Isla Catalina Port Guide

Delve into Catalina's rich history on this one-and-a-half-hour walking tour led by knowledgeable local guides from a family-owned business. You will discover the origins of iconic landmarks like the Catalina Casino and learn how the Wrigley family transformed the island. The tour covers approximately one mile of flat terrain, and headsets are provided for guests aged 6 and over to ensure everyone can hear clearly.

Experience Catalina's history and culture on this 2.5-hour, all-inclusive foodie tour, the only one of its kind on the island. You will sip, sample, and savor your way through 5+ unique tasting locations while learning stories behind historic landmarks. The tour is limited to just 10 people to ensure a relaxing and personalized experience.

Descend Catalina’s Descanso Canyon on an exhilarating zip line tour that drops from 600 feet above sea level. You will travel close to three-quarters of a mile over five consecutive zip lines, including one run that is 1,100 feet long. Experience the thrill of pushing 40 mph at heights of 300 feet above the canyon floor.

Take a trip down memory lane with a tour of the glamorous and historic Catalina Casino. Inside the Avalon Theatre, you will see extraordinary Art Deco murals and a classic 1929 pipe organ, followed by a short film on the building's Hollywood connection. Please be aware that this tour requires some uphill walking inside the casino.

Rediscover the enchantment of Avalon from the comfort of a passenger vehicle on this 50-minute nonstop scenic journey. This seven-and-a-half mile tour provides a comprehensive history of the city, traveling along the beachfront and up the hillsides for picture-perfect views. As your guide shares Catalina Island history and folklore, you’ll see why this tour receives the highest ratings for customer satisfaction.

Experience the ocean like never before in a truly unique, thirty-minute virtual “scuba dive” through the world’s oceans. This immersive movie lets you virtually explore Catalina’s kelp forests and encounter over forty marine species, including humpback whales, manta rays, and playful sea lions. All footage was filmed in 360 degrees by a team on real dives around the world.

Journey into the undersea wonderland of Lover's Cove Marine Preserve aboard the MoonStone vessel. Operated by a company with nearly a century of experience, this tour allows you to see the bottom of the sea. You’ll view a variety of colorful fish and other sea life as you cruise through what is considered one of the healthiest marine environments in the world.

Explore the spooky history and paranormal mysteries of Avalon on this walking tour led by a local historian. You will learn the difference between a spirit and a ghost and understand why the 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 in the country by USA TODAY.

Come face-to-face with Catalina's abundant marine life on a 45-minute underwater excursion. You will cruise five feet below the surface in a spacious, climate-controlled cabin where every passenger has their own seat and porthole. A live guide will suggest points of interest, and you are free to roam the cabin for different viewpoints.

Experience a unique hybrid of a sightseeing tour and an interactive mystery with the Fantastic Catalina Race. Described as a "Truly Amazing Race," this experience is great for the whole family or for groups. Please note that players will need to follow all state and local guidelines while playing.

Take a self-guided GPS audio tour through Avalon, narrated by local residents who call the island home. Using your smartphone's GPS and an app that works offline, you'll hear stories behind famous landmarks and get answers to frequently asked questions about island life. The tour is ready whenever you are, as the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place.

Enjoy a scenic 45-minute cruise to the protected marine preserve of Lover's Cove aboard a state-of-the-art Glass Bottom Boat. This timeless attraction provides the perfect "window" to the undersea world, allowing you to discover a variety of marine life without getting wet. You can even create feeding frenzies with local sea inhabitants using the boat's specially designed interactive food drop tubes.