What to do in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

Mission San Juan Capistrano featuring flowers, wild flowers and landscape views
Mission San Juan Capistrano which includes a park, landscape views and flowers
San Juan Capistrano showing building ruins and heritage architecture
Mission San Juan Capistrano featuring religious aspects
Mission San Juan Capistrano featuring building ruins and heritage architecture

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp907.148 per adult
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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp907.148 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Electric Bike Rentals in Dana Point

Electric Bike Rentals in Dana Point

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp984.796 per adult
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History & culture

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Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp410.400 per adult
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What to do in San Juan Capistrano

Popular places to visit

Mission San Juan Capistrano featuring building ruins and heritage architecture

Mission San Juan Capistrano

Once a religious and agricultural community of a thousand, this mission is now an Orange County historic cultural hub.

Mission San Juan Capistrano

The Coach House

Enjoy a show at The Coach House, a theatre with a story to tell in San Juan Capistrano. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

The Coach House

Los Rios Historic District

You can find out about the history of San Juan Capistrano with a stop at Los Rios Historic District. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

Los Rios Historic District

San Juan Hills Golf Club

Play a round of golf in San Juan Capistrano at San Juan Hills Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its cosy cafes.

San Juan Hills Golf Club

The Ecology Center

Explore the campus of The Ecology Center during your visit to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Ecology Center

The Sea Caves

Explore the great outdoors at The Sea Caves and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

The Sea Caves

Historic Town Center Park

Historic Town Center Park is just one of the places to see in San Juan Capistrano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Historic Town Center Park

Rancho Capistrano Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Rancho Capistrano Winery

Blas Aguilar Adobe

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Blas Aguilar Adobe during your travels in San Juan Capistrano. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Blas Aguilar Adobe

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Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

Del Obispo

Day trip destinations from San Juan Capistrano

Dana Point

Dana Point

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Coto de Caza

Photo by Betsy Wood

Ladera Ranch

Frequently asked questions

Is San Juan Capistrano worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to enjoy the cultural highlights and local charm or try unique foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in San Juan Capistrano.
How do I spend a day in San Juan Capistrano?
Mission San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente Pier are two great places to kick-start your getaway adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in San Juan Capistrano while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in San Juan Capistrano?
Mission San Juan Capistrano is one of the top tourist attractions in San Juan Capistrano and should be high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in San Juan Capistrano?
You can easily tick off leading attractions like Mission San Juan Capistrano, Thousand Steps Beach and Victoria Beach with a three-day trip to San Juan Capistrano. On average, most travellers book three days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a little longer and check out Anaheim.
Is San Juan Capistrano a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city centre, San Juan Capistrano is a great destination to explore on foot. Enjoy wandering between Mission San Juan Capistrano and The Coach House. Then take a stroll through Capistrano Beach, located 5 kilometers from downtown, and Del Obispo, which is about 3 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in San Juan Capistrano with kids?
If you're looking for tours and attractions for all of your group, have a look at these awesome ideas for what to do in San Juan Capistrano with kids.

What to do in San Juan Capistrano for adults?
There are lots of things to do in San Juan Capistrano, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to San Clemente Wine Company or Avenida del Mar.
Are there free things to do in San Juan Capistrano?
From checking out parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in San Juan Capistrano. If you're stuck for ideas, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Thousand Steps Beach is a must for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.