Catalina Island Activities

Catalina Island

A unique destination off the Southern California coast

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Catalina Island Museum
CatalinaMuseum.org

Located on the ground floor of the Casino Building in Avalon, the Catalina Island Museum explores the Island's rich cultural heritage. Permanent exhibits illustrate unique elements of Catalina's history including its evolution as a resort community, its role as the Chicago Cubs Spring Training venue, its links to Hollywood, and its prominence in the decorative tile and pottery industry. The Museum is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. seven days a week (closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas day). Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for military, $2 for children (6-15), and children under 6 are free. 1 Casino Way - (310) 510-2414

1 Casino Way
310-510-2414

Destination
Gifts
Kid Friendly
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Catalina Expeditions
visitcatalinaisland.com

Discover the magic of Catalina Island with Catalina Expeditions. We offer land and sea expeditions in everything from our New Zip Line Eco Tour and Catalina Climbing Wall to the Undersea Expedition and biofuel H1-Hummer Expeditions. Let our guides show you the rich history, culture, and nature that makes Catalina Island one of the most popular destinations in Southern California.
1 Island Plaza - (310) 510-8687

150 Metropole Avenue
310-510-8687

Undersea Tours
Backcountry Tours
Kid Friendly
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Descanso Beach Ocean Sports
KayakCatalinaIsland.com

Whether you spend a few hours, or a few days with us - you'll find your Catalina Island experience more complete. Meet our friendly staff at Descanso Beach, they'll help you fill your time with entertaining, educational and fun activities centered around our sparkling clear and fish-filled ocean waters.
1 Descanso Beach - (310) 510-1226

Descanso Beach Club
310-510-1226

Kayak, Snorkeling
Eco Tours
Kid Friendly

Island Water Charters
IslandWaterCharters.com

Make your vacation to Catalina unforgettable! Go parasailing and get amazing views of Avalon and its surrounding waters. Experience a bird's eye view from over 300' up. Parasailing is fun, exciting, and safe, with no experience necessary. You can fly by yourself, or go up with a friend. Our custom parasail boat, Flying First Class, accommodates 12, and is a smooth, comfortable ride. Take offs and landings are from the boat, there's no need to get wet. Or, if you prefer, you can dip your feet in the ocean. We also offer private snorkeling, sightseeing, and fishing trips. Just call for more information. (310) 510-9280 - Located on the Green Pier

Green Pleasure Pier
310-510-9280

Parasailing
Eco Adventures
Kid Friendly
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Catalina Diver's Supply
CatalinaDiversSupply.com

Catalina Divers Supply is Avalon's premier dive shop, operating since 1958. We offer world class diving at Catalina Island's world class resort environment. Our scuba diving education courses range from beginner to professional level as well as Discover Scuba Diving for the first time adventurer. Our 46-foot dive vessel Scuba Cat provides daily charters for both divers and snorkelers alike. The Casino Dive Park and our air fill station offer guests the opportunity to shore dive one of the best dive sites the Pacific Coast of the US has to offer. Join us for epic diving, spectacular visibility, and services for the whole family.
Pleasure Pier - (800) 353-0330 or (310) 510-0330

Pleasure Pier
310-510-0330

Scuba Diving
Boat Charter
Kid Friendly

Brown's Bikes
CatalinaBiking.com

Experience Catalina on two wheels. Conveniently located just yards from the boat terminal, Brown's Bikes offers a range of options for bicycling, including beach cruisers, mountain bikes, electric bikes and tandem bicycles. Relax and enjoy the scenery on a short jaunt around town or take on Catalina's rugged and dramatic hills. We are equipped with a full-service repair shop. Stroller and wheelchair rentals are also available.
107 Pebbly Beach Road - (310) 510-0986

107 Pebbly Beach Road
310-510-0986

Electric Bikes
Tandem Bikes
Kid Friendly

Wet Spot Rentals and Island Outback Tours
catalinakayaks.com

Summer fun since '91! Rent a set of snorkel gear and head over to Lovers Cove Marine Preserve or try a glass bottom kayak and explore the fish filled waters from above! Join their Little Harbor Outback Tour for a unique outing to one of Catalina’s most beautiful beaches. Explore remote Catalina with a local guide on this interactive island tour, 11am – 4pm. At Little Harbor, enjoy lunch and your choice of activity. Kayak, snorkel, boogie board or hike, all equipment and picnic lunch are included in tour price. For 23 years, this small, family run business has strived to give the Catalina visitor a unique and memorable Island experience! (310) 510-2229 - Located at Avalon boat landing

120 Pebbly Beach Road
310-510-2229

Kayak, Snorkeling
Eco Tours
Kid Friendly
Pet Friendly
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Jeep Eco Tours
CatalinaConservancy.org

Experience the only Fully-Custom Tour of the Island's expansive wildlands! Ride in an open-air jeep behind locked gates that lead to stunning vistas, dramatic seascapes, and secluded beaches. Behold grazing bison and meet our animal ambassadors: Tachi (Endangered Catalina Island Fox) and Pimu (Bald Eagle). Tours are tailored to your interests in natural history, ecology, archaeology, or adventurous sightseeing. Immerse yourself in the Catalina Island experience with our popular half- and full-day tours. Save up to $100 by becoming a member of the Conservancy. Proceeds support ongoing Conservancy projects.
125 Claressa Avenue - Information and Reservations: (310) 510-2595

125 Claressa Avenue
310-510-2595

Eco Tours
Exclusive
Kid Friendly

Afishinados Charters
FishCatalina.com

Fish the isle in style with Afishinados, Avalon's most experienced 6 pak charter operator offering top boats, great equipment and friendly IGFA captains. Afishinado is a 36'custom sport-fisher, great for families and groups that like the extra space, safety and comfort of a larger boat. Or, choose MOJO, a 24' Center Console, a fast, fun, fishing machine. We do it all, from trophy fishing to our most popular trip, a 4-hour 'Catch a bunch, eat a few charter' targeting high probability fish for novice anglers that want to learn to fish the island. Rates are all-inclusive, 1-day license is extra.
203 Crescent Ave - 310-510-2440

310-510-2440

IGFA Captains
Fish in Style
Kid Friendly
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Afishinados Charters
Afishinados.com

CATALLAC is setting new standards for touring Catalina Island. New in June 2012, purpose-built for groups to 49, CATALLAC is the perfect vessel for day or night romantic floats, eco-tours, corporate meetings, weddings and special events. She is a 50' power catamaran with nearly 1200 sq. ft. of deck space, including bar and food service area. Great for private parties, CATALLAC will also offer a schedule of open party tours including Two Harbors Trips, Land & Sea Eco Tours, Sunset & Lunar Cruises, Foodie Cruises and our famous Flying Fish Tours where you win a T-shirt if you catch a flyer.
203 Crescent Ave - 310-510-2440

310-510-2440

50' Catamaran
Groups to 49
Kid Friendly
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Catalina Adventure Tours, Inc.
catalinaadventuretours.com

Yellow Submarine - Glassbottom Boat Tour - Seal Rocks Tour - City & Interior Bus Tours
Adventure Tours has been catering to visitors for over 20 years with the best tours, buses, vessels and staff. For photo enthusiasts, our tours provide opportunities to capture seals, buffalo and other wildlife. We bring the best of Catalina Island for you and your family to enjoy. Special group and senior packages are available.
Cabrillo Mole & Pleasure Pier
(877)510-2888 or (562)432-8828

Green Pleasure Pier
877-510-2888

Yellow Submarine
Glassbotton Boat
Kid Friendly
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Avalon Boat Stand Company - Joe's Rent-a-Boat - Pleasure Pier - (310) 510-0455
Avalon Theatre - 1 Casino Way, Casino Building - (310) 510-0179
Cartopia Golf Cart Rental - 615 Crescent Avenue - (310) 510-2493
Catalina Auto and Bike Rentals - 301 Crescent Avenue - (310) 510-0111
Catalina Explorer - Cabrillo Mole - (310) 510-9404
Catalina Island Conservancy - Airport-in-the-Sky - Buffalo Springs Station - (310) 510-0143
Catalina Island Visitors Golf Course - 1 Country Club Drive - (310) 510-0530
Catalina Ocean Rafting/ Adventure Rafting Trips - (310) 510-0211
Catalina Scuba Luv, Home of the Neptune Dive Boats - 126 Catalina Avenue - (310) 510-2350
Country Club Tennis Courts - 1 Country Club Drive - (310) 510-0530
Dollyia Island Psychic and Enchanted Gifts - 101 Pebbly Beach Road - (310) 510-1171
Golf Gardens - Island Bus Plaza - (310) 510-1200
High Tide Charters - 415 Crescent Avenue - (310) 510-1612
Island Rentals - 125 Pebbly Beach Road - (310) 510-1456
Mardi Gras Arcade - 225 Crescent Avenue - (310) 510-0967
Para-Sailing Catalina - (310) 510-1777
The Original Ghost Tours of Catalina - 310-502-6131
Windward Side Adventure & Photography - (310) 510-3359
Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden - Avalon Canyon Road - (310) 510-2288