Catalina Express

The Catalina Express provides a scenic hour-long ferry service from the Long Beach terminal to Avalon on Catalina Island. Travelers depart from a terminal featuring a signature bison statue, marking the start of a convenient and direct journey across the water.

Visitors consider Catalina Island a beautiful and underrated destination, though many find the main town increasingly overpriced. To enhance the experience, travelers recommend visiting the museum for historical context and trying local buffalo burgers, or opting for Two Harbors as a more budget-friendly alternative.