Location: San Juan Capistrano
Top Things to do in San Juan Capistrano
What to do and see in San Juan Capistrano, California (CA): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
San Juan Capistrano is an easy day trip from Los Angeles and Orange County, by Amtrak train or freeway. Tours of the Mission buildings and gardens include the ruins of the 1797 Great Stone Church, destination for the legendary swallows of Capistrano. The Los Rios Historic District has buildings open to the public, such as the 1881 Ramos House Café and the1794 Montanez Adobe. Zoomars Petting Zoo is a kid-friendly attraction in the district adjacent to the train depot. The attractive town center has interesting galleries, antique stores, shops and restaurants.
Restaurants in San Juan Capistrano
1. We Olive & Wine Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
We Olive is a culinary and wine destination that features olive oil tasting and education, artisan foods for sampling, gourmet gifts, wine tasting, and a delicious menu designed to pair with our small-production wines and featuring our extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars.
2. O'Neill Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
3. San Juan Capistrano Regional Library
4. Regency Theatres
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 129KimJ - San Juan Capistrano, United States
Fabulous destination. I love the luxury theatre. Well worth the money for the VIP theater. We often pick our movie based on the theater it is being shown in. Menu is expanding, beer choices are good. No mixed drinks. Beer and wine only.
5. Swallows Inn
6. Old Barn Antique Mall, Inc.
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 19 reviews
The largest and most diverse Antique Mall on the planet: 10,000 square feet in a historic, turn-of-century building, with 75 Dealers. Everything from Western to Tiffany to art to sports-related to gold & diamonds to costume jewelry to Asian antiques to...... everything! Vintage to Mid-Century. Authentic antiques. No junque! Prices from $1. to $10,000. In oldest historic district in California!!!
Reviewed By socaltravelers2016 - San Bernardino, United States
Located near the train stop and close to San Juan Capistrano Mission, it's a easy walk to this antique mall. There's probably something here that you will want or need. You could easily spend an hour or two looking around. Treasures abound in room after room in this large barn. You will be tempted to buy something: silverware, coins, sheet music from a bygone era, vintage jewelry, toys, books, photographs, kitchen items, ceramic or glass figurines and vases, etc. Booths are set up by different vendors, and you can ask a salesperson to see something before making a purchase.
7. The Coach House
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By michaelkT1957ZO - Laguna Woods, United States
My wife & I went to The Coach House to see Jonny Lang, which was fantastic. Great show in a great venue. Seats about 400 people in a small space. If you purchase a dinner reservation, you get a better seat. The earlier you make this purchase, the better the location. We purchased the dinner reservation & got a nice location, off to the side. With the dinner purchase, each person must spend at least $15.00 each, excluding drinks. The special was Beef Stroganoff, which was not bad but not worth $18.00. My wife got the swordfish for $30.00, which was terrible. There is a 2 drink minimum, so the bill can get expensive. We decided the next time we'll get salads and an appetizer. Can't screw up a salad too bad is our thinking. The service was fantastic, very friendly & cheerful. With the place full & very crowded, our server did a great job. The show was great & the lineup for future shows is awesome. We'll be back but we won't be ordering a full dinner.
