Avalon History Tours

     is now part of the Avalon Tour Company.
SAme owners. Same local guides. Same tours.

One home for all of our experiences.

  • Ages: All ages are welcome!

  • Duration: 45 Minutes - 1 hour & 30 minutes (depending on size of group, pace, and questions)

  • Distance: Approx. 1 mile, leisurely pace

  • Location: We tour through the streets of downtown Avalon on Catalina Island.

  • Accessibility: We walk through downtown Avalon streets at a leisurely yet constant pace. We are wheelchair accessible.

  • Best For: Seniors, families, all ages

  • Highlights: Avalon history, landmarks, hidden stories

Quick Facts

Discover Avalon and Catalina Island on a locally guided walking history tour led by long-term residents. This leisurely walking tour explores Avalon’s history, iconic landmarks, and hidden stories at a relaxed pace, making it an ideal experience for seniors, families, and guests of all ages looking for one of the best walking tours in Avalon on Catalina Island. We are the ONLY walking history tour on the island, offering an authentic, insider perspective that you won’t find anywhere else.

Walk through Avalon’s streets with guides who know the island inside and out, hear the fascinating stories behind its architecture and landmarks, and experience the charm and history of this unique island community. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure, a slow-paced sightseeing tour, or a deep dive into Avalon’s local history, this tour delivers a memorable, personal, and engaging experience. Small groups and expert storytelling make it easy to connect, ask questions, and fully enjoy every step.

Choose the only walking history tour on Catalina Island for a one-of-a-kind experience that combines history, local insight, and Avalon’s scenic beauty like no other tour can.

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on a Guided Walking History Tour

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Testimonials

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Bre was awesome. You could tell she absolutely adores where she lives and has an intimate knowledge of the island , its history and the people that live here. Incredibly interesting to hear the history of the island and her recommendations made our stay even better. Perfect host in the perfect job 👍🏼🥂"

    —Neil F. on TripAdvisor

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Wonderful tour! Beautiful and interesting! Tour Guide, Bre, was very knowledgeable. Good walking pace, responsive to a member of our group with mobility issues."

    —Jeannine F on Viator

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "The perfect tour! We really enjoyed this educational walking tour, packed with interesting facts about the island. Great for all ages."

    —Tammy T. on Viator

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This was a wonderful, relaxed walk through Avalon using the various buildings, piers and sights to talk about the history of the island. Our guide, Bre, did an excellent job of conveying information and responding to our questions. After our tour, we loved Catalina even more than before."

    —Webb B. on Viator

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "My guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable, eager to talk to, and eager to answer any questions I had. Really enjoyed the whole experience."

    —Tina H. on Viator

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Bre is incredibly knowledgeable and very down to earth! She has taken the time to really learn the local history and share it in a dynamic way that makes it interesting for outsiders. I learned a lot about Avalon. I highly recommend!!"

    —D.K. on Google Reviews

  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Since it was our first trip to Catalina Island we thought a walking history tour would be a great way to start our visit. The tour was just what we hoped for. Bre was knowledgeable and passionate about Catalina Island. She provided us with a great deal of information and was happy to answer any questions we had. My husband and I would highly recommend this tour."

    —Joyce W. on TripAdvisor

 

Walking tours start at the base of the Green Pleasure Pier

Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in with your guide