Catalina Island: Avalon City & Scenic Mt. Ada Tour
Explore Catalina Island on a guided scenic tour combining coastal views, island history, and natural insight. Travel comfortably aboard an open-air tram while a local guide explains Catalina’s development, ecology, and cultural significance. The route is designed to provide elevated viewpoints and varied scenery, offering a broad understanding of the island in a single experience. Note that transportation to Catalina Island by ferry is not included.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Catalina Island beyond the waterfront
- ✓Elevated viewpoints provide sweeping perspectives and photo opportunities
- ✓Comfortable transport seamlessly handles steep and narrow roads–avoiding fatigue
- ✓Guided narration adds context beyond standard sightseeing
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Catalina Casino is actually not a gambling facility but venue hosting dozens of big bands during the 1930s and 1940s. At 20,000 square feet, the Catalina Casino Ballroom is the largest circular room in the world without pillars for support. The outdoor promenade encircles the ballroom and overlooks the protected cove of Avalon Bay and Descanso Beach. Our tour passes by giving great views of this breathtaking landmark.
What's included
- ✓Amazing scenic views from high above Avalon.
- ✓Tours onboard custom-built open air covered safari vehicle for most unique experience touring Avalon.
- ✓Experienced driver sharing the best of Avalon with our guests.
- ✓Onboard narration by our naturalist.
What's not included
- ✓Travel To Catalina Island is not included. Transportation needed by Ferry to Island
- ✓Transportation needed by Ferry to Island -Catalina Express or Newport Flyer to get to Island.
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children Under 5 will need to be in a car seat and purchase a seat for the tour.
We cannot store or hold wheelchairs, strollers or luggage.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Catalina Island: Avalon City & Scenic Mt. Ada Tour
Explore Catalina Island on a guided scenic tour combining coastal views, island history, and natural insight. Travel comfortably aboard an open-air tram while a local guide explains Catalina’s development, ecology, and cultural significance. The route is designed to provide elevated viewpoints and varied scenery, offering a broad understanding of the island in a single experience. Note that transportation to Catalina Island by ferry is not included.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Catalina Island beyond the waterfront
- ✓Elevated viewpoints provide sweeping perspectives and photo opportunities
- ✓Comfortable transport seamlessly handles steep and narrow roads–avoiding fatigue
- ✓Guided narration adds context beyond standard sightseeing
What you'll see & do
- ✓The Catalina Casino is actually not a gambling facility but venue hosting dozens of big bands during the 1930s and 1940s. At 20,000 square feet, the Catalina Casino Ballroom is the largest circular room in the world without pillars for support. The outdoor promenade encircles the ballroom and overlooks the protected cove of Avalon Bay and Descanso Beach. Our tour passes by giving great views of this breathtaking landmark.
What's included
- ✓Amazing scenic views from high above Avalon.
- ✓Tours onboard custom-built open air covered safari vehicle for most unique experience touring Avalon.
- ✓Experienced driver sharing the best of Avalon with our guests.
- ✓Onboard narration by our naturalist.
What's not included
- ✓Travel To Catalina Island is not included. Transportation needed by Ferry to Island
- ✓Transportation needed by Ferry to Island -Catalina Express or Newport Flyer to get to Island.
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children Under 5 will need to be in a car seat and purchase a seat for the tour.
We cannot store or hold wheelchairs, strollers or luggage.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.