Retreat to the Beautiful Green Spaces in and Around Marrakesh

The hustle and bustle of Marrakesh can be a little overwhelming, but fear not, as there are many places to escape, relax, unwind and enjoy a calmer environment within a short drive of the city centre. In particular, Marrakesh’s beautiful parks and gardens are leading attractions of the city offering visitors a serene oasis, and we have listed the most notable below which are a must-visit when in Marrakesh.

Jardin Majorelle
This iconic little garden is the former residence and current resting place of Yves Saint Laurent and was originally created by renowned French painter Jacques Majorelle, resembling one large colourful painting. Consisting of 12 acres, Jardin Majorelle boasts exotic plants and trees from various corners of the world, scenic walking paths, waterways, fruit groves and bird species. You can book cheap flights to Marrakesh and discover this oasis for yourself.

Anima
This opulent botanical garden was created by Austrian artist André Heller and is nestled close by to the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. Discover shaded paths, trees and shrubs, wildflowers, plants and stunning views of the Atlas Mountains in this magical garden, as well as art exhibitions and sculptures, a quirky café and a gift shop. Anima is located outside of Marrakesh, but there are complimentary shuttles that take you here from the city centre.

Le Jardin Secret
Le Jardin Secret is a traditional garden with origins that date back to the Saadian Dynasty; it was rebuilt in the 19th century, so has an interesting history associated with it. This attractive garden comprises of a series of gardens and buildings, including Arab and Moroccan palaces, a tower with excellent vistas of the city, Islamic monuments, plants from all over the world in an exotic garden and a traditional Islamic garden.

La Mamounia Park
La Mamounia Hotel’s 20-acre park offers a serene haven with a peaceful, stunning setting. The garden is lined with thousands of rose bushes, ancient olive trees, fruit trees, exotic cactuses, palms and many other vibrant flowers and plants, as well as a 1,500 m2 vegetable garden. This unique and enchanting garden space will make you feel as though you’re a world away from the bustling city of Marrakesh.

Cyber Park
Cyber Park is a well maintained public garden that dates back to the 18th century, so is steeped in interesting history. The park has developed into an innovative spot with interactive kiosks offering free Wi-Fi, and there’s an air-conditioned cybercafé on-site; though this doesn’t take away the park’s ancient charm. Cyber Park has plenty of beautiful fountains, walkways, artworks, trees, plants and flowers, and makes for a perfect evening stroll.

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