captain was very knowledgeable and is from the island. We did see a lot of fish. Just the glass bottle was a bit dirty.”
Self-guided offline audio tour of Avalon on Catalina Island. Start at Crescent Ave, last about 50 minutes, and costs $5.24.
“This was a great way to learn about the island, while taking a leisurely stroll! There was lots of interesting and entertaining information. We felt like we got to see and learn about the highlights of Catalina, while exploring at our own pace. Fantastic!”
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