Tour Overview
Your Audio Walking Tour begins at Old Ben Park, 105 Pebbly Beach Rd. Make sure the tour is fully downloaded and your phone is charged. Earphones are recommended.
Explore the heart of Avalon on our most in-depth experience — a 17-stop walking tour filled with rich history, hidden details, and unforgettable local stories with Captain Dane and Local Storytellers as your guides. You will learn about -
- Ancient Islanders & Island Ownership – Discover the Pimungans and follow the fascinating timeline from Spanish explorers to modern-day stewardship.
- Catalina Tile & Hidden Treasures – Learn the colorful history of Catalina Tile, discover original pieces around town and the stories behind these works of art.
- Wrigley’s Playground for All – Learn how William Wrigley Jr. transformed Avalon with vision and charm, from Mt. Ada to the iconic Catalina Casino and beyond.
- Avalon Then & Now – Get an inside look at island life, population, infrastructure, and the unique rhythm of this one-square-mile seaside town.
- Local Voices & Personal Stories – Hear firsthand stories from guest local storytellers who bring Avalon’s past and present vividly to life.
Ready to Explore? Let’s begin!
Stops
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Stop 1: 1- Warm Welcome
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Stop 2: 2- Tile Trivia
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Stop 3: 3- Serpent Secret
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Stop 4: 4- Historic Homes
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Stop 5: 5- Bells & Books
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Stop 6: 6- Front Street Facts
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Stop 7: 7- Fountain Fun
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Stop 8: 8- Time Travels
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Stop 9: 9- Amazing Arches
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Stop 10: 10- Fish Fanatics
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Stop 11: 11- Catalina Casino
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Stop 12: 12- Art & Architecture
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Stop 13: 13- Diving & Deeds
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Stop 14: 14- Ancient Artifacts
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Stop 15: 15- Artistic Adventure
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Stop 16: 16- Anchors Away
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Stop 17: 17- Fond Farewell
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QUIZ
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