This is the one to see (fee) If you go to mass, their is one Saturday evening as well as Sunday. A shop (of course). More

This is one of the most prominent missions in California. They have a beautiful church, containing the body of the 18th century Spanish missionary Junipero Serra, and a nice little museum to go with it. You'll enjoy it if you want to know more about California's history.. If not then skip it and go hiking or to th beach. More

I went to school here. Got married here. Love coming the last Sunday of every September for the Fiesta. So many great memories here, and I always enjoy bringing visitors to see this beautifully restored mission that has so much history. Gardens are beautiful! More

beautifully well kept. went for mass and it was lovely. More

I was very pleasantly surprised at the size and scope of things in this Mission. Built by Father Serra in the 1700's it has a lovely church as well as a chapel but also museum type displays of the mission furniture and clothing, and a wonderful library displaying over 2,000 books. Gives you a feel for how it was in... More

My wife and I did a quick two day tour of several California missions- San Miguel, Carmel, Santa Barbara, San Luis del Rey/Oceanside. Have also seen have seen San Juan Capistrano and San Gabriel. Carmel is touted as the best of the missions. The grounds and bulidings are the best maintained, no question. The admission price was the highest of... More

It is a lovely, old mission. I love the history of the place, the feeling that you are truly walking in the footsteps of the Spanish missionary Fathers. It is well maintained and the flowers and gardens are lovely. More

Came here only planning for a quick look but stayed for hours. The surrounding gardens are beautiful and it felt like we were somewhere in Tuscany! There was also a small food market in the courtyard. We only saw the gardens though but It is definitely worth it just for that. More

One of only two basilicas on the West Coast, Carmel Mission exhudes history and significance. I'm not Catholic but I still find it moving every time I visit. I feel like I've been transported to Europe or Central America when I'm in its old hallways and sanctuary. Be sure and bring your school aged children- it will hellp make history... More