Medina half-day tour: Prophet's Mosque, Quba, Al-Baqi

Four and a half hours inside Islam's second holiest city

A half-day guided tour of Medina covering Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet's Mosque), Quba Mosque, Al-Baqi Cemetery, and sites tied to early Islamic history including the Qiblatain Mosque and Urwa bin Al-Zubayr Palace. The tour includes a live guide in English or Arabic, driver, snacks, and all fees. Pickup is arranged for you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Prophet Mohammed City highlights

• Visit the Prophet's Mosque
• Learn about the Battle of Uhud
• See the Qiblatain Mosque
• Visit Al-Ihn Well
• Explore Quba Mosque
• Tour Urwa bin Al-Zubayr Palace

The experience

Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, anchors this tour: the second largest mosque in Islam and the holiest site after Mecca's Masjid al-Haram. From there, the route moves through Medina's layered history: the Qiblatain Mosque, where the Prophet received the revelation to turn prayer toward the Kaaba instead of Jerusalem; the Al-Ihn Well, where the Prophet performed ablution and renamed the water source; and Quba Mosque, the first mosque built by Muslims in Medina. Each stop carries a specific moment in Islamic history rather than a generic overview.

The itinerary also takes in Urwa bin Al-Zubayr Palace, built on a high hill overlooking the Al-Aqiq Valley on Medina's western edge, and Al-Baqi Cemetery, where many of the Prophet's companions are buried. A guide fluent in English or Arabic walks you through the significance of each site. Snacks are provided during the tour. The half-day format means the schedule fits around other plans, and all entrance fees and taxes are already included in the price.

What’s included

• A live guide in English or Arabic.
• driver and transportation.
• snacks.
• all entrance fees and taxes.
• pickup arranged for you.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Madinah Tours

Is this one for you?The four-and-a-half-hour pace means you move through six significant sites without rushing, ideal if you want depth on Islamic history and the Prophet's biography without committing a full day. All areas are wheelchair accessible and the tour suits all fitness levels, so mobility or stamina won't limit who can join.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

What is Al-Masjid an-Nabawi and why does it matter?

Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, is the second largest mosque in Islam and the holiest site after Mecca's Masjid al-Haram. It was built by the Prophet Muhammad in Medina and remains central to Islamic worship and pilgrimage.

Can I visit these sites if I'm not Muslim?

The tour is open to visitors of all backgrounds. Al-Baqi Cemetery and the surrounding historical sites welcome respectful visitors. Specific access rules for the mosques themselves may apply depending on current local guidelines, which your guide will explain.

How long does the tour take and what's included?

The tour runs four and a half hours and includes a live guide in English or Arabic, driver, snacks, and all entrance fees and taxes. Pickup is arranged as part of the booking.

What is the Qiblatain Mosque and what happened there?

The Qiblatain Mosque is where the Prophet received a revelation commanding him to turn prayer toward the Kaaba in Mecca instead of Jerusalem. The mosque stands as a monument to this pivotal moment in Islamic history.

Is the tour physically demanding?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and the pace allows visitors to move comfortably between sites. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.