Religious and historical sites in Madinah
Madinah is calm and walkable around the Prophet's Mosque. These are the visits most groups plan.
01
Al-Masjid an-Nabawi and the Rawdah
The Prophet's Mosque. Entry to the Rawdah is managed by permit, so check the current rules before you travel.
02
Quba Mosque
The first mosque of Islam. Many pilgrims pray two rak'ahs here after wudu.
03
Masjid al-Qiblatayn
Where the direction of prayer changed from Jerusalem to the Kaaba.
04
Mount Uhud and the martyrs' cemetery
Site of the Battle of Uhud, where Hamza (RA) and other companions are buried.
05
Jannat al-Baqi'
The cemetery beside the Prophet's Mosque where many companions are buried.
06
The Seven Mosques area
Near the site of the Battle of the Trench, with several small historic mosques.
Check opening hours, permits and local rules before you go.