Avalon, California: 3-Day Foodie Itinerary

• Day 1: Breakfast at Maggie's Blue Rose and explore Avalon's Downtown. Lunch at Steve's Steakhouse and visit the Catalina Island Museum. Dinner at Bluewater Avalon.
• Day 2: Breakfast at Original Jack's Country Kitchen and hike to the Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Gardens. Lunch at Scoops and visit the Catalina Island Pottery and Tile. Dinner at Avalon Grille.
• Day 3: Brunch at The Lobster Trap and take a glass bottom boat tour. Stop by Lloyd's of Avalon Confectionery and grab an ice cream cone before leaving.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Maggie's Blue Rose (1hr, $15)
• Steve's Steakhouse (1.5hrs, $30-50)
• Catalina Island Museum (2hrs, $17)
• Bluewater Avalon (2hrs, $40-50)
• Original Jack's Country Kitchen (1.5hrs, $15-20)
• Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Gardens (2-3hrs, $14)
• Scoops (30mins-1hr, $5-10)
• Catalina Island Pottery and Tile (1hr, free)
• Avalon Grille (2-3hrs, $50-80)
• The Lobster Trap (1.5-2hrs, $20-30)
• Glass Bottom Boat Tour (1.5hrs, $40)
• Lloyd's of Avalon Confectionery (30mins, $5-10)
Total Estimated Costs: $267-374

Transportation

While Avalon is a compact town, the best way to get around is to either walk or rent a golf cart. A daily golf cart rental is around $50-70, and a bike rental is around $15-20 per day. For travelers who do not want to walk or rent a vehicle, there are also taxi services available. The Travel Time on boat to Avalon is around 1 hour and 30 minute with prices starting from $75.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a hiking tour to see the island's wildlife or rent a kayak to explore Catalina's coves. For those with less time, prioritize the must-visit spots such as the Catalina Island Museum and Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Gardens. Don't forget to bring sunscreen and comfortable shoes for your trip.

Airports

The main airport servicing Avalon is Catalina Airport (AVX), which is located 10 miles outside of town on the west end of the island. The airport code is AVX. The airport is only open during the daytime and there are no scheduled flights, travelers must book private charters or helicopter services from Los Angeles or Long Beach airports.