
A seaside cafe in Murudeshwar offering multi-cuisine food with a spectacular, direct view of the giant Shiva statue and the Arabian Sea.
RNS Cafe is a popular eatery in Murudeshwar known more for its location than its food. Situated right by the sea, it provides a direct and impressive view of the towering 123-foot Shiva statue and the main temple gopuram. The cafe is part of the RNS Residency complex and features large glass windows and an outdoor seating area designed to maximize the scenic backdrop. Visitors come here to relax after exploring the temple, enjoy a meal, and take memorable photographs, especially during sunset.
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RNS Residency, Temple Main Road, Murudeshwar, Murudeshwar Temple Complex, Murudeshwar, Karnataka, India
Air
The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport (IXE), located about 155 km away. It takes around 3-4 hours to reach Murudeshwar by taxi from the airport.
Train
Murudeshwar (MRDW) has its own railway station on the Konkan Railway route, which is well-connected to major cities like Mumbai, Mangalore, and Goa. The station is about 3 km from the temple complex.
Road
Murudeshwar is situated on National Highway 66 (NH-66), making it easily accessible by road. Regular government and private buses run from Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar, and Bengaluru.
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws are the main form of local transport to get around the town and from the railway station or bus stand to the temple complex where the cafe is located.
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