catalina island casino ballroom

I'm not much on taking tours, but this place was a treat! Must have been a blast back when Wrigley and company entertained the stars! Well worth the time, as a matter of fact I would take this tour again, just to revisit the things I may have missed. Check out the museum first, then take the tour.

The behind the scenes tour is worth the access you get to the whole place. Being in the theater was amazing. Really good time.

Very impressive. Had no idea the ballroom was so large. Interesting history and worth the tour whether you choose the short or long tour you get an idea of the impressive nature this ballroom must have been in the initial installation. Photos do not do it justice....

This ballroom was huge and awesome. The floors are beautiful the whole thing is beautiful. Rails separate the dining area from the dance floor. And the deco is outstanding! The ceiling lights and artwork in the center is just beautiful! It leads outside where you can view the city and bay of Avalon from 10 stories up.

The Casino ballroom tour with tour guide Rebecca is interesting in this very historic building. Please note the walk up multiple ball park like stairs to the ballroom

Mr. Wrigley did a phenomenal job of building this building. He definitely spared no expense. Gorgeous murals Tiffany lighting,gold leaf, silver leaf decorations and beautiful black walnut paneling, wood inlays. Definitely a must see.

Tour docent Rebecca did a good job of showing us around the casino, this attraction is more suited to people with a high level of interest in architecture and history.

We took a behind the scenes tour of the Casino Ballroom. CBS during 1940s use to broadcast big bands from Catalina. We were taken to the private viewing room; camera projection room; ballroom and behind the stage. Casino Ballroom is a must for travellers who love archietecture.

Step back in time to a by gone era, the authentic "roaring twenties" has been well preserved for you to enjoy. A great activity for all ages, the tours are interesting and informative. The architecture is unique and unmatched. William Wrigley created an entertainment escape for mainlanders decades ago to be enjoyed and savored for future generations. The "Great White Steamship" S.S. Catalina ferried 25 million people for 50 years to this charming romantic town. The Avalon Casino AKA "gathering place" is not and has never been used for "gambling" as one might normally associate with the term "casino". This classy historic building, an architectural masterpiece, has been well preserved and is still stunning for all generations to appreciate and enjoy. The Theater on the main level is unparalleled!

We arrived a little early, there was an organist playing the organ, I think from the 1920's. Glade we were early, just for that and very fun to see a movie in this venue. Worth to go for any movie!

Love the art and history in such a beautiful setting. Even the kids appreciated it. Could be booked for a private party as well.

We booked the behind the scenes tour. It was extremely interesting. Did not know anything about this pace before going and glad that we did. They have plans to enlarge the museum area and the grounds surrounding it, which will make it even better.

You must go see this iconic building with the great ballroom upstairs and the theatre below, all decorated in a wonderful example of period Art Deco style.

When they say Casino, most of us think Vegas...Catalina Island Casino ballroom was built in the mid 1920's by the Wrigley, think gum, family as a gathering place, which is what casino means here. Think all over the top Moorish architecture mixed in with Art Deco, you get the ideal. Views of the bay from the top floor are great and very romantic. We didn't get to see the theater which I understand is just fabulous, but having cocktails in the bar, one level below the ballroom before walking up the ramps to the top allowed you to imagine how the rich and famous of LA might have spent many a weekend. It was great

I loved the design of the ballroom and it's history past and present. Loved our time there, I loved going there for movie night and wish we could spend more time .