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Al-Haram
sightseeingCentral district around the Prophet's Mosque — second holiest site in Islam
Al-Aziziyah
accommodationModern district with mid-range hotels. 10-15 min to the mosque
Quba
sightseeingQuba Mosque district — the first mosque in Islamic history
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faq.subtitle Medina
Yes, unlike Mecca. Non-Muslims can visit Medina but cannot enter the central zone around the Prophets Mosque (marked with signs). Rest of the city is open.
Prophets Mosque (for Muslims), Quba Mosque (first mosque in Islam), Mount Uhud and martyrs cemetery, Al-Baqi cemetery, Dar al-Madinah Museum, date markets.
Haramain train: 2.5 hours, ~250-350 SAR. SAPTCO bus: 5-6 hours, ~100 SAR. Taxi/transfer: ~800-1000 SAR. Distance ~450 km. Train is best value for comfort.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Medina
Unlike Mecca, non-Muslims CAN visit Medina. But the central zone around the Prophets Mosque is closed — marked with signs.
Medina Airport (MED) has direct flights from many countries. Haramain train connects to Mecca (2.5h) and Jeddah. Tickets via SAR or hhr.sa
Must visit Quba Mosque — the first mosque in Islamic history, built by the Prophet himself. Prayer there equals an Umrah.
Dates from Medina are the best in the world. Ajwa variety is especially prized. Buy at markets near the Prophets Mosque.
Weather
Average temperature by month
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35°
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43°
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43°
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26°Sep
36°
22°Oct
30°
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13°Dec
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85 ﷼~22.7 $
Darb Al Watan, Northwest Bus
Buses to Mecca 85-100 SAR, 5.5 hours. VIP 100 SAR. 50% discount for children.
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15 ﷼~4.0 $
Uber, Careem
Uber/Careem available. To Mecca 90-150 SAR. Hajj season prices triple.
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150 ﷼~40.0 $
SAR (haramainrailway.com)
Haramain high-speed train to Mecca 2.5 hours. Hourly. Economy 150 SAR, Business 250 SAR.
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.bus | 85 ﷼ ~22.7 $ | Darb Al Watan, Northwest Bus | Buses to Mecca 85-100 SAR, 5.5 hours. VIP 100 SAR. 50% discount for children. |
location.transport.taxi | 15 ﷼ ~4.0 $ | Uber, Careem | Uber/Careem available. To Mecca 90-150 SAR. Hajj season prices triple. |
location.transport.train | 150 ﷼ ~40.0 $ | SAR (haramainrailway.com) | Haramain high-speed train to Mecca 2.5 hours. Hourly. Economy 150 SAR, Business 250 SAR. |
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
35 - 60 ﷼
~47.5 $
Restaurant dinner
150 - 250 ﷼
~200 $
Breakfast
25 - 40 ﷼
~32.5 $
Drinks
Water 1.5L
2 - 5 ﷼
~3.5 $
Coffee
15 - 25 ﷼
~20.0 $
Street Food
Local dish
15 - 25 ﷼
~20.0 $
Groceries
Weekly groceries
300 - 500 ﷼
~400 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
80 - 120 ﷼ / night
~100 $
Guesthouse
200 - 300 ﷼ / night
~250 $
Hotel 3★
250 - 400 ﷼ / night
~325 $
Hotel 4★
500 - 800 ﷼ / night
~650 $
Hotel 5★
1,200 - 3,000 ﷼ / night
~2,100 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
Safety
High safety level
Tourist area with low crime rate
Medina is very safe. Fewer tourists than Mecca. Strict Islamic laws. Modest clothing recommended for women.