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Things to do in Catalina Island

57+ tours, tickets and activities in Catalina Island, USA. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Catalina Island

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Catalina Food Tour

Dine like a local. Experience Catalina's history, culture & foodie fun with our knowledgeable guides on this delicious 2.5-hour food tour. • Enjoy an all-inclusive experience as you sip, sample & savor Avalon's best. • Encounter the sights, sounds and stories behind our well-known historic landmarks. • Relax by the ocean on Catalina Island's only food & beverage excursion. • Experience 5+ unique…

4.9(495)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 495 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £133.40 per person

Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour

A post office that doesn’t deliver? A house that used to be a boat? A bird park without any birds? It’s all part of the unique charm that’s been attracting visitors of all ages to this quaint island town for more than a century. Postcard views abound on this open-air narrated bus tour through the streets of historic Avalon. Have your camera ready.

4.6(373)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 373 reviews50 min

From £23.64 per person

Ocean Wonders: Catalina Island's Immersive Movie Experience

More than 15,000 happy guests and counting! Experience the oceans like never before! This truly unique immersive experience takes you on a thirty minute virtual "scuba dive" through the world's oceans. Our flagship experience and fan favorite. Our debut short film, was shot in nine countries across three oceans and a sea, featuring over forty marine species. This immersive movie lets you virtuall…

4.6(69)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 69 reviews30 minFree cancellation

From £22.73 per person

Casino VIP Backstage Tour

Take a trip down memory lane to the days when bands were big and movies were just beginning to talk. The Catalina Casino epitomizes everything glamorous about Catalina Island. You'll see the extraordinary Art Deco murals and a classic 1929 pipe organ inside the Avalon Theatre, which still shows nightly movies on its massive screen. A short film is shown highlighting the history of this iconic bui…

4.7(59)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 59 reviews1 h

From £30.39 per person

Walking History Tour on Catalina Island

Avalon History Tours is a small family-owned business located on Catalina Island. We offer an authentic and immersive experience led by knowledgeable guides who are local residents. Our hour-and-a-half-long tour covers approximately one mile of the island's charming and predominantly flat terrain, making it accessible to most guests. For extra convenience, guests aged 6 and over are provided with…

5.0(23)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 23 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £30.36 per person

Avalon City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Take a self-guided GPS audio tour through the streets of Avalon with me. My name is Matthew and I am one of the 4000 residents of Avalon. Being a local I get asked a lot of questions. Do you live here full time? How expensive is it? What is that large house up on the hill? Why does everyone drive around in golf carts? How can you have a casino that doesn't allow gambling? Along with historians, a…

4.2(39)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 39 reviews2 h 50 minFree cancellation

From £5.31 per person

Haunted Catalina EMF Detection Walking Tour - 12 years and older

Tour the historic Village of Avalon with our local historian. Together you will walk through Avalon while exploring the spooky history and paranormal mysteries of Catalina. Learn the difference between a spirit or a ghost. Understand why Catalina is so haunted, and why our guide has proof of the other side. This is the only Ghost Tour on Catalina and has been voted one of the Top Ten Ghost Tours…

4.6(16)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 16 reviews1 h 50 minFree cancellation

From £41.75 per person

Avalon Golf Cart Tour Led by Former Museum Curator

Guided by John Boraggina, former museum curator, this tour goes beyond the typical route—shaped around your interests, whether that’s hidden history, stunning viewpoints, or local stories passed down through generations. Whether it’s your first visit or a place your family has loved for years, each tour is thoughtfully customized to create a one-of-a-kind experience just for you.

5.0(10)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 reviews1 h 50 minFree cancellation

From £229.98 per person

Scenic Golf Cart Tour Offered By Local Guides

Discover the charm of Avalon on a guided tour that showcases the Catalina Islands' rich history and stunning views. Local drivers provide insights as you explore the picturesque town, making stops at scenic spots perfect for photo opportunities. This tour is ideal for families and friends looking to enjoy a relaxed day out while learning about the area's culture and heritage. - Experience Avalon’…

4.9(9)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £44.78 per person

Catalina Island Summit Sunset Tour

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Catalina Island on the Sunset Summit Tour, a 1-hour guided adventure designed to showcase the island’s most stunning vistas. Starting in the picturesque city of Avalon, this journey takes you through the charming streets and up into the rugged interior of the island, all while riding aboard our safari tram, The Falcon. As you ascend to the Summit at an impressi…

5.0(6)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £42.69 per person

Avalon Scenic Drive GPS Audio Tour

Enjoy Avalon without getting lost! Make the most of your golf cart with a scenic GPS-guided audio route. Golf cart NOT provided. Explore Avalon with a locally designed GPS route that takes you through the island’s most scenic viewpoints and photo stops. Unlike a traditional guided tour, this is a flexible driving route with short, engaging audio stops that give you just enough context to enjoy wh…

4.4(7)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £7.58 per person

Haunted Catalina Golf Cart Tour

Hop aboard as we embark on a driving ghost tour through the City of Avalon. Our journey begins at 121 Clarissa Ave, one block from the beach, in a big yellow building with green awnings. Brace yourself as we explore the eerie and haunted sites that have sent shivers down the spines of locals and visitors alike. Prepare to be enthralled by captivating stories, paranormal history and a breathtaking…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £64.52 per person

Catalina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game

Embark on an engaging scavenger hunt through the historic streets of Avalon California, on the island of Catalina! Explore the quaint and beautiful harbor and waterfront. See the historic sights like the Avalon Casino. See some of the overlooked gems like the the Avalon Veteran's Memorial. Explore and see the many unique shops, restaurants and galleries. Go at your own pace and see the best of wh…

3.6(5)Rated 3.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £18.60 per person

Catalina Island Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Avalon

Explore Avalon on a GPS-guided audio walking tour that plays automatically as you walk. No groups, no schedules—just put in your headphones and go. Starting along the waterfront, you’ll follow a walkable route along the harbor, up to hillside viewpoints, and past key landmarks. Along the way, you'll visit places like the Green Pleasure Pier, the Tuna Club, and the iconic Catalina Casino, while he…

4.3(3)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £7.58 per person

Paranormal Patrol EMF Golf Cart Tour

Delve into the mysterious past of Catalina Island on this haunted golf cart adventure. As the sun sets, navigate the eerie streets of Avalon while uncovering ghostly legends and chilling tales of restless spirits. Each stop reveals haunted locations rich with dark history and whispered secrets, bringing you closer to the unexplained. The experience culminates with a unique chance to conduct your…

4.0(2)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £72.11 per person

An Immersive Butterfly Experience on Catalina Island

The IMMERSED dome theater is excited to bring the incredible Butterfly Journey dome movie from K2 Studios to Catalina Island. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned theater with assigned seating and beanbag chairs available for a cozy viewing experience. Beautiful and delicate, yet unbelievably resilient, the butterfly is one of nature’s most enigmatic creatures. Follow the vast migrations of th…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews30 minFree cancellation

From £22.73 per person

Catalina Explorer Helicopter Tour

See the best of Catalina on this all-encompassing aerial tour over California's island escape! Depart from Pebbly Beach for a 20-minute exploration into the mostly untouched natural beauty of the 22-mile-long island sanctuary featuring a rugged interior and cliffs rising from the ocean.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews20 min

From £191.46 per person

Avalon Bay Discovery Walk A Self guided Audio Tour

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, mus…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £7.58 per person

Avalon Art Class Tour Experience

Discover the perfect blend of beauty and healing at the Metaphysics Gift Shop. Delight in custom handcrafted jewelry and an array of crystals that resonate with your energy. Enhance your wellness journey with Cathy Crystal’s sound bath clair-energy sessions, designed to rejuvenate your spirit through the power of sound therapy. Each session offers a unique opportunity to tune into your inner self…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £113.85 per person

Drink with the Departed- Adults 21 and over only

Step into Avalon’s past on Legends, History and Tiles of the Past, a guided walking experience that blends Catalina’s rich heritage with the beauty of its iconic tilework and the allure of old Hollywood. Stroll through historic streets and waterfront landmarks as knowledgeable local guides reveal the true stories behind the island’s most celebrated sites, from classic hotels and colorful murals t…

New1 hFree cancellation

From £49.34 per person