Audio Tours (Complimentary with paid admission)

History Audio Tour
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Mandarin.
Experience history first hand, learn new things about Mission San Juan Capistrano never before heard and see the Jewel up close and personal.

Finding Inspiration Garden Audio Tour
Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Mandarin.
Learn about the Mission’s landscape beginnings and how the grounds have evolved through the decades. Explore the citrus trees, the cactus garden, hollyhocks and more.

Student Audio Tour: “If These Walls Could Talk”
Available in English and Spanish
Designed for California students working on their mission studies, the tour takes learners to 23 stops to learn about the early history of the Mission. Listen to the grandmotherly, “Mission Wall” who introduces them to indigenous builders, soldiers, padres, and more. (The tour aligns with CA HSS 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.2.4, 3.3.1, 3.3.2; 4.2.1, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6).

Duration: Check out for 2 hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

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VIP Guided Tour

Book a VIP guided tour and explore the Mission grounds. Explore the wine vat, visit the private Sacristy of the Ruins, and touch the historic Mission bells! This is the up close experience our visitors truly appreciate.

On this tour, participants are led by a guide who will provide audio transmitters to each guest. This exclusive tour includes gifts for each guest in the group (adults receive a pin and children receive a bracelet). Our hands-on brick making program, Mission Matters, is also available as an add-on (as available). Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen for your tour.

Offered: Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Size: Maximum group size 25 *Not private
Cost: $35 (per adult); $30 per child

These tours are available in advance by reservation or onsite at the Gate House.

*All tour and education program availability is subject to change

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Adult Guided Tour

Led by our trained Mission guides and volunteer docents, take a step back in time and learn about the Mission history while visiting the Ruins of the Great Stone Church, historic Serra Chapel, original buildings and gardens.

On this tour, participants are led by a guide who will provide audio transmitters to each guest. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen for your tour.

Offered: Monday through Friday (times may vary)
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Size: 15 person minimum
Cost: $22 (Adults only)

These tours are available in advance by reservation or onsite at the Gate House.

*All tour and education program availability is subject to change