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Mission San Luis de Apalachee


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 34 attractions in Tallahassee
Traveller Description:
Mission San Luis was the western capital of Spanish Florida from 1656 to 1704. Today, the Mission brings the 17th century to life through costumed...... more » Mission San Luis was the western capital of Spanish Florida from 1656 to 1704. Today, the Mission brings the 17th century to life through costumed interpreters, reconstructed buildings, exhibits and archaeological demonstrations. The site is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and admission is free. The Mission also offers special events, day camps for children and workshops for adults throughout the year. « less
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Attraction type: Historic site
Address: 2021 West Mission Rd. Tallahassee, FL 32304
Tel: (850) 487-3711
Fax: (850) 488-6186

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4 of 5 stars
Edinburgh
20 Oct 2009

I visited mid week and found all the attractions manned by very infomative and pleasent staff. Well worth a visit. more

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5 of 5 stars
Midwesterner007
14 Sep 2009

I've been to historical recreations before and they were OK so I wasn't thinking that this wasn't going to be anything special but I really liked it. The buildings were very interesting--period thatched roofs on huge wooden buildings comprise the settlement. There is a fort and the grounds are beautiful. The interpreters were friendly and informative. Before we went I... more

13 Aug 2008
1
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My husband and I stopped by because he had never been before. We passed a few other visitors, but it wasn't very crowded (which was nice) . The huge chieftan's house is really a sight to see, and you can't beat the cost of admission, which was free. The day was nice, but hot, and walking shoes are a must.... more

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4 of 5 stars
Sarasota
25 May 2008
2
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At the Saturday Farmer's Market, there was a booth set up by the people from Mission San Luis. We got directions to the location and after a short drive arrived to find a Spanish mission recreated with exhibits and buildings from the 1590's. There are many costumed people recreating the period when the Spanish ruled Florida. A worthwhile stop while... more

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Mission San Luis de Apalachee Address

2021 West Mission Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32304
Tel: (850) 487-3711 Fax: (850) 488-6186