Mission San Antonio de Pala

The mission is a historic site with beautiful old buildings, graves, and a chapel, offering a calm and serene atmosphere.

It's a functioning mission with a courtyard and unique Native American artwork, serving the indigenous community.

Visitors can attend Catholic Mass, with services on Sunday at 8:00 a.m. (English) and 11:00 a.m. (Spanish) in the San Juan Diego hall.

Many find it a touching place for prayer, with opportunities to light prayer candles or pray the rosary in the church.

The mission is a great stop if you're staying nearby, especially across from Pechanga Resort, and there is no admission fee.