Things to do in Catalina Island

Discover Catalina's evolution from indigenous settlement to resort destination through 100,000+ artifacts. The modern museum offers harbor views while showcasing historical collections and rotating art exhibitions.

The oldest golf course west of the Mississippi winds through Avalon Canyon with views of the bay and Catalina Casino. Rent a cart to navigate the challenging narrow fairways while spotting local wildlife.

This iconic Art Deco landmark has never been a gambling venue despite its name, but serves as Avalon's cultural hub. Tour the grand ballroom and historic theater to admire stunning murals and panoramic bay views.

Hamilton Beach offers a tranquil coastal escape on Catalina Island with clear waters perfect for snorkeling. Bring water shoes to comfortably navigate the unique pebble shoreline while enjoying panoramic ocean views.

This exclusive cove on Catalina Island is only accessible to Newport Harbor Yacht Club members and their guests. Arrive by boat to enjoy the pristine waters and secluded rocky shoreline of this private paradise.

Starlight Beach marks the Trans-Catalina Trail's western endpoint, rewarding hikers with rugged coastal beauty and dramatic cliffs. Bring water and savor the serene isolation after your challenging island journey.

This Art Deco masterpiece inside Catalina Casino was among the first theaters designed for "talkies" in 1929. Experience a film beneath its 50-foot domed ceiling adorned with Beckman murals and perfect acoustics.

This 130-foot memorial honors William Wrigley Jr. with local Catalina stone and colorful island tiles. Explore the surrounding 38-acre garden featuring rare endemic plant species found nowhere else on Earth.