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Masar Makkah and Rua Al Madinah are two projects creating new districts for pilgrims beside Islam's holiest mosques, with hotels, homes, shops and walkways. They support Saudi Vision 2030's goal of welcoming many more Umrah visitors each year.
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At a glance
Each year millions of Muslims travel to Makkah for Hajj and Umrah, and most also visit the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah. Vision 2030 aims to welcome far more Umrah pilgrims each year, and these two projects add hotel rooms, homes and public space within walking distance of the two holy mosques, with care for comfort, accessibility and calm.
Both are part of Saudi Vision 2030 and are designed in respectful styles drawn from the architecture of each city.
Projects
A new district built around a long pedestrian and transit route leading toward the Grand Mosque, with hotels, homes, shops, prayer spaces and green walkways. It is opening in phases; individual hotel dates are confirmed by each operator. Only Muslims may enter Makkah.
Official site ↗A district of hotels, residences, markets and cultural spaces beside the Prophet's Mosque, with shaded walkways linking it to the mosque. Phase dates: To be confirmed.
Pilgrims can already choose from many fine hotels close to both mosques. See our guides to hotels near the Haram in Makkah, hotels near the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah and luxury Umrah and Hajj. Non-Muslim visitors are welcome in much of Madinah, including areas outside the central sanctuary.
Makkah and Madinah have special ownership rules for non-Saudis under the 2026 property law, generally limited to Muslims and set by the authorities. See our Saudi Arabia Luxury Real Estate and Premium Residency guide and speak with a licensed advisor.
Questions about Masar Makkah
No. Only Muslims may enter Makkah.
The district is opening in phases. Check each hotel's official site for its status.
Special rules apply under the 2026 law. Confirm eligibility with a licensed advisor.
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The places you discover as a guest are the places to own. Jeddah has designated zones for foreign buyers; ownership in Makkah is limited to Muslim individuals and Saudi companies.
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Checked October 2026. Prices and dates are approximate and can change. See our standard.