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.
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Discover the Heritage
One journey through Madinah’s landmarks and history.
- Religious & historic
- 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
- Mosque
- 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
- Heritage place
Al-Anbariyah & Al-Suqya
Hejaz Railway Station
Where the Hejaz Railway ended its journey south: a historic station and museum, a short ride from the central area.
Closed for refurbishment (2026)
- Family friendly
- Step-free
7 min drive20 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
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)
- 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
- 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)
- 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
- 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)
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