Experience
Madina
The second holy city of Islam, home to Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque.
Madina is organised around Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque. The city is quieter and more spread out than Makkah, and distances are easier to manage.
Masjid Quba, to the south of the city, is regarded as the first mosque of Islam. Mount Uhud, to the north, is the site of the battle of the same name.
Makkah and Madina are about 450 kilometres apart. The Haramain high-speed line links the two cities via Jeddah in a little over two hours, which has greatly simplified the organisation of these trips.
What there is to see
Masjid an-Nabawi
The Prophet's Mosque, at the centre of the city.
Masjid Quba
Regarded as the first mosque of Islam.
Mount Uhud
The site of the battle of Uhud, north of the city.
Masjid al-Qiblatayn
The mosque “of the two qiblas”.
When to go
All year. The winter months are the mildest; Ramadan and the Hajj season concentrate the crowds.
Madina: frequently asked questions
How do you get from Makkah to Madina?
On the Haramain high-speed line, a little over two hours via Jeddah, or by road, in four to five hours.
How long should you stay in Madina?
Three to four nights is the most common length within an Umrah trip, the city being quieter and the distances shorter than in Makkah.
