Things to do in Catalina Island

Planning questions about Catalina Island

What are the best things to do in Catalina Island?

Catalina Food Tour is the highest ranked experience in Catalina Island, scoring 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 494 traveler reviews. Catalina Island Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon, Haunted Catalina Walking Ghost Tour, Catalina Island Private 2-Hour Tour of Avalon, Catalina Island Zip Line Eco Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 61 bookable experiences in Catalina Island, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Catalina Island cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Catalina Island is $61 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on Avalon City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Catalina Island for today?

Yes. 61 of the top 61 experiences we rank in Catalina Island currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Catalina Island good for families?

Yes. 9 of the experiences we rank in Catalina Island are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Catalina Island?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Catalina Island?

May to October, with the calmest crossings in summer. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Catalina Island?

46 of the 61 experiences we rank in Catalina Island offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Catalina Island gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Catalina Island so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.