Visit Mission San Juan Capistrano
Published On
July 15, 2018
San Clemente is a gorgeous coastal city that is known for the captivating beaches, surf, and the Spanish-style culture of the historical architecture and buildings. The city is best known for being home to some of the most amazing trails along the coastline, offering an exceptional view of the ocean. However, for those who wish to learn more about the beautiful landscape of San Clemente, and of Orange County, the Mission San Juan Capistrano is a fantastic historic landmark and museum that is bound to make your visit to the area worthwhile.
About the Mission San Juan Capistrano
Founded nearly 200-years ago, the Mission San Juan Capistrano was the seventh of the twenty-one missions constructed in California, and later lead to the creation of Orange County. This museum and landmark began as a self-sufficient community of Native American tribe members and Spanish Padres. With a focus on agriculture, education, and industry, the Mission San Juan Capistrano was an incredibly successful mission. To this day, the mission is very popular and welcomes over 300,000 guests annually.
The Mission San Juan Capistrano is home to many unique relics and artifacts which reflect the history of the area. This mission is proud for reflecting its heritage through the museum. With Spanish, European, Mexican, and Native American roots, the range of artifacts and historical information present within this museum is expansive. Many paintings are placed on display within the museum which represent 18th through 20th-century pieces. There are a variety of exhibits within the Mission San Juan Capistrano are the Legacy of Saint Serra, the Nest Reenactment Exhibit, the Spanish Colonial Room, and many more.
This establishment is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. General mission admission for adults is $10 per person, $9 for senior citizens, and $7 per child. Located within the vicinity of the Mission San Juan Capistrano is the Comfort Suites San Clemente. While offering impressive guest amenities and friendly staffing, the Comfort Suites San Clemente is certain to make your stay there as comfortable as possible, making it the ideal hotel to reside in while in the area.
Stay at Comfort Suites San Clemente
While exploring the Mission San Juan Capistrano, enjoy your stay at the Comfort Suites San Clemente. Located conveniently within 10.4-miles of the hotel, Comfort Suites San Clemente offers the best rates when you book directly at: www.sanclementecomfortsuites.com.