Landscaped park with cafes, shops and an immersive Creation Story Museum, open late near the Prophet's Mosque.
As Safiyyah Museum and Park is a cultural complex south of the Prophet's Mosque on the axis leading to the Salam gate, covering about 4,400 square metres. It was inaugurated in March 2024. It combines a landscaped park with palm groves on terraces, water features, cafes and restaurants, souvenir shops over six levels, and the Creation Story Museum in the basement. The museum is an immersive guided tour of 35 to 45 minutes about the origins of life, stories of the prophets and the end of time, with English subtitles on the main Arabic audio and live guides speaking several languages. The park, shops and cafes are free; the museum costs SAR 25 (about $7) per person, SAR 20 (about $5) for groups, sold online or at the ground-floor booth. Hours are 07:30 to 23:30 Saturday to Thursday and 13:00 to 00:00 on Friday, which makes it one of the few evening options in the central area. Its official site does not state any religion-based entry restriction, but it sits close to the sacred precinct, so non-Muslim visitors should confirm access at the entrance.
| Admission | Park free; museum SAR 25 (about $7) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Sat-Thu 07:30-23:30; Fri 13:00-00:00 |
| Typical visit | 1 to 2 hours |
| Best time | Evening |
| Getting there | Walk from central hotels; taxi or ride-hail drop-offs on the central-area ring |
| Address | Al-Hussein Bin Ali Road, Southern Central Area, Madinah |
Location
Al-Hussein Bin Ali Road, Southern Central Area, Madinah
24.4638, 39.6109 View on map
Highlights
- Creation Story Museum with a 35-45 minute guided tour
- Palm-grove terraces and fountains
- Cafes and restaurants open until late
- Souvenir shops across six levels
- Evening opening hours
Tips for visiting
- Buy museum tickets online or at the ground-floor booth.
- The last guided tour starts about an hour before closing.
- Visit in the evening when the terraces are cooler.
- Non-Muslim visitors should confirm access at the entrance.
- Ask for an English-subtitled session.
- Phone +966 533 522 454 or email info@assafiyyah.com for group bookings.
When to visit
Evenings, when the terraces are cooler and the cafes are busy.
Accessibility
A multi-level building with lifts is expected; confirm wheelchair access with the venue.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the museum ticket?
SAR 25 (about $7) per person and SAR 20 (about $5) for groups; the park, shops and cafes are free.
What are the hours?
07:30 to 23:30 Saturday to Thursday, 13:00 to 00:00 on Friday.
Is it available in English?
The audio is Arabic with English subtitles, and live guides speak several languages.
How long is the tour?
About 35 to 45 minutes.