Offer salah at the Prophet's Mosque, send salutations upon the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم, see the Green Dome and visit the blessed Rawdah.
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Al Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, is the second holiest mosque in Islam and the resting place of the Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم. It was built by the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم himself after his migration to Madinah. In one visit you can offer salah in the mosque, send salutations upon the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم, see the famous Green Dome and the large courtyard with its umbrellas, and visit the blessed Rawdah.
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For Pakistani travellers, a visit to the Prophet's Mosque is a deeply loved part of the Umrah journey. Madinah is calm and welcoming, hotels close to the mosque are available in a range of categories, and food, shops and Urdu-speaking staff are easy to find in the surrounding area. Most pilgrims travel between Makkah and Madinah by private transfer or the Haramain high-speed train.
The most popular route is the classic combination of Makkah and Madinah, covering Umrah, prayers at both holy mosques and Ziyarat in one itinerary. If you have more time, you can add Masjid Quba, Masjid al-Qiblatayn, Mount Uhud, Jannat al-Baqi, the dates markets of Madinah, or extra days of worship and reflection.
Fly into Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport in Madinah, or arrive via Jeddah and continue onward.
Most pilgrims travel between Makkah and Madinah by private transfer or the Haramain high-speed train.
Hotels close to the mosque are available in a range of categories, within walking distance of Masjid an-Nabawi.
Walk to the mosque for prayers, and plan ahead for a Rawdah visit through the official booking system.
November to February
Cooler, more comfortable weather for walking and worship. The best time to go.
Varies each year
Deeply spiritual, but the busiest and most expensive time, with large crowds.
May to September
Madinah is hot, often above 40°C. The mosque's shaded, air-conditioned space and courtyard umbrellas help, but carry water outside.
Year-round
Very crowded regardless of season — plan prayer times and Rawdah visits accordingly.
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A few useful things to know before you go there.
Visits to the Rawdah are managed through an official booking system with set timings, which can change. Men and women may have different visiting times.
The mosque has a large shaded, air-conditioned space, but carry water when walking outside in the heat.
Private transfers, taxis, buses and the Haramain high-speed train connect Madinah with Makkah and Jeddah.
Cards and mobile payments are widely accepted, but carry some cash for small purchases.
Useful for maps, ride apps and official pilgrim apps.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing, keep your voice low, and respect the sanctity of the mosque.
Follow the instructions of the authorities and staff at all times.
For questions about religious rulings, consult a trusted scholar.
Wheelchair and assistance services are available for elderly travellers and those who find walking difficult — let your operator know in advance.
Speak to your doctor about recommended vaccinations, and check the latest Saudi health requirements for pilgrims.
Entry to the Prophet's Mosque is open to Muslims only.
A few minutes' walk from the Green Dome, the resting place of many of the Prophet's صلى الله عليه وسلم family and companions.
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The mosque remembered as the place associated with the change of the prayer direction from Jerusalem to the Kaaba in Makkah.
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The mountain remembered for the Battle of Uhud, at whose foot the martyrs' cemetery honours Hamza رضي الله عنه and his companions.
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The first mosque in Islam, founded by the Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم on his migration to Madinah.
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A trip of 3 to 5 days in Madinah is ideal for prayers at the mosque, the Rawdah and Ziyarat. If you want to combine it with Makkah, plan 8 to 12 days in total.
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