History of Masjid Quba
Masjid Quba holds the distinction of being the very first mosque built in the history of Islam. When the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ arrived at the outskirts of Madinah during the Hijra in 622 CE, he stopped in the village of Quba for approximately 14 days before entering the city proper. During this time, he laid the foundation of this mosque with his own blessed hands.
The Quran itself references Masjid Quba: "A mosque founded on piety from the very first day is more worthy that you should stand therein for prayer." (At-Tawbah: 108) The mosque has been expanded multiple times, most recently by the Saudi government in 2020, and now accommodates thousands of worshippers.
The Great Virtue of Masjid Quba
"Whoever purifies himself in his house then comes to Masjid Quba and prays in it, he will have a reward like that of Umrah."
— Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Sunan Ibn Majah, 1412 — Sahih)
The Prophet ﷺ himself used to visit Masjid Quba every Saturday, sometimes walking and sometimes riding. This established a Sunnah that pilgrims eagerly follow to this day.
Visitor Tips for Masjid Quba
- Perform wudu (ablution) at your hotel before leaving — this maximizes the Umrah-equivalent reward.
- Perform 2 Rakats of Tahiyyat al-Masjid upon entering.
- Best time to visit: early morning or after Dhuhr when crowds are lighter.
- Women have a dedicated prayer hall — spacious and well-maintained.
- The mosque has a small bookshop and ablution areas; allow 45 minutes for a complete visit.
How to Get to Masjid Quba
🚗 Private Taxi
10-15 min from Masjid an-Nabawi. Most comfortable option.
🚶 Walk
40-50 min via Quba Road. Follow the historic pilgrimage route.
🚌 City Bus
Bus 99 operates from near Masjid an-Nabawi to Quba area.
Book a Quba Ziyarat Taxi
Include Masjid Quba in your Madinah Ziyarat tour. We'll take you to all key sites in one comfortable trip.