Museum
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Self-guided Tour
Founded in 1798, by Fr. Fermin Lasuen, successor to Fr. Junipero Serra, Mission San Luis Rey became the largest of the 21 Spa...
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Old Mission San Luis Rey’s museum collection includes artifacts from Native American, Spanish, Mission, Mexican Secularizatio...
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Not to be missed are: the Historic Mission Church, standing since 1815, with its unique Spanish and Native decorative de...
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The historic Mission structures and extensive grounds tell of our nation’s frontier past and the proud heritage that helped t...
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Currently and until further notice, Behind-the-Scenes tours will be limited to 15 guests.Please call (760) 757-3651 x170 or e...
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At the Mission Gift Shop, operated by the Franciscan Friars, our friendly staff is available to assist you in making just the...
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