🕌 Mosques & Prayer Locations
Seattle has a welcoming Muslim community with several mosques across the city. All mosques welcome visitors regardless of ethnicity or background. No membership required.
Prayer times change daily based on sunrise/sunset. Current approximate times (verify at mosque):
- Fajr: ~5:30 AM
- Dhuhr: ~12:00 PM
- Asr: ~2:30 PM
- Maghrib: ~4:45 PM (varies by season)
- Isha: ~6:15 PM
🌟 Major Mosques for Visitors
MAPS - Muslim Association of Puget Sound (DOWNTOWN)
MAPS is a leader in the Puget Sound area, offering five daily prayers in congregation. Very welcoming to visitors and tourists. Interfaith activities and community programs available.
📍 View on Maps 🌐 Visit WebsiteIdris Mosque (Northgate)
Beautiful mosque with traditional Arabesque design. Open to all Muslims regardless of background. Offers all five daily prayers and educational programs. Two Friday prayer sessions to accommodate crowds.
📍 View on Maps 🌐 Visit WebsiteDowntown Muslim Association
Unique mosque located inside a church - example of Seattle's interfaith cooperation. Very convenient for those staying downtown.
📍 View on Maps📍 Other Islamic Centers
Islamic Center of Eastside
Islamic Center of Federal Way
Omar Bin Al-Khattab Islamic Center
🕌 Friday Prayer (Jummah) Tips
- Arrive 15-20 minutes early on Fridays - mosques get crowded
- Most mosques have two Friday sessions to accommodate everyone
- Bring your own prayer mat if possible (some mosques provide them)
- Dress modestly - long pants and shirts for men
- Women's prayer areas are available at all major mosques
- Parking can be limited on Fridays - consider public transit or rideshare
- Wudu (ablution) facilities available at all mosques
🙏 Other Prayer Spaces
Airport Prayer Room
Sea-Tac Airport has an interfaith prayer/meditation room available 24/7. Located near the center of the terminal after security.
Hotels
Many hotels can arrange a quiet room for prayer upon request. Ask at the front desk.
University of Washington
The UW campus has Muslim prayer spaces available. Check with the Muslim Student Association.
📱 Helpful Prayer Apps
- Muslim Pro - Prayer times, Qibla direction, nearby mosques
- Athan Pro - Accurate prayer times for Seattle
- Qibla Finder - Find prayer direction from anywhere
- PrayerTimes.us - Web-based prayer calendar for Seattle
The Qibla direction from Seattle is approximately 17° North of East (Northeast direction)
👥 Muslim Community Info
Seattle has a thriving Muslim community of over 100,000 people. The community is very diverse and welcoming to visitors. Key points:
- All mosques welcome visitors - no membership or registration needed
- Khutbah (Friday sermon) is usually in English at most mosques
- Many mosques offer free iftar during Ramadan
- Islamic schools and weekend programs available for families
- Halal meat shops near most major mosques
- Active WhatsApp/social media groups for the Muslim community
📞 Important Contacts
Washington State Chapter - CAIR
Council on American-Islamic Relations
Islamic Services
For janazah (funeral) services or emergency religious needs, contact any major mosque above.