Central Dates Market

An affordable price for a kilo dates for your souvenire. You even can try the dates for free as long as you try it in the shop (not bring it home). The sellers were soooo friendly and nice. They sell many variety of delicious dates. I really miss shopping here. InshaaAllah will return here soon :")

Cheaper than the dates farm. So cheap here! Closer to the grand mosque too. So many seller try to drag you. Dont talk to them. Just ignore them. And be sure youre around when they weigh your dates. And try your dates too. Youll get a good price for more. Choose wisely. And be aware of the packed things where they packed from.

All types of dates available at low cost and the prices are negotiable. We can taste a sample and buy what we need. All sellers approaching in good manner. Badam, Cashew, Pista, Dry Grapes, Chocolates, etc available. We found 1 Indian(Tamil )Shop , all kinds of dates available. Shop number is 25.

The city of Medina is famous for its dates and those visiting the city should definitely visit the Date Market when here. Saudi Arabia as a whole is the second largest producer of dates in the world, however most visitors to the country tend to buy their dates in Medina as it is of a high quality. The famous Central Date Market; also known as Souq Al Tumor, is a major attraction among visitors to Medina as Medina dates are known worldwide. Those visiting the market will find over 150 kinds of dates available for sale. Located a short distance away from Masjid al-Nabawi, a visit to the market is highly recommended for those who are interested in getting a selection of the world renowned dates to take back home.

Good choice, but be prepared to bargain, worth checking few stores before deciding. If you are thinking of parceling the dates, there is a Saudi Post office near by. Check postage cost with the post office.

According to season, prices change. In Ramadan and Haj season the prices are very high. I bought on 27th April 2019 and got mubroom 30 SR, Ajwa 50 SR, Amber 40 SR. ⚠️⚠️ Be careful while buying dates because sometimes seller will give you dates with worms insides and sometimes old cold storage and humid dates.

A wide ranges of dates. You can find good dates but need to bargaining and visit and check rates more than 3 shops.

Bust market for purchasing dates near to gate no 16&17 price are much economical have to bargain gate no 16&17 are near to Islamic museum and next to Abu Bakar mosque