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Famous for the Annual Return of the Swallows, Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic landmark, museum and gardens, welcomes over 300,000 visitors each year. Enjoy exhibits featuring historic and religious artifacts, rare paintings, and more. Experience the tradition of bell ringing daily honoring the legacy of Saint Junipero Serra, who founded the Mission in 1776. Visit the Serra Chapel, California’s only chapel still standing where Saint Serra celebrated Mass and the Eucharist has been celebrated daily. Today, it is a monument to California’s multi-cultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage. Enhance your visit with our multi-language Audio Tour available in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian. SEASONAL INFORMATION: Celebrate the holidays at Capistrano Lights on select days from December 4 through December 30 for daytime admission to the Mission and an evening of holiday programming and fun. Purchase tickets at CapistranoLights.comFamous for the Annual Return of the Swallows, Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic landmark, museum and gardens, welcomes over 300,000 visitors each year. Enjoy exhibits featuring historic and religious artifacts, rare paintings, and more. Experience the tradition of bell ringing daily honoring the legacy of Saint Junipero Serra, who founded the Mission in 1776. Visit the Serra Chapel, California’s only chapel still standing where Saint Serra celebrated Mass and the Eucharist has been celebrated daily. Today, it is a monument to California’s multi-cultural history, embracing its Native American, Spanish, Mexican and European heritage. Enhance your visit with our multi-language Audio Tour available in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian. SEASONAL INFORMATION: Celebrate the holidays at Capistrano Lights on select days from December 4 through December 30 for daytime admission to the Mission and an evening of holiday programming and fun. Purchase tickets at CapistranoLights.com