Taif ziyarat for Umrah pilgrims: places, distance and how to go

Taif is the cool mountain city near Makkah that many pilgrims add to their trip. This guide lists what to visit, how far it is and what to plan.

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Quick facts

Distance from Makkah: about 94 to 98 km by road (Rome2Rio).
Time: about one hour by car and about two hours by bus. A bus is reported from Makkah Bus Station about every three hours, so check the operator.
Known as the City of Roses, with markets for rosewater, perfume, honey, dried fruit and dates.

Places pilgrims visit

Masjid Abdullah ibn Abbas: built near the grave of the Prophet's cousin Abdullah ibn Abbas, a famous scholar of tafsir, who died in Taif in 68 AH (source).
Al Hada road and Masjid Addas area: linked to the story of Addas offering grapes to the Prophet after he was hurt in Taif (source). Exact locations of some sites are traditional, so ask locally.
Old mountain paths and markets: places for reflection and shopping.

Miqat on the way

Qarn al Manazil (As Sayl al Kabir) is on the Taif to Makkah road, about 80 km north east of Makkah and about 35 km north of Taif. It is the miqat for people coming from Najd (Saudipedia). A second Qarn al Manazil mosque, Wadi Muharram, is about 76 km from Makkah by the mountain road. Ask a scholar which applies to you.

Tips

Plan a day trip from Makkah and start early.
Taif is cooler than Makkah, so carry a light jacket in winter.
Agree taxi prices first or join a group tour. See our transport page.

Frequently asked

How far is Taif from Makkah?

About 94 to 98 km by road, roughly one hour by car and about two hours by bus, according to Rome2Rio. Travel is slower in busy seasons.

What can pilgrims visit in Taif?

Masjid Abdullah ibn Abbas, the Al Hada road area, Masjid Addas site and the old markets for rosewater, perfume, honey and dates. Some sites are traditionally believed locations, so ask locally.

Why is Taif important in Islamic history?

Taif is where the Prophet went for help after hardship in Makkah and was met with stones. Many pilgrims visit to reflect on that story.

Where is Qarn al Manazil miqat?

Saudipedia places it on the Taif to Makkah road about 80 km north east of Makkah and about 35 km north of Taif. It was set for the people of Najd and travellers from that direction.

Is Taif part of Hajj or Umrah rituals?

No. Visiting Taif is optional. The main rituals take place in Makkah and the holy sites around it.

References

These come from news, encyclopedia and travel pages and can be out of date. Confirm routes and times locally. Religious details should be checked with a qualified scholar.

Sources and review

Reviewed by the Makkah Madina Guide editorial team on 20 October 2026. Always check the latest rules with the Nusuk platform and the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, and ask a qualified scholar for religious rulings.