Hijaz Railway Museum
It is a place where you experience the rich history of Islamic Civilization under one roof.
About Hijaz Railway Museum
The museum is considered one of the historical tourist destinations in Madinah. It was established in 1419 AH, corresponding to 1998 AD, and was inaugurated by Prince Abdulmajeed ibn Abdulaziz. It is located on Omar ibn Al-Khattab St, King Abdulaziz Square in Anbariya. It is about 1,020 meters away from the Prophet’s Mosque.
Temporarily closed.
Out-of-Service Railway
The Hijaz Railway was built during the reign of Sultan Abdul Hamid II in 1908. The journey of the Levant, Asia and Anatolia pilgrims from Damascus to Madinah took 5 days by train, instead of the 40-day journey using traditional means. The railway lines became inoperative after they were destroyed in 1916 during World War I.
In 1419 AH, the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities restored and rehabilitated the station, turning it into a historical archaeological museum.
Historical Landmarks
The museum is an important historical institution. It showcases the history of Madinah from the pre-Islamic era through the present.
The museum also immortalizes the history of the Hijaz Railway and the great services it rendered to pilgrims and visitors of the Two Holy Mosques. Museum collections include 7 safes containing artifacts, in addition to ancient manuscripts written during the reign of King Abdulaziz, and numerous early Islamic inscriptions.
The museum consists of 19 galleries, exhibiting the history of Madinah from the pre-Islamic period through the modern era. It provides information on the Prophet, blessings and peace be upon him, his wives and offspring, the emigrants and helpers (ansar), etc. There are also seven artefact display halls.
The museum contains parts of the Hijaz train, including 12 carriages that have been renovated and turned into restaurants for visitors.
A Saudi Landmark
The Hijaz Railway Station has been transformed into an immortal historical and cultural landmark. It was turned into a museum of great historical and cultural value. The museum has been renovated and testifies to the history and civilization of the Kingdom.
The Museum Today
The museum is equipped with various services. Cultural events and festivals are also held at the museum.
Visitors can easily distinguish the wonderful traditional style of the museum and its surroundings in King Abdulaziz Square in Ambariya, and experience the past.
Visiting the Museum
The museum is open on Saturdays through Thursdays from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Entry is free. No reservation is required.
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