Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá

Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá, located in San Diego's Grantville area, is California's first mission founded in 1769. This historic and still active Catholic basilica offers visitors a unique glimpse into 18th-century mission life with beautiful grounds, religious services, and cultural events. Visitors can explore the mission church, gardens, and museum while learning about the Kumeyaay people and early Spanish settlers. Open daily from 9 AM to 4 PM, it is wheelchair accessible and provides a welcoming atmosphere for tourists and locals alike.