Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour
Overview
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50 minutes
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Rediscover the enchantment of Avalon on this delightful nonstop 50 minute journey along the beachfront, up the hillsides, and through the heart of this friendly and historic town. This tour always receives the highest ratings for customer satisfaction in our visitor surveys. You’ll see picture-perfect views and colorful local attractions as your guide shares interesting Catalina Island history and folklore from the comfort of our passenger vehicle. This seven-and-a-half mile journey provides a comprehensive history of Santa Catalina Island’s only city, Avalon. Don’t forget your camera.
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
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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.
What‘s Included
Driver Live Commentary on Board
Food and Drinks
Options
Times May Vary
Reviews
270 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This was a fun, different...
Tonya R,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fun, different way to explore the island. We saw no wildlife but had a very nice trip regardless!
Great views and info
Timothy H,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful and informative tour of Avalon! Laura was absolutely entertaining oroviding a bevy of facts about the history of the the island. Well worth the cost!
A Lovely Way to See Avalon for the First Time
Susan L,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I really enjoyed this tour. The guide was informative and fun, and I loved learning about the people who live here and the history of Catalina. The views were beautiful and gave us great photo opportunities. It was a perfect way to get oriented on our first visit to Avalon and helped us decide which places we wanted to explore more during our stay. Our driver was great.
Great Tour on Avalon, Catalina. 1/16/26
gcalapan44,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura was a great guide. Her presentation was informative and funny. Great tour and recommend anyone visiting to book. Best value for the time spent.
Great tour and great tour guide
Sarai S,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with a very informative and friendly tour guide. It shows you all the beautiful sights of Catalina.
Wonderful staff and...
Tegan B,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful staff and wonderful views! All the staff on catalina made it very enjoyable! 10/10 recommend a solo trip or coming here with family!
Our amazing driver! Tour guide Cindy Lowe
Jocelyn A,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a scenic tour around the city. Our driver/guide is Cindy Lowe. She’s entertaining, knowledgeable, friendly, engaging, talented singer, has a beautiful voice.
Tour around the city
VLordArmstrong,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cindy Lowe was an amazing tour guide. We loved her! The dad jokes were hilarious and the view was amazing. The interior of the bus was amazing. It was worth saving that piece of history.
The tour guide was great....
J R,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was great. It was nice to get know some history of the town. Everyone in this town is friendly.
Great way to see highlights if Avalon
BiggJ14344,,Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took this tour to get the most in a few hours visit to Catalina Island. Our tour guide Cindy Lowe was funny and very informative and kept our big group engaged and entertained. Scenic stops high atop the mountains afforded excellent photos of our visit. Great way to spend about an hour and half getting to know Avalon. She was awesome. Thanks.
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