Serra Chapel

Mission San Juan Capistrano, a historic landmark and museum, is known as the Birthplace of Orange County and was founded as the 7th of 21 California missions over two centuries ago. The Mission, which includes a chapel where Saint Serra celebrated Mass, serves as a monument to California's multicultural heritage, integrating Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and European influences.

Welcoming over 300,000 visitors annually, Mission San Juan Capistrano features gardens, various tours, and educational programs, making it a premier destination for both tourists and students. It is particularly famous for the Annual Return of the Swallows and is committed to the preservation and celebration of its rich historical significance.

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