![San Juan Bautista Mission](https://soulofca.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/carmel-mission-700x700.jpg)
A place of natural and spiritual beauty. Meander through lush, exquisite gardens or sit for a moment in the cool, silence of the restored chapel for some thoughtful meditation.
Contact information (831) 624-1271
Located at 3080 Rio Road, Carmel, California 93923
![San Juan Bautista Mission](https://soulofca.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/parks-page-02-2016-03-09.jpg)
Surrounded by flourishing vineyards and abundant fields, this mission captures the essence of its name … solitude. A serene, out-of-the-way setting that lends itself to quiet, peaceful reflection. Spend some time walking in the past.
Contact information (831) 678-2586
Located at 36641 Fort Romie Road, Soledad, CA
![San Juan Bautista Mission at night](https://soulofca.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/san-juan-bautista-700x700.jpg)
Rich in history, these mission grounds are a convergence of present and past, of cultural influences embedded in California’s fiber. Pause for a moment in the Plaza and listen for the voices of the past.
Located at 406 2nd Street, San Juan Bautista
![Santa Cruz Mission](https://soulofca.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/parks-page-03-2016-03-09.jpg)
Perched on a hilltop overlooking the Monterey Bay Sanctuary, here is a place of contemplative tranquility. Santa Cruz is all around, but in this safe haven the noise of the City drifts away on a cool ocean breeze.
Contact information (831) 425-5849
Located at 144 School Street, Santa Cruz, CA