San Juan Capistrano, CA Reviews


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San Juan Capistrano is a city located in Orange County, California. It is known for its rich history, including the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano and the annual migration of the famous cliff swallows. The city has a population of approximately 36,000 and boasts a Mediterranean climate, with warm summers and mild winters. In this particular place, many people have shared their experiences and opinions through user reviews on the website BestPlaces.net.

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1. "I've lived in San Juan Capistrano for over 20 years and I can't imagine calling anywhere else home. The historic downtown area is charming and the community has a small-town feel. The weather is perfect year-round and there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy. It's a great place for families and has top-rated schools." - MaryC

2. "I moved to San Juan Capistrano two years ago and I couldn't be happier. The city is clean, safe, and has a great sense of community. There's always something fun going on, whether it's the annual Swallows Day Parade or the weekly farmers market. Plus, the beaches are just a short drive away!" - JohnDoe

3. "I've lived in San Juan Capistrano my whole life and I love it. The small-town atmosphere is unbeatable and there's a strong sense of pride in the community. The only downside is that it can be a bit expensive to live here, but the quality of life makes it worth it." - JessicaM

4. "I moved to San Juan Capistrano for work and have been pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoy living here. The city has a great mix of urban and suburban elements, with plenty of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options. The people are friendly and the location is perfect for easy access to both Los Angeles and San Diego. Highly recommend!" - BrianS

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Lovely place to love - 8/4/2018
Lovely place to live nice people lovely and quite neighborhood Read More

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climate - 3/8/2016
wonderful small town with history. super climate, close to LA and Read More

New User - 7/16/2011
Excellent source and very simple to use. The data, information gathered was valuable for decision Read More

Great family living near Pacific Ocean - 9/26/2010
San Juan Capistrano has managed to retain it's small town charm, it's history & it's equestrian heritage - no small feat for a town in California with nearby Pacific Ocean access. A great & safe place to live; many wonderful schools both public & private are here. The city maintains miles of scenic biking & hiking paths. The downtown which centers around the mission is charming, has some wonderful shops & restaurants. Besides the mission, the centerpiece of the town is the train station which brings hundreds of visitors daily to explore the area centering around the quaint Los Rios historic district.
San Juan Capistrano is surrounded by lovely hills which are for the most part undeveloped (per city master plan) so that there is an undisturbed quality to the ridgeline.
San Juan Capistrano has a rich & full cultural offering ranging from theater to concert, to 4th of July fireworks.
It is easy to get almost anywhere you want to go from SJC without getting on the Read More

great community - 11/9/2009
i moved from france 1 year ago , and i can tell you than san juan capistrani is a great community to live in - very nice city and nice people
thank Read More

Lovely town blends old & new - 5/20/2007
We moved here from Florida four years ago and love it. We are two miles from the beach and marina and the weather almost never gets over 85 or below 50. Nearby Laguna Beach, Dana Point and San Clemente have great restaurants. The city feels like going back to California 100 years ago. Almost Read More

A Wonderful Temperate Climate.... - 2/26/2007
Here in Capistrano, the weather is very comfortable. Year round the temperature is very "livable"--seldom tooooo hot or few frost nites.
Being on the coast, we get the wonderful sea breezes. It has long been
a good area for agriculture--tho ther isn't much left in the area. We
do still have an occasional farmers market and the locally grown produce
is Read More

Crime, Grafitti, Gangs - 5/7/2006
It's getting worse. Moving south from L.A. and north OC. How much longer can we stay in the Read More

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