Anima Garden

Updated on October 1, 2026

On the Ourika road, some thirty kilometres from Marrakech, the Anima garden was designed by the Austrian artist André Heller. Across about three hectares, its paths combine exotic plants, palms, cacti and contemporary sculptures, with the Atlas peaks as a backdrop. A free shuttle from the medina lets you get there without a car, for a half-day visit.

Highlights

The planted paths

Palms, aloes, agaves and flowering beds follow one another along winding paths. Sculptures appear around the bends, such as this white head set on a column of stones. Allow 2 to 3 hours for the full circuit.

Faces in the greenery

Sculpted heads and masks appear among the foliage, at tree height. Take time to look up: many works only reveal themselves up close.

The colourful works

Painted silhouettes, cut-out birds and installations dot the lawns and orchards. The Café Paul Bowles serves fruit juices, teas and pastries made with produce from the garden.

Infos pratiques

Tips

Admission costs 140 MAD (about 14 €) for adults, 60 MAD for ages 12-16 and for residents of Morocco; it is free for children under 12 (prices observed in October 2026). Tickets are sold online and Visa and Mastercard are accepted. The free shuttle is for ticket holders only and must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance. Wheelchair access is limited to part of the garden.

How to get there

Free shuttle from the "Parking & Lavage" car park behind the Koutoubia Mosque: departure at 09:30, return from Anima at 13:00; departure at 14:30, return at 17:30. By car or taxi, take the Ourika road: after 27 km, pass the Total service station on the left, then turn right 1 km further at the Anima sign and follow the dirt track for 500 m. Address: Douar Sbiti, route d'Ourika.