Key Takeaways
- Ziyarat are not part of Umrah rituals but bring Islamic history to life.
- Praying two rak‘ah in Masjid Quba carries the reward of an Umrah.
- Masjid Aisha (Tan‘eem) is the nearest Miqat for an additional Umrah from Makkah.
- Most Travel Point packages include guided Ziyarat in both cities.
In this article
Beyond the Haramain, Makkah and Madinah are filled with places where the story of Islam unfolded. Visiting them – known as Ziyarat – deepens your connection to the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ and his companions. Here are the most important sites included in our guided tours.
Ziyarat in Makkah
Jabal al-Nour & Ghar Hira
The mountain where the first revelation – “Iqra” – came to the Prophet ﷺ in the Cave of Hira. The climb takes about an hour; the nearby Hira Cultural District has an exhibition about the revelation.
Jabal Thawr
The cave where the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr (RA) hid for three nights during the Hijrah to Madinah, mentioned in Surah at-Tawbah (9:40).
Jannat al-Mu‘alla
The historic graveyard of Makkah, where Sayyidah Khadijah (RA), the beloved wife of the Prophet ﷺ, and many of his family members are buried.
Mina, Muzdalifah & Arafat
The sites of Hajj. Outside the Hajj season you can see the tent city of Mina, the Jamarat, Masjid Namirah and Jabal al-Rahmah at Arafat.
Masjid Aisha (Tan‘eem) & Masjid al-Ji‘ranah
Miqat points for those already in Makkah who wish to enter Ihram for an additional Umrah.
Masjid al-Jinn
Associated with the event in Surah al-Jinn, when a group of jinn listened to the Qur’an and accepted Islam.
Ziyarat in Madinah
Masjid an-Nabawi & Rawdah
The Prophet’s ﷺ Mosque, where a prayer is better than a thousand prayers elsewhere except Masjid al-Haram (Bukhari). Visit the Rawdah – “a garden from the gardens of Paradise” – and send salam to the Prophet ﷺ, Abu Bakr (RA) and Umar (RA). See our Madinah etiquette guide.
Masjid Quba
The first mosque built in Islam. The Prophet ﷺ said that whoever purifies himself at home and prays in Masjid Quba receives a reward like that of an Umrah (Ibn Majah, Nasa’i). Visiting on a Saturday is Sunnah.
Masjid al-Qiblatayn
The “Mosque of Two Qiblas”, where the command to change the Qiblah from Jerusalem to Makkah was revealed during prayer.
Mount Uhud & the Martyrs’ Cemetery
The site of the Battle of Uhud. Sayyiduna Hamzah (RA), the uncle of the Prophet ﷺ, and other martyrs are buried here. Climb the small Archers’ Hill (Jabal al-Rumah) to picture the battle.
Jannat al-Baqi
The main graveyard of Madinah, resting place of many companions and family members of the Prophet ﷺ. Visiting is usually open for men after Fajr and Asr.
Seven Mosques (Khandaq)
Small mosques near the site of the Battle of the Trench, including Masjid al-Fath.
Date farms & markets
Taste and buy fresh Ajwa, Safawi and Sukkari dates – Madinah’s Ajwa dates are especially loved by pilgrims.
Ziyarat are for reflection and learning. Avoid practices not supported by the Sunnah, such as touching or wiping walls for blessing, and follow the guidance of local authorities at each site.
Ziyarat included in our packages
Guided Ziyarat in Makkah and Madinah with an experienced Urdu/Hindi-speaking guide.
Travel Point Team
Hajj & Umrah Specialists since 2014 · Gorakhpur, Uttar PradeshOur team has guided thousands of pilgrims from Gorakhpur and across India on Hajj and Umrah. These guides are written from first-hand experience to help you prepare with confidence. For religious rulings, please also consult a trusted scholar.
