Historic buildigns. Beautiful grounds well maintained. Beautiful landscaping. Small gift shop active church

Living history. A working church but also an excellent museum. A beautiful and restful (serene, actually, if you go when there are not a lot of tourists) setting. Knowledgeable and friendly docents, so do look for one. They greatly enhance the visit.

If in Carmel visit this historic property - very well kept and friendly staff. Lovely to walk Around or stay for mass

Lots of history here whether you're just interested in California's past or Catholic missions. The people were very friendly, the museums are well done, and the museum shop is nicely stocked. We're glad we visited.

Beautiful grounds and church. We spent over 2 hours with two small boys, and could have spent more time. Includes first library in CA.

This is a large mission with a museum and gift shop. It was a school and quite active for its time. Also has the cemetery of the indigenous people that lived there. A history of the Spanish and Mexican life. Also lovely small garden and...More

There are a number of buildings that have become museums and some of them retell the story of the renovations, while others refer to families that have through history helped restore it. The furniture and artefacts are plentiful and mark the various centuries of existence...More