Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira: Ziyarat by Private Car
Jabal al-Nour is the mountain where the Cave of Hira is found, the place where the first revelation came to the Prophet ﷺ. The Hira Cultural District at its foot has a museum and visitor facilities. It is about 5 km from the Haram in Makkah, and a private car with a waiting driver costs from SAR 240.
- Distance
- 5 km
- Allow
- 3 h
- From
- SAR 240
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Visiting Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira
جبل النور وغار حراء
- Distance
- 5 km
- Allow
- 3 h
- Best time
- Early morning
Tips from our drivers
- The climb is steep and most visitors take 45 to 90 minutes to reach the cave.
- Go after Fajr or in the late afternoon to avoid the heat.
- Elderly visitors can stay at the Hira Cultural District while others climb.
Ways to book this visit
| Return taxi with waiting, economy sedan | SAR 240 |
| Hourly chauffeur, 4 hours, add nearby sites | SAR 320 |
| Family van, 4 hours, up to 11 people | SAR 600 |
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Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira: FAQ
How far is Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira from the Haram in Makkah?
Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira is about 5 km by road from the Haram in Makkah. Most visitors allow 3 h at the site.
How much is a taxi to Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira?
A private car with the driver waiting costs from SAR 240. For a longer tour that adds Mina and Masjid Aisha (Al-Tan'eem), book an hourly chauffeur from SAR 80 per hour, 3-hour minimum.
When is the best time to visit Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira?
Early morning. The climb is steep and most visitors take 45 to 90 minutes to reach the cave.
Can elderly family members visit Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira?
Yes. We drop as close as vehicles are allowed and offer wheelchair-accessible vans. Tell us when you book so we send the right vehicle.
Book your visit to Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira
From SAR 240 per car, driver waits at the site.