Lodhi Art District is an open-air public-art area in Lodhi Colony, New Delhi, with murals painted on residential-block walls. You can begin at either Khanna Market or Meherchand Market and explore the neighbourhood’s artwork on foot.
- Where: Lodhi Colony, between Khanna Market and Meherchand Market.
- What to see: Murals on residential-block walls, including works in Blocks 5, 7, 12 and 13.
- How to start: Enter the district from either market end.
- From Hotel Park Residency: The district is about 3.8 km away.
Where is Lodhi Art District?
Lodhi Art District sits in Lodhi Colony, between Khanna Market and Meherchand Market. The St+art India Foundation began the project in 2015, turning walls in the residential neighbourhood into an open-air gallery.
Khanna Market and Meherchand Market make useful starting points at opposite ends of the district. Lodhi Market is in the centre, giving you another familiar landmark as you move among the blocks. If you’re planning a visit to Lodhi Gardens and its monuments, you can plan that separately from the mural walk.
How can you find the murals?
You can look for murals by block and wall number, or simply follow the artwork through the lanes. The first lane to the right after entering through India Habitat Centre Gate 3 includes Valley of Elements by Vayeda Brothers, The Delhi by Nespoon, The Tourist by Avinash Kamesh and Wall Saath Saath, a community wall created with Lodhi residents in 2019.
For a few specific stops, look for Dilliwale by Bhajju Shyam at Wall 54 in Block 7, where Gond-style foxes represent Delhi’s people. Impressions of Lodhi by Singapore artist Yip Yew Chong is at Wall 16 in Block 13 and depicts everyday neighbourhood life.
In Block 5, Walls 49 and 50 are Trans-Lives Matter by Aravani Art Project and Shakti by Sajid Wajid; they are opposite an NDMC school.
Murals offer different ways into the area’s stories: some portray daily life, while others use visual metaphors or community collaboration. Allow time to pause and read the works as you walk.
How do you plan a respectful walking visit?
Lodhi Art District is a residential neighbourhood as well as an open-air gallery, so keep your voice at a respectful volume, avoid littering and do not damage the walls. The lanes are part of people’s everyday surroundings, not just an exhibition space.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking between blocks. The area is described as largely wheelchair- and stroller-friendly, though some lanes can be busy on weekends. Plaques beside most murals give the artist, title and context, so you can explore without a guide.
For current access details and any visit requirements, check the official site before you go. If you’re travelling from Green Park, how to get around by metro and local transport is useful context for planning your journey.
What can you pair with the mural walk?
Khanna Market and Meherchand Market flank the district, with Lodhi Market in its centre. The markets give you natural points to begin or finish the walk, and nearby food and drink options include Dawat Restaurant and Devan’s coffee shop in Khanna Market, plus Carnatic Café and Qureshi's Dastarkhwan in Meherchand Market.
If your Delhi plans also include Siri Fort Auditorium, you can check how to get there and what to know about events.
FAQs
Is Lodhi Art District an outdoor gallery?
Yes. It is an open-air public-art area, with murals painted on walls in residential blocks.
Can you explore Lodhi Art District without a guide?
Yes. Plaques beside most murals provide the artist, title and context.
Where can you begin a walk through the district?
You can start at either Khanna Market or Meherchand Market, which sit at opposite ends of the area.