Catalina Island Visitor Center: Your Avalon Gateway
Your gateway to Catalina Island adventures: Expert advice, maps, and resources for an unforgettable island experience.
Located on the iconic Green Pleasure Pier, the Catalina Island Visitor Center is your first stop for island information. Friendly staff provide guidance on accommodations, activities, transportation, and events to make the most of your Catalina getaway.
A brief summary to Catalina Island Visitor Center
- 1 Green Pleasure Pier, Avalon, California, 90704, US
- +1310-510-1520
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-5 pm
- Thursday 8 am-5 pm
- Friday 8 am-5 pm
- Saturday 8 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Grab a free visitor's guide and map to get oriented and discover hidden gems.
- Ask the staff about seasonal events and special offers to maximize your visit.
- Check the visitor center's hours, which vary seasonally, to ensure it's open when you plan to visit.
- Explore the Green Pleasure Pier, where the visitor center is located, for dining, activities, and fishing opportunities.
Getting There
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Walking
The Catalina Island Visitor Center is located on the Green Pleasure Pier in the heart of Avalon. From the Catalina Express ferry terminal or other points in Avalon, simply walk along Crescent Avenue towards the pier. The pier extends into Avalon Bay and is easily visible. The visitor center is located near the entrance of the pier.
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Public Transport
If arriving via the Catalina Express ferry, the COAST Avalon public transportation service offers on-demand rides within Avalon city limits. Download the 'Ride Circuit' app to request a ride to the Green Pleasure Pier. Fares start at $2 per rider. Alternatively, the Avalon Trolley operates on a fixed route with stops throughout town; purchase a per-ride or per-day pass from the driver (cash only).
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Taxi
Taxis are available at the Avalon ferry terminal and at the taxi stand on the corner of Crescent and Metropole Avenue. Request a taxi to the Green Pleasure Pier. A taxi ride within Avalon is a short trip with an estimated cost of $10-$15.
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