Jumada I 2, 1448 AHTuesday 13 October 2026
Dummy textThe dates season market is on every day from Thursday 15 October to Saturday 24 October, from 4 pm. Expect busier roads around the market in the evening. Times and directions
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Ancient history next to a modern city, in four days.
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
13 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Central area
A permanent museum presenting the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the message of Islam through interactive digital experiences
Central area
Al Safiyah Museum and Orchard… a complete cultural discovery experience
7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
5 min drive8 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Eastern districts
A private museum highlighting the history of Madinah, the Prophet’s Hijrah, and the city’s urban development through interactive exhibits
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
Where the Hejaz Railway ended its journey south: a historic station and museum, a short ride from the central area.
Closed for refurbishment (2026)
7 min drive20 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
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
7 min drive18 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Eastern districts· ﷼﷼
Coffee quality takes priority, with specialty coffee prepared and served with care.
6:30 AM – 1 AM
Customer rating 4.5 / 5
16 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Specialty coffee and tea bar in Al Masani, known for its hand-brewed pour-overs (V60).
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13 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Quba
Roastery and café on the Al Hijrah road that roasts its own beans, with quick pick-up by car.
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15 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Eastern districts
Specialty roastery that sources beans from different origins — ask for the coffee of the day.
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21 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Al-Awali & the farms
Roastery-café serving breakfast alongside coffee roasted in house, with an outdoor seating area.
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19 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Wadi Al-Aqiq & Al-Qiblatayn
Lectures, poetry evenings and book launches for the city’s readers and writers.
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15 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Eastern districts
See an exhibition or a performance, or join an art workshop, at the Madinah branch of the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts.
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33 min drive(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Open 24 hours (Friday 1:30 PM – 12 AM)
Customer rating 4.2 / 5
6 min drive11 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
A calm café on King Abdullah Road — good for early-morning coffee or a quiet work session.
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11 min drive42 min walk(approximate, from the Prophet’s Mosque)
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Published by Madinah Region Development Authority