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Avalon Bay Discovery Walk A Self guided Audio Tour

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 hFree cancellationBy Catalina Compass Audio Tours
Catalina Compass Audio Tours, Island History with Local Story Tellers!

About this activity

Created by locals who live here, this is not your typical walking tour.

Explore Avalon with locals through a GPS audio walk that blends history, hidden gems, storytelling, music, and humor.

Discover Avalon through the voices of 3rd-generation islanders who know its stories, secrets, and soul. This self-guided GPS audio walking tour brings Catalina Island to life through engaging storytelling, music, and lighthearted humor you won’t find on typical tours.

As you walk at your own pace, your phone becomes your personal guide—unlocking location-based stories, historical insights, and hidden spots that most visitors walk right past.

Designed for curious travelers who want more than just facts, this immersive experience turns Avalon into a living storybook.

What You’ll Experience

-Stories from longtime Avalon locals

-Hidden gems and lesser-known island history

-Music, humor, and engaging storytelling

-GPS-guided walking route on your phone

-Flexible self-paced experience (~1 hour)

What's included

  • ✓Fantastic Audio tour with music and jokes
  • ✓Unlimited access & Flexible usage - at your own pace on your own time
  • ✓GPS Map with real time directions

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone - not provided

Meeting and pickup

  • All our self guided walking tours begin at Old Ben Park, in Avalon. Old Ben Park can be found at the south end of Avalon Bay as you disembark from the main boat terminal. Look for the Catalina Photo booth and the statue of the Sea Lion Old Ben.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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