About Us
Founded in 1798, Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, known as the “King of the Missions,” is a National Historic Landmark.
The largest of all the 21 California missions, Mission San Luis Rey is home to a community of Franciscan Friars and is open daily to the public in the Franciscan tradition of heritage and hospitality. Facilities include a Retreat Center with day and overnight programs for spiritual renewal and multi-function meeting spaces; a Cemetery open to all people; Mission Gift Shop; Historic Church; and interpretive Museum.
Mission San Luis Rey
4050 Mission Avenue
Oceanside, CA 92057-6402
P: (760) 757-3651
Museum/Gift Shop Hours
| Day | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
| Monday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
| Thursday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
| Friday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
| Saturday | 10:00 am | 5:00 pm (last self-guided tour at 4:30 pm) |
Closed New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Coffee Shop Hours
daily, 9 am - 3 pm
Historic Church Hours
daily, 8 am - 4 pm
Retreat Center Office Hours
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Cemetery Office Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Cemetery Visiting Hours
Daily 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Call for information
- Cemetery (760) 231-8445 x133 or x139
- Museum/Tours (760) 757-3651 x170
- Retreat Center (760) 757-3659
If you are interested in Mission San Luis Rey Parish mass times, weddings and baptisms please visit links below: