The gardens of Marrakech: green escapes in the red city
Behind its ochre walls, Marrakech hides a long tradition of gardens: shade, water and fragrance in the heart of a hot city.
Jardin Majorelle
The most famous, with its electric blue villa, cactus and bamboo. Go at opening time and book your tickets in advance.
The Menara
A vast olive grove around a large water basin and its pavilion, with the Atlas behind on clear days. A peaceful place for an evening walk.
Le Jardin Secret
In the middle of the Medina, a restored riad garden with an Islamic garden and an exotic garden: a cool, quiet pause between the souks.
Koutoubia and Agdal
The gardens around the Koutoubia mosque are perfect for a stroll at sunset, and the historic Agdal gardens stretch south of the old city with orchards and basins.
A garden of your own
At Dar Amna, 7,000 m² of olive groves, roses, rosemary paths and a fruit and vegetable garden are yours alone, 25 minutes from the city.
