Experience Al Madinah
Experience Al Madinah with our comfortable double-decker buses to discover Al Madinah, the second holiest city in Islam. Explore its rich Islamic history, heritage, culture and social life. There is plenty to do and to see in this wonderful city! With two routes and 12 bus stops, we will take you around this historical gem, where you will discover many prestigious Islamic monuments dating back to the time of our Prophet PBUH, as well as other tourist attractions that tell you a lot about the history of Al Madinah and of Islam. Hop on and off whenever and wherever you want! Multilingual audio guides are provided on board to give you useful information about each stop. Take a walk around each stop to learn more about Al Madinah: visit Al Masjid Al Nabawi, Al Baqi Cemetery, Ohud Battlefield, Al Manakha Square and more.
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Stop 1
Prophet Mosque
Prophet Mosque
The Prophet’s Mosque is the heart of Madinah and the second holiest site in Islam. It is the tour’s main terminal, set beside King Fahad Gate (No. 334), and the ideal place to begin or end your journey. Its vast marble courtyards, the Green Dome and the surrounding museums make it the most visited landmark in the city.
Surrounding landmarks
- King Fahad Gate (No. 334)
Stop 1A
As Safiyyah Museum & Park
As Safiyyah Museum & Park
As Safiyyah Museum & Park pairs a heritage museum with a landscaped garden — a calm, shaded, family-friendly stop a short ride from the Haram. The nearby Pullman Zamzam hotel is a handy landmark for finding it.
Surrounding landmarks
- Pullman Zamzam (nearby)
Stop 2
Al-Baqi’ Cemetery
Al-Baqi’ Cemetery
Al-Baqi’ is the historic cemetery on the eastern side of the Prophet’s Mosque — the resting place of many of the Prophet’s companions and family members. A place of quiet reflection, it sits close to the Seerah museums and the Sharia Courts Complex.
Surrounding landmarks
- Sharia Courts Complex
- The International Museum of the Prophet’s Biography
- The Prophet’s Mosque Museum
Stop 3
Al Manakha Square
Al Manakha Square
Al Manakha is a historic open square and market district just west of the Haram. Around it stand several of Madinah’s most storied small mosques, and its lanes are lined with shops and eateries — a lively place to shop for gifts or pause for refreshments.
Surrounding landmarks
- Al Ghamama Mosque
- Imam Ali Mosque
- Abu Bakr Al Siddiq Mosque
- Omar Ibn Al Khattab Mosque
Stop 3A
Al-Hayy (Al-Maghislah)
Al-Hayy (Al-Maghislah)
Al-Hayy is a traditional Madinah neighbourhood best known for the Al-Maghislah heritage market — a chance to experience everyday local life, crafts and produce close to the historic centre.
Surrounding landmarks
- Al-Maghislah Neighborhood
- Al-Maghislah Heritage Market
Stop 4
Al Salam Gate
Al Salam Gate
Al Salam Gate is one of the grand entrances to the Prophet’s Mosque precinct. The surrounding area holds a cluster of significant sites — from the Saqifah of Bani Saidah to the Al Salam Museum — making it a rich stop for history and heritage.
Surrounding landmarks
- Zyarah Gate
- Saqifah Bani Saidah
Stop 5
Uhud Battlefield
Uhud Battlefield
At the foot of Mount Uhud lies the site of the Battle of Uhud (3 AH / 625 CE). Visitors come to Jabal Al-Rumah — the Archers’ Hill — and the cemetery of the martyrs of Uhud to reflect on one of the most significant events in early Islamic history.
Surrounding landmarks
- Uhud Mountain
- Jabal Al-Rumah
- Shuhada Uhud Cemetery
Stop 6
Al Noor Mall
Al Noor Mall
Al Noor Mall is a modern shopping and dining destination in the north of the city — a comfortable, air-conditioned contrast to the historic sites, and a great place to rest, eat and shop mid-tour.
Surrounding landmarks
- Restaurants
- Shops
Stop 7
Sultanah – Abu Bakr Al Siddiq Road
Sultanah – Abu Bakr Al Siddiq Road
Sultanah runs along Abu Bakr Al Siddiq Road, one of Madinah’s busy commercial arteries lined with shops and restaurants. It offers a genuine taste of everyday city life and contemporary local shopping.
Surrounding landmarks
- Restaurants
- Shops
Stop 8
Al Qiblatain Mosque
Al Qiblatain Mosque
The Mosque of the Two Qiblas is where the revelation came to turn the direction of prayer from Jerusalem toward the Kaaba in Makkah. Its distinctive twin-mihrab history makes it one of the most significant mosques in Islam.
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Stop 9
The Trench Battlefield
The Trench Battlefield
The site of the Battle of the Trench (5 AH / 627 CE), where a defensive trench famously protected the city. The area includes the Seven Mosques and Sela’ Mountain. Please note this stop is temporarily closed — buses currently pass without stopping.
Stop 10
Quba Mosque
Quba Mosque
Masjid Quba is the first mosque built in Islam; the Prophet ﷺ said that praying two units here equals an Umrah. Set among Quba’s green surroundings at the end of the Quba Walkway, it is one of the most rewarding stops on the route.
Surrounding landmarks
- Bustan Al-Mostadhal
- Alseera – Journey to Quba
Stop 11
Hejaz Railway Museum
Hejaz Railway Museum
The Hejaz Railway Museum occupies the beautifully preserved Ottoman-era station that once linked Madinah to Damascus. Nearby stand the historic Al Anbaria Mosque and the Emirate of Madinah building — a striking cluster of heritage architecture.
Stop 12
Quba Square
Quba Square
Quba Square (Jadat Quba) is a lively public space at the heart of the Quba district, known for its festivals, events and fine-arts displays along the popular Quba Walkway — a relaxed way to round off the tour.
Surrounding landmarks
- Festivals, Events & Fine Arts
- Quba Walkway
12 Bus Stops
among best attractions of Al-Madina
30+ Landmarks
including most attractive historical, religious and shopping landmarks
Commentary System
16 international languages electronic commentary system
24 Hours Ticket
All tickets are valid for 24 hours to use for unlimited rides within validity time.
Hop-On Hop-Off
Passengers can leave the bus at any station and get back to complete their tour.
2 Routes
Integrated well designed routes to let passenger see Al-Madina and discover its most attractive landmarks.
Private Tours
City Sightseeing provides private tours for groups, companies and schools to explore Al-Madina through a tailored tour.
A tour has an exlusive reservation of all seats and passes by the programmed routes in addition to new stops and landmarks in addition to special hospitality.
In addition to the electronic tour guide, City Sightseeing offers tour guides with high knowledge of Madina and its landmarks with multiple languages.
