St. Philomena's Cathedral
Neo-Gothic Catholic cathedral with twin spires, officially the Cathedral of St Joseph and St Philomena.
Overview
St. Philomena's Cathedral is a Neo-Gothic Catholic church in Mysuru and one of the city's best-known landmarks. This guide covers the architecture, visiting etiquette and what is nearby.
St. Philomena's Cathedral, officially the Cathedral of St Joseph and St Philomena, is the Catholic cathedral of the Diocese of Mysore. The church was built in the 1930s in the Neo-Gothic style and is recognisable by its two tall spires, which rise above the surrounding streets of Mysuru. A statue of St Philomena stands in front of the building.
Inside, the nave has tall arches and stained-glass windows, and a crypt lies beneath the main altar. The cathedral is an active place of worship, so services take place through the week and on Sundays; visitors are expected to stay quiet and respect prayer times. Photography is usually fine outside, but check the rules inside and avoid flash.
The cathedral sits a few kilometres north of Mysore Palace, so it fits easily into a half-day loop with the palace, Devaraja Market and Jaganmohan Palace. Late afternoon light is good for photographing the spires. Dress modestly and avoid visiting during services unless you are attending.
Entry fees
Entry
All visitors
Entry commonly described as free; not confirmed from an official page.
Free
Needs verification
No ticket is known; donations at the church are voluntary.
We only show an amount when a source backs it. Prices change, so confirm locally before you go.
Opening hours
Opening hours have not been confirmed by a reliable source yet.
Visiting hours not confirmed from a loaded page; services follow the diocese's schedule.
Visitor information
- Best time to visit
- October to March
- Best time of day
- Late afternoon for the light on the spires, outside service times
- How long to spend
- 30–60 minutes
- Families
- Suitable for families
Good to know
- Dress modestly
- Keep quiet and avoid flash
- Respect services in progress
Location
Photos
Facade and spires of the cathedral. Photo: Basavaraj M / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 The cathedral from the front lawn. Photo: Anneswarivignesh / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 Rear view of the cathedral. Photo: Basavaraj M / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 Inside the cathedral. Photo: Harvinder Chandigarh / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0 Side view of the spires. Photo: Mamichaelraj / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
Frequently asked questions
Is there an entry fee for St. Philomena's Cathedral?
Entry is generally described as free, but this was not confirmed from an official page.
When was St. Philomena's Cathedral built?
It was built in the 1930s in Neo-Gothic style, based on descriptions on Wikimedia Commons.
Information sources
Where the facts on this page come from, and what still needs confirming.
Information last checked 7 October 2026
Not yet confirmed
- free entry (not confirmed)
- construction date (decade only)
Not available yet
- visiting hours
- address
- diocese website
- Wikipedia – St. Philomena's Cathedral, Mysore · Encyclopedia
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