Starting at St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, the route takes you through the lively streets of Bangalore. You’ll wander along Brigade Road, where the hum of conversations mixes with the aroma of street food wafting from nearby stalls. As you stroll, the uneven pavement shifts beneath your feet, reminding you of the city’s rich history. Continuing onto KR Market, the sounds of vendors and honking rickshaws fill the air, leading you finally to the serene Dharmaraya Swamy Temple, where the atmosphere shifts to tranquility.
Walking from St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Bengaluru to Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
in Bangalore, India
5.00 km
67 minutes walking
Turn-by-turn directions
30 steps · pace ~4.5 km/h
- ▶Set off88 m1 min
- ↱Hang a right117 m2 min0.20 / 5.00 km · 4%
- ↰Hang a left onto Seppings Road395 m5 min0.60 / 5.00 km · 12%
- ↱Hang a right107 m1 min0.71 / 5.00 km · 14%
- ↰Take a left108 m1 min0.81 / 5.00 km · 16%
- ↱Turn right onto AM Road7 m6 s0.82 / 5.00 km · 16%
- ↰Take a left138 m2 min0.96 / 5.00 km · 19%
- ↱Turn right onto Mir Obaidulla Road at the end of the road29 m23 s0.99 / 5.00 km · 20%
- ↰Turn left onto Jumma Masjid Road11 m9 s1.00 / 5.00 km · 20%
- ↱Hang a right111 m1 min1.11 / 5.00 km · 22%
- 💧First quarter done. If it's hot, a sip of water now beats a gulp later.
- ↰Take a left onto Charminar Masjid Road159 m2 min1.27 / 5.00 km · 25%
- ↱Hang a right onto Chandni Chowk Road186 m2 min1.46 / 5.00 km · 29%
- ↰Take a left126 m2 min1.58 / 5.00 km · 32%
- ↱Turn right onto Central Street at the end of the road23 m19 s1.60 / 5.00 km · 32%
- ↖Carry on along Central Street223 m3 min1.83 / 5.00 km · 37%
- ↱Hang a right onto Bowring Hospital Road4 m3 s1.83 / 5.00 km · 37%
- ↰Take a left330 m4 min2.16 / 5.00 km · 43%
- ↰Take a left301 m4 min2.46 / 5.00 km · 49%
- 🏁Halfway. Good moment to refill water or grab a quick coffee if you see one.
- ↱Hang a right233 m3 min2.70 / 5.00 km · 54%
- ↖Hang a slight leftLong stretch ahead - photo break, phone check, or just look around.832 m11 min3.53 / 5.00 km · 71%
- 🪜Three quarters. Legs may start protesting - the next bench is fair game.
- ↖Hang a slight leftLong stretch ahead - photo break, phone check, or just look around.749 m10 min4.28 / 5.00 km · 86%
- ↗Keep slight right at the fork28 m23 s4.30 / 5.00 km · 86%
- ↱Hang a right58 m47 s4.36 / 5.00 km · 87%
- ↰Turn left at the end of the road102 m1 min4.46 / 5.00 km · 89%
- 📍Almost there. Look up - you should be able to spot the destination soon.
- ↰Take a left48 m41 s4.51 / 5.00 km · 90%
- ↰Turn left at the end of the road127 m2 min4.64 / 5.00 km · 93%
- ↖Keep slight left at the forkUse this stretch to catch your breath if the next turn looks busy.259 m3 min4.90 / 5.00 km · 98%
- ↰Hang a left onto Sunklapet Main Road6 m5 s4.91 / 5.00 km · 98%
- ↱Hang a rightFinal stretch. Slow down so you don't walk past the entrance.93 m1 min5.00 / 5.00 km · 100%
- 🏁Arrive at destination
Local-script names show how they're signposted. The ≈ line shows a rough Latin transliteration to help with pronunciation. Times assume a steady ~5 km/h walk; add 15-20% in summer heat, on hills, or in crowds.
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Frequently asked questions
›How long does it take to walk from St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Bengaluru to Dharmaraya Swamy Temple?
About 67 minutes at a steady 4.5 km/h walking pace. Add 15-20% in summer heat, on hills, or if you stop for photos.
›How far is St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Bengaluru from Dharmaraya Swamy Temple on foot?
The walking route is 5.00 km following pedestrian paths. The straight-line distance is shorter but ignores buildings and one-way streets.
›Is this walk suitable for casual walkers?
This 5.00 km route is an longer walk - bring water and pace yourself. The pedestrian path uses footpaths and side streets where possible, so it's safer than walking along main roads.
›What streets does the route pass through?
The route in Bangalore passes through Seppings Road, AM Road, Mir Obaidulla Road, Jumma Masjid Road and others. Street names are signposted in the local language.
›What's the best time of day to walk this route?
For the best atmosphere on this stretch of Bangalore, the day walking video gives the most accurate preview of light and crowds. In general, early morning or sunset minimises midday heat and gives softer light for photos.
›Is the walking route free?
Yes - planning, viewing the route, and using our directions are all free. Watch out for paid entry to any specific landmark on the route (museums, archaeological sites) - those are separate from the walk itself.
›Can I reverse the route and walk from Dharmaraya Swamy Temple back to St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Bengaluru?
Yes - the same path works in reverse with the same distance and walking time. Some one-way streets only affect drivers, not pedestrians.
Walking pace assumed at about 5 km/h on level ground - hills, crowds, and stops will slow you down.
Walking-route geometry from OpenStreetMap contributors via FOSSGIS OSRM (data licensed under ODbL). Landmark data from Wikidata (CC0).