ANIMA Garden Tours
ANIMA Garden, a fantasy landscape of exotic plants and quirky installations framed by the Atlas Mountains, is the brainchild of Austrian multimedia artist André Heller. Besides over 250 different plant species, works by the likes of Keith Haring and Pablo Picasso deck the 5-acre (2-hectare) grounds. There’s also a museum and a café.
The Basics
Tickets for the ANIMA Garden, also known as the André Heller Garden, are priced towards the higher end of Moroccan attractions, but are moderate by European standards. Local residents and children aged 12–16 pay half price; under-12s get in free. Tickets include shuttle-bus transfers from downtown Marrakech, so many travelers visit independently. A popular tour option combines ANIMA Garden with a waterfall hike through the scenic Ourika Valley, a few miles farther south.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
The ANIMA Garden is located about 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of downtown Marrakech. Ticket prices include a shuttle-bus transfer from a stop behind the Koutoubia Mosque and its gardens, about a half-mile (800-meter) walk west of Djemaa el Fna. The bus runs three times a day for much of the year, but only once a day in July and August. For more flexibility, consider a private tour.
When to Get There
ANIMA Garden is open from morning until early evening seven days a week all year round, but closes over the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha holiday periods. (These follow the Islamic calendar and can fall at different times of year.) The gardens are magical year-round but particularly special in spring, when the flowers are blooming but the Atlas are still streaked with snow.
The Best Gardens to Visit in Marrakech
Amid all the dust and chaos, Marrakech boasts some world-class gardens. Modern-art lovers and Instagrammers will adore ANIMA Garden, but don’t miss the Majorelle Garden (Jardin Majorelle). Once owned by designer Yves Saint Laurent, it’s a desert delight that dates back to the 1920s. Another great choice is Le Jardin Secret, a traditional Islamic garden set in a historic riad (courtyard mansion).
The Basics
Tickets for the ANIMA Garden, also known as the André Heller Garden, are priced towards the higher end of Moroccan attractions, but are moderate by European standards. Local residents and children aged 12–16 pay half price; under-12s get in free. Tickets include shuttle-bus transfers from downtown Marrakech, so many travelers visit independently. A popular tour option combines ANIMA Garden with a waterfall hike through the scenic Ourika Valley, a few miles farther south.
Things to Know Before You Go
- ANIMA Garden is a must for anyone who loves art, gardens, or photography.
- Most of the works at ANIMA are by Heller himself, but there is a smattering of work by big-name artists and upcoming Moroccan talent.
- It’s worth stopping by at the café for an herbal tea made with ingredients grown in the garden.
- Wheelchair access to the garden is extremely limited.
How to Get There
The ANIMA Garden is located about 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of downtown Marrakech. Ticket prices include a shuttle-bus transfer from a stop behind the Koutoubia Mosque and its gardens, about a half-mile (800-meter) walk west of Djemaa el Fna. The bus runs three times a day for much of the year, but only once a day in July and August. For more flexibility, consider a private tour.
When to Get There
ANIMA Garden is open from morning until early evening seven days a week all year round, but closes over the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha holiday periods. (These follow the Islamic calendar and can fall at different times of year.) The gardens are magical year-round but particularly special in spring, when the flowers are blooming but the Atlas are still streaked with snow.
The Best Gardens to Visit in Marrakech
Amid all the dust and chaos, Marrakech boasts some world-class gardens. Modern-art lovers and Instagrammers will adore ANIMA Garden, but don’t miss the Majorelle Garden (Jardin Majorelle). Once owned by designer Yves Saint Laurent, it’s a desert delight that dates back to the 1920s. Another great choice is Le Jardin Secret, a traditional Islamic garden set in a historic riad (courtyard mansion).
Address: Douar Sbiti Ourika, Marrakech, Morocco
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Anima Garden Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket
Pre-book tickets to ANIMA Garden to explore an artist-designed world of winding paths, aromatic flowers, and art installations. Securing ANIMA Garden tickets in advance is a time-saving way to ensure a stress-free arrival at the garden, where you can enjoy a quiet escape from city noise, check out artwork with a dramatic mountain backdrop, or sip a drink at the onsite café.
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Anima Garden Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket
Pre-book tickets to ANIMA Garden to explore an artist-designed world of winding paths, aromatic flowers, and art installations. Securing ANIMA Garden tickets in advance is a time-saving way to ensure a stress-free arrival at the garden, where you can enjoy a quiet escape from city noise, check out artwork with a dramatic mountain backdrop, or sip a drink at the onsite café.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Visit The Magical Anima Garden & Imlil Valley Guided Day Trip From Marrakech
Experience the Magical Anima Garden & Atlas mountains to see stunning landscapes and some of the most beautiful rivers, mountains, and waterfalls in Morocco. On this tour, we will enjoy the drive to Asni Valley with the opportunity to visit the magical Anima gardens where nature & art meet. Along the journey, we will get to learn about the culture in the region of imlil with a stop at one of the Berber villages.
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Visit Magical Anima Garden and Imlil Valley Guided Day Trip From Marrakech
Escape Marrakech to the Atlas mountains to see stunning landscapes and some of the most beautiful rivers, mountains, and waterfalls in Morocco. On this tour, we will enjoy the drive to Imlil Valley with the opportunity to visit the magical Anima gardens where nature & art meet. Along the journey, we will get to learn about the culture in the region of Imlil with a stop at one of the Berber villages.
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Full-Day Trip From Marrakech To Visit the Magical Anima Garden & Imlil Valley
Escape Marrakech to the Atlas mountains to see stunning landscapes and some of the most beautiful rivers, mountains, and waterfalls in Morocco. On this tour, we will enjoy the drive to Asni Valley with the opportunity to visit the magical Anima gardens where nature & art meet. Along the journey, we will get to learn about the culture in the region of imlil with a stop at one of the Berber villages.
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Gardens Tours from Marrakech , Anima Garden Majorelle Garden and menara garden
We will pick you up from your accommodation in marrakech at 09 am , directly to discover Majorelle the blue magical garden in heart of marrakech you will discover the beauty and artist's landscape by Yves Saint Laurent's , and after to Menara Garden are botanical gardens located to the west of Marrakech, near the Atlas Mountains you enjoy the views of the olives tree and the nice views of pasin and when you finish you take the road to the best part of this experience Anima garden the magical sucret placef sensuality, of wonder, of contemplation, of joy, of healing, and of inspiration. For people of all ages who want to experience the unforgettable. Experience Paradise,You have to see it to believe it!
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Visit the Magical Anima Gardens & Ourika Valley
Escape Marrakech to the Atlas mountains to see stunning landscapes and some of the most beautiful rivers, mountains, and waterfalls in Morocco. On this tour, we will enjoy the drive to Ourika Valley with the opportunity to visit the magical Anima gardens where nature & art meet. Along the journey, we will get to learn about the culture in the region of Ourika with a stop at one of the Berber villages.
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Marrakech Tour Gardens Majorelle, Menara & Anima Gardens
explore the intriguing history of the prestigious Majorelle Garden, learn about its French-influenced architecture & connection to the iconic French designer Yves Saint Laurent, amble along shady lanes, discover exotic plants of dreamy origin, walk past refreshing, burbling streams and pools filled with water lilies and lotus flowers.
Menara Gardens, one of Morocco’s most attractive tourist sites, especially to attract local visitors to enjoy the attractive nature and escape the summer temperatures.
In Marrakech, there is a very popular place, for locals and foreigners . The gardens of Menara offer a great attraction and a refreshing comfort as a privileged place to welcome the guests while enjoying the beautiful Moroccan atmosphere.
Anima gardens Universal artist André Heller's opulent, two-hectare botanical staging is a magical place of sensuality, of wonder, of contemplation, of joy, of healing, and of inspiration. For people of all ages who want to experience the unforgettable.
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Price varies by group size
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Majorelle Garden, Menara and Anima gardens & Camel Ride Private Tour
You are in Marrakech so you must definitely visit the most famous gardens. During this private half day tour to Majorelle, Menara & Anima Garden your friendly, multilingual driver will pick you up from your hotel (or other address). Explore the intriguing history of the prestigious Majorelle Garden, learn about its French-influenced architecture and connection to the iconic French designer Yves Saint Laurent. Then Menara Gardens who offer a great attraction and a refreshing comfort as a privileged place to welcome the guests while enjoying the beautiful Moroccan atmosphere. Finally we go along the surrounding wall direction Ourika/Oukaimeden. After 27 km, Anima gardens, André Heller's opulent, two-hectare botanical staging is a magical place of sensuality, of wonder, of contemplation, of joy, of healing, and inspiration. For people of all ages who want to experience the unforgettable.
Then you have 30 minutes camel riding in front of the Great Atlas Mountains
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Day trip to the Atlas Mountains
When it comes to the perfection of the quality of service. We are committed to deal with our clients with hight standards. Because they deserve a royal traitemnet. We offer you a bespoke professional drivers to escort you and show the beauty of the Atlas Mountains.
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Private day trip from Marrakech to Ourika Valley with Setti Fatma Waterfalls
Escape the commotion of Marrakech and enjoy the scenery of the Ourika Valley in Morocco’s Atlas foothills on this private day trip. Aboard a private vehicle with a personal driver-guide, trace the river valley through Berber villages and orchards. Visit Setti Fatma to relax, eat, or enjoy an optional guided trek to its waterfalls; and call at a saffron farm to learn how Morocco’s ‘red gold’ is cultivated. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
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Full Day Marrakech Gardens Tour-The Gate Of Heaven
Journey through historic gardens and hidden green spaces on this Marrakech Gardens Tour. Nick named, "the rose among the palms," one of Marrakech’s best kept secrets is its deeply rooted traditions of gardens and green spaces. Marrakech has long been sought after by garden enthusiasts and garden designers for its' centuries-old Andalusian, Art Deco and Moorish gardens. Our Tailor Made, Gardens of Marrakech Tour is perfect for garden enthusiasts, gardens designers, artists, architects and those seeking inspiration from Marrakech’s splendid green heritage.
Our Marrakech Gardens Tour is designed around your specific interests. It offers the opportunity to explore gardens from both a historic and cultural perspective. Garden enthusiasts will discover a wide range of botanical gardens, drought-tolerant gardens, landscape agardens along with the unique flora and fauna of the region.
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Valley & Garden
A refreshing day trip to a magic valley where the plains will give way to the green valleys, gorges, rivers, groves of peach, almond and walnut trees, snow-capped peaks of the High Atlas Mountains and traditional mud-built Berber villages. Visit of Anima garden, a space designed by multimedia artist André Heller. Surprising sculptures of magical characters are hidden amongst the shady pathways and flowerbeds filled with wildflowers, cacti, water features, palm trees and tall grass.
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Desert Sunset Camel Ride With Free Tea in The Desert Camp
Enjoy a relaxing sunset camel ride just outside Marrakech during this half-day tour. Head to the Agafay Desert Camp just outside of Marrakech for your 2-hour camel ride through the desert. After your ride, enjoy a delicious Moroccan dessert and tea at the camp before heading back to the bustling city.
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