Carmel Mission
The Carmel Mission Basilica has some of the most significant religious artifacts in California. Founded by Father Junipero Serra, the mission was built in 1770 and is still home to a thriving Catholic community. Today, visitors can get a taste of mission life as it was back then. An on-site museum houses California's first library, as well as a collection of tools, equipment and appliances used by the Spaniards and Native Americans in their day-to-day life at the mission. The Spartan cell where Serra lived is also recreated in detail. The $2 adult and $1 child museum entrance donation is to restore the mission. The grounds and mission are free. Open Mon-Sat, 9:30am-4:15pm. Open one hour later on Sundays and remaining open until 7:15pm June through August. Call for a schedule of services.
Rio Rd
831-624-3600
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