Discover Avalon: Catalina Scenic Tour
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
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
308 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fab tour of Catalina Island for time poor tourists
Gregor S,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this round robin trip around Catalina, having docked via our cruise (Ahoy, Virgin Voyagers). Being able to see the island and learn more about it from a local made this even more special. Great experience for tourists who have less than 4/5 hours to explore Catalina.
A Must-Do for First Time Visitors
Jeannette W,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bear was a great guide. First time to Catalina so loved hearing all the history nuggets about the island. Price was very reasonable too! I will totally recommend this excursion to my clients for their first visit to the island.
Hidden Gem
opsboss2017,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bear was the perfect tour guide. He has great knowledge of the area and a voice that carried well and was easy to understand. The tour itself is a hidden gem beginning with the 1953 Flexible bus to the narrow winding mountain roads with wonderful history and views all along the way to the price which was a fraction of any excursion that the ship was offering. I’ve already recommended this tour to a number of people for their next visit to the island.
a great time!
Debra N,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was very interesting even though we had already been in town for a couple days. The driver was very fun and is the only one who can drive that bus! We had a great time. A
Quick fun tour
Explorer32101113869,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Short informative tour with a fun guide.
Awesome, cool and fun.
charleskZ4967XV,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our bus tour was great! The tour guide was awesome! She was very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor. The bus was very cool vintage and very clean. My family of 8 raved about how fun it was.
A perfect place to unplug for the day
Lisa M,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The bus is beautiful, so if you are into vintage cars or automobiles just in general, you’ll love being on this bus. The tour guide was funny and very knowledgeable about the sites on the tour. He even gave information about the city so if you are looking to move to Avalon, you actually have insider information as to where to start.
Amazing Tour with a Great Tour Guide!
EstherTorres5512,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cindy was an amazing tour guide! You get to tour on a retro bus and Cindy was an awesome driver, talking history and fun facts about the island while navigating those curves and turns was quite impressive. We got to know the history of Avalon and how its residents live. I highly recommend this tour
Avalon City Tour.
David S,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great insight on the history of the island and breathtaking views of the city. Our guide Cindy is very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. I highly recommend taking the tour.
Excellent tour
leafar28,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this tour. We got to know the history of Avalon and how it’s residents live. It’s a fun under an hour tour on a retro bus and the cost was very reasonable. Cindy Lowe was our driver/guide. She is funny, knowledgeable and down to earth. I love her sense of humor and there wasn’t a dull moment with her. Two thumbs up!
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