Mission San Francisco de Asís (Mission Dolores) - oldest surviving structure

Mission San Francisco de Asís, commonly called Mission Dolores, was founded in 1776 and contains the oldest surviving building in San Francisco. The mission complex, including the basilica and cemetery, documents Spanish colonial, Mexican, and early American periods of the city's history. Locals visit the site for religious services, historical interpretation, and community events tied to the Mission District's cultural heritage.