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The Catalina Casino

Quick Details

  • Ages: All ages
  • Duration: Up to 6 hours (10 AM - 4 PM)
  • Location: Casino Building Main Box Office
  • Available: General Admission is available daily, rain or shine (excluding special event closures).
  • Accessibility: The Catalina Casino is wheelchair accessible. Please review restrictions below.
  • Restrictions: This experience is available for most guests. Please see restrictions below.

Adult

Ages 12-54

$ 21.50

Child

Ages 2-11

$ 19.29

Senior/Military

Ages 55+

$ 19.29

Infant

Under 2

Free

Rate includes City of Avalon admissions tax & online processing fee

Private tours available. Contact us for details. Rates may vary on weekends and holidays

Take a Trip Down Memory Lane to the Catalina Island Casino

  • View the magnificent foyer with original ceilings and gorgeous hardwoods.
  • Stand in awe at the massive art murals that adorn the 1,100+ seat movie palace.
  • Walk the ramps that have hosted millions of people for more than 90 years.
  • View the Casino Ballroom floor that has hosted record-breaking crowds.
  • Delight in the view of Avalon Harbor from the Ballroom’s Promenade.

*Refunds & exchanges are subject to availability. Click here to read our cancellation policy.

It's gorgeous November 2025

I've been Lindy Hopping/Swing Dancing since 1996...and finally got a chance to dance at the world famous Catalina Casino Ballroom! I had been to Catalina a few times, but never got a chance to go inside... The historic ballroom is gorgeous, glamourous, ginormous and grand! The symmetry and acoustics carry the music evenly throughout, the lighting scheme with its colors and tones make it magical, even during the day! The first floor theater is a retro art deco dream...incredible!

– Johnny T | TripAdvisor
This is a fun place to explore August 2025

This is a unique place. The word casino here is different from a gambling hall. This word is used to mean “meeting place” which is exactly what it is. The casino has a movie theater in the bottom which was built by the same guy who designed the Grauman's Chinese Theater. It is impressive. Also on the top floor is a converted skating rink which was previously a dance hall - ballroom.

– Sean | TripAdvisor
Catalina Casino - place for gathering June 2025

This Casino is NOT for gambling. Casino is an Italian term for gathering place for family and friends. The lower level is a movie theater. It shows silent films, and new movies and has an organ actually used when they show silent movies. Even the restrooms and cloak rooms are as if it is the 1920s. The top floor was originally a ballroom where famous big bands came to entertain. It is still used sometimes as a ballroom but during the week when we were there you could rent roller skates and skate around on the lovely wooden floor.We had a wonderful time visiting the Casino, learning about its history, watching the short movies in the theater and roller skating.

– Vivian_03 | TripAdvisor
It's worth it June 2025

The Catalina Casino is a truly historical treasure that is worth visiting if you are in Catalina. It is easy to do a self-guided tour of the site. Just buy an admission ticket and they will provide you with plenty to read and listen to. It took us about 45-60 minutes to enjoy Catalina Casino. The part I found fascinating was it was a Chicagoan (Wrigley) bringing this to life and that the Cubs used to spring training on the island. Trust me, if you love architecture or art deco or even just immersing in the past....stop is worth it.

– betsnow | TripAdvisor
You're transported back in time June 2025

If you are not on a tour, you can pay an entry fee to do a self guided tour. Beautiful art deco architecture. Start at the entry and look up to see the detailed painting on the walls and ceiling. Once inside you're transported back in time. Enjoy the hallway before entering the theater. Walk up the ramp to the second level and enter the Marine Bar where there is a short film on the history of the casino. Continue up the ramp to the ballroom. The ballroom is now a roller rink with music from the 20's. Walk out onto the balcony around the entire casino. Enjoy the view of Avalon.... And don't forget to look up at the ceiling.

– Cody A | Yelp

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