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- Museum
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Family friendly
- Step-free
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Religious & historic
Uhud
Mount Uhud
North of the city, Mount Uhud holds an important place in Islamic history. Walk its marked trails at sunset, or start from the visitor area.
- Museum
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
Dar Al Qalam — Arabic Calligraphy Museum
Follow Arabic script from early Qur’anic manuscripts to contemporary calligraphy at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, with galleries and workshops.
Free entry · book a visit online
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
7 min drive18 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Heritage place
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Qasr Urwa ibn Al-Zubair
Stone ruins of an early Islamic estate on a rise above Wadi Al-Aqiq, named after the scholar Urwa ibn Al-Zubair.
Heritage site — check visiting access with the Heritage Commission
- Free
13 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Museum
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Family friendly
- Step-free
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Religious & historic
Uhud
Mount Uhud
North of the city, Mount Uhud holds an important place in Islamic history. Walk its marked trails at sunset, or start from the visitor area.
- Religious & historic
Central area
The central area and the Prophet’s Mosque
The spiritual heart of Madinah, open around the clock. Plan your visit around prayer times and seasonal crowds.
- Museum
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
Dar Al Qalam — Arabic Calligraphy Museum
Follow Arabic script from early Qur’anic manuscripts to contemporary calligraphy at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, with galleries and workshops.
Free entry · book a visit online
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
7 min drive18 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Green space
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Wadi Al-Aqiq Walkway
A lit, step-free walkway along the historic valley, with shaded seating and play areas — at its best on an evening out with family.
Open daily
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
14 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Free
- Family
- Religious & historic
Quba
Quba
One of the oldest parts of Madinah, south of the centre. Walk the path past gardens and small cafés, browse the markets and see traditional homes.
Open daily
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
13 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Included with entry
- Family
- Roastery & café
Eastern districts· ﷼﷼
Kiffa Café & Roastery – Ring Road
Coffee quality takes priority, with specialty coffee prepared and served with care.
6:30 AM – 1 AM
Customer rating 4.5 / 5
- Outdoor seating
- Open late
- Good for meetings
16 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Free
- Family
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- Religious & historic
Central area
The central area and the Prophet’s Mosque
The spiritual heart of Madinah, open around the clock. Plan your visit around prayer times and seasonal crowds.
- Religious & historic
Quba
Quba
One of the oldest parts of Madinah, south of the centre. Walk the path past gardens and small cafés, browse the markets and see traditional homes.
Open daily
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
13 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Religious & historic
Uhud
Mount Uhud
North of the city, Mount Uhud holds an important place in Islamic history. Walk its marked trails at sunset, or start from the visitor area.
- Museum
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Family friendly
- Step-free
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Green space
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Wadi Al-Aqiq Walkway
A lit, step-free walkway along the historic valley, with shaded seating and play areas — at its best on an evening out with family.
Open daily
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
14 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Market
Central area
Traditional markets
Find dates, perfume, crafts and gifts made in Madinah, in small shops near the central area that open after Asr.
After Asr until late
- Family friendly
5 min drive7 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Green space
Quba
King Fahd Central Park
The city’s large family park: lawns and play areas for children, and cultural programmes in the evening.
Open 24 hours
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
18 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Green space
Quba
Quba Walkway (Darb al-Sunnah)
A historic route linking Quba to Al-Ghamamah, easing access… where every step passes enduring landmarks.
Open all day · most pleasant after sunset
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
11 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Coffee & desserts
Quba
Lavenue Café
Coffee and desserts right on the Quba walkway — a relaxed stop on the way to Quba Mosque.
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- Family friendly
- Outdoor seating
9 min drive32 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Museum
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
Dar Al Qalam — Arabic Calligraphy Museum
Follow Arabic script from early Qur’anic manuscripts to contemporary calligraphy at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, with galleries and workshops.
Free entry · book a visit online
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
7 min drive18 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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Eastern districts
Osar Coffee Roastery
Specialty roastery that sources beans from different origins — ask for the coffee of the day.
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- Good for meetings
21 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- ExperienceHalf a day
Central area & the west
Madinah arts trail
Calligraphy at Dar Al Qalam, the galleries at Safiyyah, the Artists from Madinah and an evening at the literary club.
- Free
- Family friendly
- Afternoon into evening
4 stops · Dar Al Qalam — Arabic Calligraphy Museum → Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard → Dia Aziz Dia
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Al-Awali & the farms
Bloom Roastery — Mahzur
Roastery-café serving breakfast alongside coffee roasted in house, with an outdoor seating area.
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- Outdoor seating
19 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Experience2–3 hours
Across the city
Coffee culture experience
Saudi coffee with dates by the Haram, a hand-brewed pour-over and a roastery — three ways Madinah drinks coffee.
- Low cost
- Family friendly
- Afternoon or evening
3 stops · Raslania Cafe – Central Branch → Qissat Hijaz → Kiffa Café & Roastery – Ring Road
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Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya· ﷼﷼
Quba Walkway Suites
Serviced apartments on the walkway between the centre and Quba — space for families.
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- Family friendly
8 min drive27 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Hidden gems
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- Religious & historic
Central area
The central area and the Prophet’s Mosque
The spiritual heart of Madinah, open around the clock. Plan your visit around prayer times and seasonal crowds.
- Museum
Central area
The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization
A permanent museum presenting the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the message of Islam through interactive digital experiences
- Library
Central area
The Prophet’s Mosque Library
A library located within Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, serving as a prominent scientific and cultural destination
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5 min drive5 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Museum
Central area
Prophet’s Mosque Architecture Exhibition
A visual journey through the history of the Prophet’s Mosque architecture
- Coffee shop
8 AM – 12 AM
Customer rating 4.4 / 5
5 min drive6 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Saudi coffee & sweets
6:30 AM – 12:30 AM
Customer rating 4.6 / 5
- Family friendly
- Outdoor seating
- Open late
5 min drive6 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Café
5 AM – 2 AM
Customer rating 4.7 / 5
- Outdoor seating
- Open late
5 min drive6 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Market
Central area
Traditional markets
Find dates, perfume, crafts and gifts made in Madinah, in small shops near the central area that open after Asr.
After Asr until late
- Family friendly
5 min drive7 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Museum
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Family friendly
- Step-free
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Included with entry
- Family
Seasonal highlights
Dates season, autumn festivals and the first cool evenings.
- Green space
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Wadi Al-Aqiq Walkway
A lit, step-free walkway along the historic valley, with shaded seating and play areas — at its best on an evening out with family.
Open daily
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
14 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Free
- Family
- Green space
Quba
King Fahd Central Park
The city’s large family park: lawns and play areas for children, and cultural programmes in the evening.
Open 24 hours
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
18 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Green space
Quba
Quba Walkway (Darb al-Sunnah)
A historic route linking Quba to Al-Ghamamah, easing access… where every step passes enduring landmarks.
Open all day · most pleasant after sunset
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
11 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Market
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Madinah Dates Market
Where the city’s date trade happens: Ajwa, Safawi, Mabroom and dozens more varieties, sold loose or by the box.
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- Family friendly
12 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Family activity
Al-Awali & the farms
Palm and date farms
Family-run farms welcome you for lunch, a walk in the palms and a tasting of local dates, with a harvest each late summer.
Editor’s picks
Chosen by the Al Munawarah team.
- Religious & historic
Uhud
Mount Uhud
North of the city, Mount Uhud holds an important place in Islamic history. Walk its marked trails at sunset, or start from the visitor area.
- Museum
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
Dar Al Qalam — Arabic Calligraphy Museum
Follow Arabic script from early Qur’anic manuscripts to contemporary calligraphy at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, with galleries and workshops.
Free entry · book a visit online
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
7 min drive18 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Museum
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Family friendly
- Step-free
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Heritage place
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Qasr Urwa ibn Al-Zubair
Stone ruins of an early Islamic estate on a rise above Wadi Al-Aqiq, named after the scholar Urwa ibn Al-Zubair.
Heritage site — check visiting access with the Heritage Commission
- Free
13 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Roastery & café
Eastern districts· ﷼﷼
Kiffa Café & Roastery – Ring Road
Coffee quality takes priority, with specialty coffee prepared and served with care.
6:30 AM – 1 AM
Customer rating 4.5 / 5
- Outdoor seating
- Open late
- Good for meetings
16 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- ExperienceAbout 3 hours
Central area
Historic Madinah walk
From the Prophet’s Mosque to the Seerah museum, Safiyyah, the markets and the old railway station — on foot.
- Low cost
- Family friendly
- Early morning
5 stops · The central area and the Prophet’s Mosque → The International Fair and Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization → Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
- ExperienceHalf a day
Central area & the west
Madinah arts trail
Calligraphy at Dar Al Qalam, the galleries at Safiyyah, the Artists from Madinah and an evening at the literary club.
- Free
- Family friendly
- Afternoon into evening
4 stops · Dar Al Qalam — Arabic Calligraphy Museum → Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard → Dia Aziz Dia
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- Included with entry
- Family
Trending in Madinah
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- Free
- Family
- Market
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Madinah Dates Market
Where the city’s date trade happens: Ajwa, Safawi, Mabroom and dozens more varieties, sold loose or by the box.
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- Family friendly
12 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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- Free
- Family
- Roastery & caféNew
Eastern districts
Osar Coffee Roastery
Specialty roastery that sources beans from different origins — ask for the coffee of the day.
Check today’s hours (opens in a new tab)
- Good for meetings
21 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Museum
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Family friendly
- Step-free
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Experience2–3 hours
Across the city
Coffee culture experience
Saudi coffee with dates by the Haram, a hand-brewed pour-over and a roastery — three ways Madinah drinks coffee.
- Low cost
- Family friendly
- Afternoon or evening
3 stops · Raslania Cafe – Central Branch → Qissat Hijaz → Kiffa Café & Roastery – Ring Road
- Green space
Quba
Quba Walkway (Darb al-Sunnah)
A historic route linking Quba to Al-Ghamamah, easing access… where every step passes enduring landmarks.
Open all day · most pleasant after sunset
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
11 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- Green space
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Wadi Al-Aqiq Walkway
A lit, step-free walkway along the historic valley, with shaded seating and play areas — at its best on an evening out with family.
Open daily
- Family friendly
- Free
- Step-free
14 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
- ExhibitionsDummy text
- Included with entry
- Family
- Coffee & desserts
Quba
Lavenue Café
Coffee and desserts right on the Quba walkway — a relaxed stop on the way to Quba Mosque.
Check today’s hours (opens in a new tab)
- Family friendly
- Outdoor seating
9 min drive32 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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One day in Madinah
The essentials of a first visit, paced around prayer times.
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Weekend in Madinah
Friday in the centre and Quba, Saturday at Uhud — with an event each evening.
Explore by area
Every part of the city has its own character
Area
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
The Hejaz Railway Station, Dar Al Qalam and the old western gate of the city.
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Madinah for…
The same city, seen your way
One guide, seven ways in: for families, residents, visitors, students, young professionals, business travellers and creatives. Start with the one that sounds like you.
Featured paths
Go deeper with a path
There is more to Madinah than places to visit. Follow the Coffee Shops and Arts & Culture Paths to meet the people, places and events behind them.
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Coffee Shops
Coffee is part of how Madinah welcomes people. Discover the city’s cafés — and everything you need to open or grow one, including support for productive families.
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Arts & Culture
Madinah’s story lives in its heritage, its museums and a growing creative scene. Discover it, join in and create — for residents first, and for every visitor.
Guides & collections
Hand-picked ways into the city
Guide
10 coffee shops to discover
Specialty roasters, Saudi coffee and quiet corners across the city.
10 picks
Stories from Madinah
The people behind the places
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Heritage stories
Memories of the Madani home
Rawshan windows, courtyards and the rhythm of family life in the old city.
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Local businesses
Made in Madinah: local shops and crafts
Where to find dates, perfume and handmade gifts from the people who make them.
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Community initiatives
The Creatives Network opens
A directory for the city’s artists, makers and designers — and how to join it.
2 min read
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