What to do and see in Catalina Island, California (CA): The Best Free Things to do

Owned by Local Catalina Island artist, Porschia Denning. RainDance Art offers an Art Gallery and hosts Art & Wine Tours in Avalon. The gallery features art by Porschia, with a 1 hour walking Art & Wine Tour daily. The tour takes guests on a stroll to see the history of Catalina Art, as well as getting to know Catalina history, with the conclusion of the tour at the gallery for a wine tasting.

Afishinados Gallery, fine fish art, jewelry and gifts that are made by local and regional artist friends. Everything in the store is hand made, nothing is imported. If you need to buy a gift for a fishy friend are looking to add a beachy piece to your boat or home or just enjoy marine-inspired art you will love a walk through this unique gallery.

The Trans-Catalina Trail stretches 37.2 miles from the Renton Mine Trailhead on the East End to Starlight Beach on the West End. It winds up hills and down valleys offering spectacular views across the 43,000-acre Nature Preserve of the Catalina Island Conservancy known as Catalina's wildlands. The picture is of Parsons Landing.

Exhibits and films about Catalina Island’s wildlife, visit with a Naturalist, and get a hiking permit.

Lover’s Cove is located just a few minutes walk from the center of Avalon, just off the coast of Southern California on the beautiful island of Catalina. Lover’s Cove is an eco-rich marine sanctuary, protected by the State of California and free of mainland pollution and surf. In the clean, clear waters of Lover’s Cove, an undersea garden of giant kelp harbors dozens of species of fish and invertebrates, including sea stars, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, lobsters and octopus. Bright orange Garibaldi, plentiful and tame, are as bold as their coloring and are known to eat right out of your hand! Deep in the heart of Lover's Cove, Catalina Snorkel and Scuba – the only shop of its kind on the island - is located directly across the street from the Cove’s waterfront. While its accessibility and exclusivity make it a convenient choice, it is Catalina Snorkel and Scuba’s expertise and experiential approach to snorkeling that makes it such a popular stop for Catalina visitors. With all its treasures, Lover’s Cove is truly a snorkeler’s paradise – and a perfect destination for individuals and families alike. Lover’s Cove… …Is the place to go!

Formerly the Catalina Island Chamber & Visitors Bureau, Love Catalina Island is the the Catalina Island Tourism Authority. Offering information on Catalina Island, Southern California's only island destination. Open 364 days a year and ready to assist with accommodations, events and things to do on Catalina Island.