Catalina Island: Walking & Shopping in Avalon

The colorful streets of Avalon, embellished with vintage Catalina tiles and murals, are a visitor destination in themselves. Catalina Island served as a location for movies, documentaries, television programs, and commercial shoots as early as 1911--and the island's popularity as a film center continues to this day. You'll find yourself wandering through town, delighting in each turn of the corner. Original boutiques, souvenir shops and art galleries line the street, with shopping opportunities to satisfy every taste and budget. Cultural events occur weekly, and you might even find yourself in the middle of a Fiesta on your visit!