Mission San Xavier del BacDescriptionMission San Xavier del Bac is the oldest Catholic church in the United States still serving the community for which it was built. The blindingly white adobe building is often called the White Dove of the Desert. The church was constructed out of native materials by Franciscan missionaries between 1783 and 1797. It features the elements of Spanish, baroque, and Moorish architectural styles. Inside of the church there are beautiful carvings, painted statues, and frescoes.
Entrance FeeFree
Operating HoursOpen every day of the year, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Gift shop is open every day except Easter Sunday and Christmas Day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Getting ThereMission San Xavier del Bac is situated in the Santa Cruz Valley nine miles south of Tucson. Take I-19, Exit 92.
1950 W. San Xavier Road
San Xavier District
Phone: (520) 294-2624
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