Madinah Ziyarat List: Places to Visit and Their History
The Ziyarat places of Madinah, from Masjid Quba to Mount Uhud, with the story of each place, an Urdu list, and our private Madinah Ziyarat taxi: up to 2.5 hours from SAR 200 per car, with a driver who explains each place.
Madinah Ziyarat in short
The main Ziyarat places in Madinah are Masjid Quba, Masjid al-Qiblatain, Mount Uhud and the martyrs' cemetery, the Seven Mosques, the Well of Uthman, Bir Ghars and the Garden of Salman al-Farsi. All are within a short drive of Masjid an-Nabawi, and you can see them by car in about 2.5 hours. Ziyarat is not part of Umrah or Hajj; pilgrims go to see where the history of Islam took place.
| Place | Why pilgrims visit |
|---|---|
| Masjid Quba | First mosque in Islam |
| Masjid al-Qiblatain | Where the qibla changed to the Kaaba |
| Mount Uhud and Sayyid al-Shuhada | Battle of Uhud, grave of Hamza (RA) |
| Seven Mosques, Masjid al-Fath | Battle of the Trench |
| Well of Uthman (Bir Rumah) | Well bought by Uthman (RA) for the Muslims |
| Bir Ghars | Ancient well linked to the Prophet (PBUH) |
| Garden of Salman al-Farsi | Palms planted to free Salman (RA) |
| House of Ali and Fatimah | Place linked to the family of the Prophet (PBUH) |
Masjid Quba
Masjid Quba is the first mosque in Islam. When the Prophet (PBUH) arrived from Makkah on the Hijrah in 622 CE, he stopped at Quba, on the southern edge of Madinah, and laid its first stone; his Companions finished the building. The Prophet (PBUH) used to visit Quba every Saturday, walking or riding, and according to a hadith, praying two rak'ahs here after making wudu at home carries a reward like that of an Umrah. The present white mosque was rebuilt in the 1980s and is being expanded to hold about 66,000 worshippers.
Masjid al-Qiblatain
Masjid al-Qiblatain, the Mosque of the Two Qiblas, is about 5 km north-west of Masjid an-Nabawi. In 2 AH, Muslims praying here towards Jerusalem received the command to turn towards the Kaaba in Makkah, revealed in Surah al-Baqarah (2:144), and they turned during the prayer. For many years the mosque had two prayer niches; since its rebuilding in 1987, a marker under a small dome recalls the old direction.
Mount Uhud and Masjid Sayyid al-Shuhada
Mount Uhud is a long reddish mountain about 4 km north of Masjid an-Nabawi. In 625 CE the Battle of Uhud was fought at its foot. The Muslims were winning until the archers left their post on a small hill to collect the spoils, and the Makkan cavalry attacked from behind. Many Companions were killed, including Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA), the uncle of the Prophet (PBUH), and the Prophet (PBUH) himself was wounded.
- Martyrs' cemetery. About seventy martyrs of Uhud are buried here, with Hamza (RA). Visitors make dua for them.
- Archers' hill (Jabal al-Rumah). The small hill opposite the cemetery where the archers stood.
- Masjid Sayyid al-Shuhada. The large mosque built near the cemetery and named after Hamza (RA), the "master of the martyrs".
The Seven Mosques and Masjid al-Fath
On the western side of Mount Sala' stand the small mosques known as the Seven Mosques. They mark the place of the trench the Muslims dug to defend Madinah in the Battle of the Trench (al-Khandaq, also called al-Ahzab). The largest is Masjid al-Fath, where the Prophet (PBUH) made dua during the battle. The others are named after Abu Bakr, Umar, Ali, Fatimah and Salman al-Farsi (RA); there are six here, and Masjid al-Qiblatain, about 1 km away, is usually counted as the seventh.
Well of Uthman (Bir Rumah)
Bir Rumah, north-west of Masjid an-Nabawi, is the well that Uthman ibn Affan (RA) bought and gave to the people of Madinah so that everyone could drink from it freely. It is still remembered as one of the first charitable endowments (waqf) in Islam, and the land around it is a date farm today.
Bir Ghars
Bir Ghars is one of the ancient wells of Madinah, on the eastern side of the city near Quba. It is linked in the Seerah to the Prophet (PBUH). The well has been restored and can be seen by visitors.
Garden of Salman al-Farsi
Salman al-Farsi (RA) came to Madinah as a slave. To win his freedom, his owner asked for gold and for 300 date palms to be planted. The Prophet (PBUH) and the Companions planted the palms with him, and he was freed. A date garden with a well near Quba is remembered as the place of these palms; many visitors buy dates here.
House of Ali and Fatimah
Our drivers also show you the place traditionally linked to the house of Ali (RA) and Fatimah (RA), the daughter of the Prophet (PBUH), and explain its history on the way.
Madina Ziyarat places list in Urdu
مدینہ منورہ کی زیارات کی فہرست
- مسجد قباء: اسلام کی پہلی مسجد
- مسجد قبلتین: جہاں قبلہ بیت المقدس سے کعبہ کی طرف بدلا
- جبلِ اُحد، شہدائے اُحد اور مسجد سید الشہداء
- سات مساجد اور مسجد فتح: غزوۂ خندق کی جگہ
- بئرِ عثمان (بئرِ رومہ)
- بئرِ غرس
- باغِ سلمان فارسیؓ
- حضرت علیؓ اور حضرت فاطمہؓ کا گھر
ہماری مدینہ زیارات ٹیکسی ان مقامات پر تقریباً ڈھائی گھنٹے میں لے جاتی ہے۔ قیمت فی گاڑی ۲۰۰ ریال سے شروع۔ ڈرائیور اُردو بولتے ہیں اور ہر جگہ کی تاریخ بتاتے ہیں۔
Madinah Ziyarat taxi: prices by vehicle
Our private Madinah Ziyarat taxi takes you to these places in up to 2.5 hours, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel and a driver who explains each place in Urdu, English or Arabic. Every price is per car, not per person.
| Vehicle | Passengers | From |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | 4 | SAR 200 |
| Hyundai Staria | 6 | SAR 250 |
| Toyota HiAce | 11 | SAR 300 |
| GMC Yukon XL | 6 | SAR 350 |
| Toyota Coaster | 16 | SAR 450 |
Starting prices from hotels around Masjid an-Nabawi. Parking is not included. Prices change in Ramadan and Hajj season, and we confirm your final price on WhatsApp before the day. See the price list by vehicle for all routes.
Badr Ziyarat from Madinah
Badr is about 150 km south-west of Madinah. On 17 Ramadan 2 AH (624 CE), the Muslims won the Battle of Badr here, the first great victory of Islam, which the Quran mentions. On a Badr trip our drivers take you to the battle site, the martyrs' cemetery, Masjid al-Areesh, Bir al-Shifa and Jabal al-Malaikah. It is a longer trip than the city Ziyarat, so send us your date for a price.
How to plan your Madinah Ziyarat
- Time. About 2.5 hours by car for the main places.
- Best time. After Fajr, so you are back before the heat and in time for Dhuhr at Masjid an-Nabawi. Saturday morning is a popular time to pray at Quba.
- Make wudu first. If you want to pray at Masjid Quba, make wudu at your hotel before you leave.
- Respect. Dress modestly, keep your voice low at the cemeteries and mosques, and do not take soil or stones.
- Worship. Ziyarat is not part of Umrah or Hajj. For questions about worship at these places, ask your scholar.
What pilgrims worry about, and how we handle it
- A rushed tour. The car is yours for up to 2.5 hours, and the driver stops for prayer and dua.
- A driver who does not explain. Our drivers explain each place in Urdu, English or Arabic.
- Surprise prices. We confirm one price per car in writing on WhatsApp before the day.
- Booking passed to a stranger. You book directly with our team, and we send the driver's name and car number before pickup.
Who will drive you
Al Haram Cabs is run by Muhammad Wali, who has 12 years of experience, from Makkah. Our drivers are licensed and speak Urdu, English and Arabic. When you message us, you reach the team that runs the cars, not an agent.
- Licensed by the Transport General Authority (TGA) and registered on Nusuk.
- Private rides only. You never share the car with strangers.
- No middlemen. Your booking stays with our own team and drivers.
- 2026 model cars with air conditioning.
Questions about Madinah Ziyarat
What are the Ziyarat places in Madinah?
The main Ziyarat places in Madinah are Masjid Quba, Masjid al-Qiblatain, Mount Uhud with the martyrs' cemetery and Masjid Sayyid al-Shuhada, the Seven Mosques with Masjid al-Fath, the Well of Uthman (Bir Rumah), Bir Ghars and the Garden of Salman al-Farsi. Jannat al-Baqi is next to Masjid an-Nabawi.
How much is a Madinah Ziyarat taxi?
Our private Madinah Ziyarat taxi starts from SAR 200 per car in a Toyota Camry for up to 4 passengers, for a tour of up to 2.5 hours. A Hyundai Staria starts from SAR 250, a Toyota HiAce from SAR 300, a GMC Yukon XL from SAR 350 and a Toyota Coaster from SAR 450. The price is per car, not per person.
How long does a Madinah Ziyarat tour take?
Our Madinah Ziyarat tour takes up to 2.5 hours, from pickup at your hotel to drop-off back at your hotel. Many pilgrims go after Fajr, so they are back before the heat and in time for Dhuhr at Masjid an-Nabawi.
What is the reward of praying at Masjid Quba?
According to a hadith, praying two rak'ahs at Masjid Quba after making wudu at home carries a reward like that of an Umrah. The Prophet (PBUH) used to visit Quba every Saturday, walking or riding.
Why is it called Masjid al-Qiblatain?
Al-Qiblatain means 'two qiblas'. In 2 AH, while Muslims were praying here, the command came to change the direction of prayer from Jerusalem to the Kaaba in Makkah (Quran 2:144), and they turned during the prayer.
Who is buried at Mount Uhud?
The martyrs of the Battle of Uhud (625 CE) are buried in the cemetery at the foot of Mount Uhud, including Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA), the uncle of the Prophet (PBUH). About seventy Companions are buried there.
Can we visit Badr from Madinah?
Yes. Badr is about 150 km south-west of Madinah. We drive to the Badr battle site, the martyrs' cemetery, Masjid al-Areesh, Bir al-Shifa and Jabal al-Malaikah. Badr is a longer trip than the city Ziyarat, so send us your date for a price.
Is Ziyarat in Madinah part of Umrah?
No. Ziyarat is not part of Umrah or Hajj. Pilgrims visit these places to learn the history of Islam. Visiting Masjid an-Nabawi and praying at Masjid Quba are well-known Sunnah acts; for other questions about worship, ask your scholar.
Is there a Madinah Ziyarat list in Urdu?
Yes. You will find a short Urdu list of the Madinah Ziyarat places on this page, below the main list. Our drivers also speak Urdu and explain each place in Urdu.
How do I pay, and can I cancel?
You pay in cash after the tour, in Saudi riyals or US dollars, with no deposit and no card payments. Cancellation is free up to 12 hours before your pickup time.
Are you the official Makkah Taxi?
No. Al Haram Cabs is an independent private taxi company based in Makkah that also serves Madinah. You book directly with our team on WhatsApp.
More for your Umrah trip
- Madinah to Makkah taxi, with a stop at the Miqat
- Madinah to Jeddah Airport taxi, for your flight home
- Ziyarat places in Makkah
- Taif Ziyarat
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