Old Mission San Luis Rey - Oceanside

The beautiful Old Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside, a beach community about 40 miles north of San Diego sits inland. There are beautiful gardens, quiet spaces, bunnies and sleeping quarters for retreats. Lovely.

Founded in 1798 by Padre Fermín Francisco de Lasuén, successor to Padre Junipero Serra, Mission San Luis Rey was named after St. Louis IX, King of France, who lived during the 13th century. The history of the San Luis Rey area reflects five periods of occupation: Luiseño Indian, Spanish Mission, Mexican Secularization, American Military, and Twentieth Century Restoration.

Mission San Luis Rey history