Avalon Bay Discovery Walk A Self guided Audio Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Catalina Island, USA
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Duration1h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 4 travelers

Overview

Created by locals who live here, this is not your typical walking tour.

Explore Avalon with locals through a GPS audio walk that blends history, hidden gems, storytelling, music, and humor.

Discover Avalon through the voices of 3rd-generation islanders who know its stories, secrets, and soul. This self-guided GPS audio walking tour brings Catalina Island to life through engaging storytelling, music, and lighthearted humor you won’t find on typical tours.

As you walk at your own pace, your phone becomes your personal guide—unlocking location-based stories, historical insights, and hidden spots that most visitors walk right past.

Designed for curious travelers who want more than just facts, this immersive experience turns Avalon into a living storybook.

What You’ll Experience
-Stories from longtime Avalon locals
-Hidden gems and lesser-known island history
-Music, humor, and engaging storytelling
-GPS-guided walking route on your phone
-Flexible self-paced experience (~1 hour)

What's included

  • Fantastic Audio tour with music and jokes
  • Unlimited access & Flexible usage - at your own pace on your own time
  • GPS Map with real time directions
  • Smartphone - not provided

What to expect

  1. 1h
    Looking for the best things to do on Catalina Island? Skip the crowded tours and discover Avalon your way.

    Avalon Bay Discovery Walk is an immersive, self-guided audio tour that transforms a simple stroll through Avalon into a rich storytelling experience.

    Using GPS technology, the app automatically plays stories as you reach each stop—no maps, no schedules, no stress. Just press play and explore.

    Created by locals, this Catalina Island walking tour reveals the island beyond the surface. You’ll uncover hidden gems, hear fascinating history, and experience the stories, legends, and moments that most visitors miss.

    Guided by the voice of Captain Dane, each stop is engaging, entertaining, and full of personality—making this one of the most unique and memorable Catalina Island tours available.

    Whether you have an hour or an afternoon, this flexible, self-paced experience fits perfectly into your day.

    This isn’t just a tour—it’s how you truly experience Catalina.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

All our self guided walking tours begin at Old Ben Park, in Avalon. Old Ben Park can be found at the south end of Avalon Bay as you disembark from the main boat terminal. Look for the Catalina Photo booth and the statue of the Sea Lion Old Ben.

End point

The tour ends at the Via Casino Archway as you stroll in from the world famous Casino and arrive back to the town of Avalon.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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