Group Tours
Experience the beauty, history and faith of America’s oldest Marian shrine together.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios welcomes parish groups, schools, pilgrim organizations and tour groups seeking a meaningful spiritual and historical experience.
Explore the 27-acre grounds that mark the birthplace of the Catholic faith in what is now the United States. Visit the Historic Chapel that houses the canonically crowned image of Our Lady of La Leche, the Great Cross that stands as a beacon of faith and the Mission Museum that tells the story of early evangelization in La Florida.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios is located at 101 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084, and is easily accessible from Interstate 95 and U.S. 1. The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk. The Pilgrim Center, Historic Chapel, Shrine Church, Museum and Gift Shop are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tour Options
- Self-guided tours: Explore the shrine and mission at your own pace with maps and devotional materials available at the Museum and Church.
- Docent-led tours: Led by knowledgeable guides who share the history, archaeology and spiritual significance of this sacred place. Tours can include customized itineraries, facility rentals, catering coordination and group prayer experiences.
- Special interest tours: Designed for mothers, students, history enthusiasts and faith communities seeking a deeper connection with Our Lady and the story of early Catholic missions.
Enhance your visit with custom gift bags, devotional items, professional photography or lunch accommodations arranged in advance.
Suggested donation: $10 per person ($100 per 20 pilgrims).
For details or to schedule your group tour, contact the pilgrimage coordinator at 904-439-7270 or email us.
We invite you to discover this sacred place together—where history and faith come alive.