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Medina, Saudi Arabia

Top things to do in Medina

20 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Al Masjid an Nabawi
Religious site5

Al Masjid an Nabawi

2,382 reviews

Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, in Medina is the second-holiest site in Islam, after the Grand Mosque in Mecca.

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What is the most visited attraction in Medina?

Al Masjid an Nabawi draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Medina, with 2,382 of them, rated 5.0 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Medina do visitors rate highest?

Masjid Al Ghamamah holds the highest rating in Medina among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 54 reviews. It is less busy than Al Masjid an Nabawi, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Religious site
Religious site5

Masjid Al Ghamamah

54 reviews

Visit a historic mosque in Medina where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have prayed for rain.

Museum
Museum4.5

Madina Media Museum

49 reviews

A museum in Medina dedicated to the history and heritage of the city, featuring interactive exhibits and artifacts.

Market
Market4

Taiba Commercial Center

41 reviews

A bustling commercial hub in Medina featuring a variety of shops, eateries, and services along King Fahd Road.

Museum
Museum3

The International Fair And Museum Of The Prophet's Biography And Islamic Civilization

21 reviews

A museum in Medina dedicated to the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, featuring interactive exhibits and rare artifacts.

Religious site
Religious site

Prophet's Mosque

One of the largest mosques globally, housing the tomb of Prophet Muhammad and serving as a major pilgrimage site in Medina.

Religious site
Religious site

Green Dome

The iconic green dome atop the Prophet's Mosque, marking the tomb of Prophet Muhammad and a symbol of Medina.

Religious site
Religious site

Quba Mosque

The first mosque in Islam, founded by Prophet Muhammad upon his arrival in Medina, with deep historical and spiritual roots.

Religious site
Religious site

Masjid al-Qiblatayn

A historic mosque where the qibla direction was changed from Jerusalem to Mecca during the Prophet's lifetime.

Museum
Museum

Hejaz Railway Museum

A museum housed in the historic Hejaz Railway station, showcasing the railway's history and artifacts.

Religious site
Religious site

The Seven Mosques

A complex of seven small mosques commemorating the Battle of the Trench, a key event in Islamic history.

Religious site
Religious site

Al-Baqi Cemetery

The oldest and most renowned cemetery in Medina, resting place of many Prophet's companions and family members.

Religious site
Religious site

Mosque of Al-Ghamama

Historic mosque where Prophet Muhammad is believed to have performed the rain prayer, with a unique location near the city center.

Museum
Museum

Al-Salam Museum

Interactive museum showcasing the life and legacy of Prophet Muhammad through modern exhibits and artifacts.

Landmark
Landmark

King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Quran

World's largest Quran printing facility, offering guided tours of the production process and a visitor center with exhibits.

Religious site
Religious site

Miqat Dhu al-Hulayfah

Main miqat for pilgrims from Medina, a designated station to enter the state of ihram for Hajj or Umrah.

Historic site
Historic site

Battle of Uhud

Site of the historic Battle of Uhud, featuring the mountain of Uhud and the cemetery of the martyrs.

Historic site
Historic site

Battle of the Trench

Historic site marking the location of the Battle of the Trench, with a mosque and relics from early Islamic warfare.

Landmark
Landmark

Sela (Saudi Arabia)

A prominent mountain near Medina, historically significant as a site of early Islamic battles and a natural landmark.

Religious site
Religious site

Al-Ijabah Mosque

A small mosque in Medina where the Prophet Muhammad reportedly said a prayer that is always answered.