Date Farms and Palm Gardens in Madinah: 5 Best Places (2026)
Four date farms and palm gardens and one palm-grove cafe in Madinah, with hours, entry fees, Ajwa prices and visitor notes.
Ajwa and Mabroom dates are the classic gift from Madinah, and many visitors prefer to buy them where they grow: on a farm, with a cup of coffee under the palms and a place for children to walk. Several farms and gardens work in the evenings, and some are only a short taxi ride from the Prophet’s Mosque.
We compared ratings, entry fees, prices where visitors mention them and recurring complaints. Data was checked on 11 October 2026.
Al Marbad Farm
Family date farm in Madinah with a bird house, petting zoo and cafes; closed on Fridays.
- Hours: Sat–Thu 16:30–23:00; Fri closed
- Address: 6168 طريق علي بن ابي طالب, Al Ihn, Madinah 42316
- To the Prophet's Mosque: 3.3 km in a straight line
Kaylah Cafe
Breakfast cafe inside a palm farm in Madinah: Madinah breakfast, labneh, karak tea.
- Hours: Sat–Thu 05:00–12:00, 17:30–01:30; Fri 05:00–11:30, 17:30–01:30
- Address: داخل مزرعة واحة النخيل, Al Hijrah Rd, Al Jumuah, Madinah 41422
- To the Prophet's Mosque: 3.0 km in a straight line
Reef Al Bustan Garden
Quiet palm garden park in Madinah with fountains, date shops and kids' rides; entry 5 SAR.
- Hours: Sat–Wed 17:00–01:30; Thu–Fri 17:00–02:30
- Address: King Abdullah Branch Rd, Madinah 42321
- To the Prophet's Mosque: 3.3 km in a straight line
Karaneef Al Nakheel
Calm palm farm north of Madinah with fresh food and a family-friendly setting.
- Address: 8110 Uthman Ibn Affan Road, Madinah 42333
- To the Prophet's Mosque: 14.5 km in a straight line
Aryaf Taibah Dates Farm
Date farm in Al Uyun, Madinah: fresh dates, Arabic-style cafes and kids' rides.
- Hours: Sat–Wed 16:00–01:30; Thu–Fri 16:00–02:00
- Address: Unnamed Road, Al'uyun, Madinah 42331
- To the Prophet's Mosque: 4.1 km in a straight line
Tips
- Come after sunset in summer; most places open in the late afternoon or evening.
- Bring cash: at Aryaf Taibah visitors say card payment is often unavailable.
- Ask the price per kilogram and compare two stalls before buying; reviews mention about 55 SAR/kg for Ajwa and about 50 SAR/kg for Mabroom.
- Al Marbad Farm is closed on Fridays; plan another day or choose Reef Al Bustan, which stays open late.
- With children, choose Al Marbad or Reef Al Bustan: both have a bird house, and children’s rides are paid separately.
Questions and answers
How much do Ajwa dates cost on a farm?
Visitors mention about 55 SAR per kilogram for Ajwa and about 50 SAR for Mabroom at Aryaf Taibah. Prices change by season, so ask on site.
Is there an entry fee?
Reef Al Bustan charges 5 SAR for entry and 15 SAR for the bird house. Al Marbad and Karaneef Al Nakheel are visited as cafes and farms; check the current fee on site.
Can I bring the dates home?
Dates are usually allowed in luggage; keep them in closed packaging and check your airline’s rules before the flight.