- Location
- Madinah, Saudi Arabia
- From Masjid an-Nabawi
- About 4.8 km
- Elevation
- 1,077 m
- Battle of Uhud
- Third year after the Hijra
- Entry
- No ticket required
- Listed hours
- Daily, 12:00 a.m.–11:59 p.m.
- Places to stay within 2 km
- 7
Mount Uhud and the Battle of Uhud
Mount Uhud is a rocky mountain associated with the Battle of Uhud, fought in the third year after the Hijra. The battlefield lies in the area at its foot, beside the Uhud Martyrs’ Cemetery. Saudi visitor information identifies around seventy companions buried there, including Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (may Allah be pleased with him). Jabal al-Rumah, or the Archers’ Hill, is another point visitors see while tracing the battlefield. Recent development work has added dedicated walking and climbing trails and interpretive material about the area. Together, these landmarks offer visitors a way to reflect on the events of the battle and the people remembered here. The mountain reaches an elevation of 1,077 m.
Hours, access and visiting notes
The listing says Mount Uhud is open daily from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. and that no ticket is needed; its Martyrs Square listing gives the same daily hours. Ramps and elevators are noted for the square, while the mountain’s walking and climbing trails are a separate part of the visit. Saudi health guidance advises avoiding direct sun, drinking fluids, seeking shade and resting in hot conditions. For outdoor walking, choose a cooler time of day and wear light, breathable clothing. Visitors can plan their time around the open-air setting and take breaks as needed, especially during hot weather.
Getting to Mount Uhud
Licensed taxis and limousine services are available outside the airport’s main terminal, and the airport advises against using unauthorized vehicles. Madinah Bus’s network map marks Sayed Alshuhda Square as a stop and includes MED; its current route map or app shows available service options. The map and app provide information on available bus services.
Hotels and apartments near Mount Uhud
Seven hotels and apartments are listed within 2 km of Mount Uhud, with none within 1 km or 0.5 km. The mix is five hotels and two apartments, and six places are marked family friendly. The stays closest to the mountain include The Seasons Hotel at 1.7 km and Emaar Rsoukh Hotel at 1.8 km. Consider the type of accommodation and the distance that suits your plans when comparing places to stay.
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Facts reviewed against the sources above on 19 October 2026. Hotel numbers come from the hotels listed on this page.
