Overview
Available languages
50 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Please check your email through Viator for your confirmation number and tour information
What To Expect
Avalon
Tour will depart from the Island Tour Plaza and will drive around the City of Avalon pointing out Avalon's historic buildings and attractions.
Options
Times May Vary
What‘s Included
Driver Live Commentary on Board
Food and Drinks
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
317 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Avalon City onboard the 1953 tour bus
rsC3421SY,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On May 31, 2026 we went on the City tour excursion with Cindy Lowe as our guide and driver. Her quips and interesting facts of the island were the most interesting part of the trip. Knowledgeable and funny as heck. Cindy's driving skills while entertaining all of us was spectacular! Girl can DRIVE! Your island is phenomenal.
Great tour!
Sherpa589947,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura was an incredible tour guide and kept us all laughing while learning about the island. I was highly impressed by her driving skills around the island!
It was worth the money!
candice w,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bear, our guide, was funny and personable. I learned quite a lot in short rise around Avalon. I’d bring friends and do this again!!
Great overview of Avalon
160JimM,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Laura was an excellent guide. Entertaining, informative, and great overview of Avalon and Catalina Island.
Scenic Bus Tour
Thomas E,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Vintage bus scenic tour. Amazing experience with an awesome tour guide. Must see experience with very knowledgeable and entertaining tour guides Money well spent
It was a very nice tour....
Lorna W,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very nice tour. We had the tour bus all to ourselves which was great!! Our guide was so nice!
Great Tour
sharongX9462GR,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael was great! We were on a vintage tour bus and he took us all around Avalon. He knows the history and how to drive on small curvy roads!
Quick and Informative Tour of Catalina
NorthStar221855,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour was interesting. We liked the views and scenery. The guide was nice and informative. On the downside, It took us a while to figure out the pickup location.
Tour was great, guide did...
Caleb G,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour was great, guide did a great job explaining all the history and places to see and kept us entertained
Wonderful tour saw the...
Maria B,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour saw the island from top to bottom. Nice explanation of various points so glad we decided to do this.
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