Anima (André Heller Garden)

Wasn't sure what to expect but after usual dirt track road this place was so quirky. Never seen anything quite like it. Lovely day out. Lots of sculptures and carvings. The gardens were beautiful. Nice cafe, reasonable prices. Cute little shop too. Highly recommend for a relaxing and quiet few hours.

This place is enchanting! The calm energy and tranquility is totally mesmerising. The entire garden is beautiful and well established as it was built 10 years ago! The plants are thriving in the Moroccan climate, Andre Heller the artist who built it used plants from all over the world and has placed his amazing works of art amongst them!!! Definitely make an effort to get there, it's well worth it. They have a beautiful cafe with reasonably priced food too. Enjoy

Absolutely gorgeous garden - even in January! VERY impressed with the free minibus option. Easy to book in advance on the Anima Gardens website, all without paying or having to give credit card details - you only pay your entry to the garden on the day, when you arrive. The bus picks up from near the Koutoubia. Gorgeous rooftop cafe as well, with a spectacular view, and delicious food! I took the 9:30 bus there, and the 1pm bus back, which was a good amount of time to walk around the garden and relax, as well as time to get something to eat without rushing.

This is a gem. We found it by accident, scrolling on the map, and caught a bus there from Marrakesh (7.5 MAD each way - there are shuttles too). The garden is a series of delightful surprises and wit together with some wonderful cactuses and other plants. Having seen the YSL museum and Majorelle the day before I couldn’t resist comparing: visit both, both excellent, but I’d go back to this one. Bravo Andre Heller! (I did wonder whether there was a little bit of good-natured teasing of the Majorelle in some of the displays)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A magical escape just outside Marrakesh! Anima is an absolutely stunning place — a true oasis of art, nature, and tranquility. Created by André Heller, this garden is a masterpiece that beautifully combines lush greenery, colorful flowers, sculptures, and inspiring installations. Every corner feels like a new discovery, full of creativity and harmony. The atmosphere is peaceful and refreshing — a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh. You can wander for hours, take in the beauty, and simply let your mind unwind. The views of the Atlas Mountains in the background make it even more breathtaking. The café is also lovely — great coffee, delicious snacks, and a relaxing terrace surrounded by nature. The staff are friendly and welcoming, adding to the overall charm of the experience. Anima is not just a garden, it’s an experience — a must-visit for anyone who loves art, culture, and beauty.

Loved it! Beautiful! Wonderful! Peaceful! Inspring! and... and... and... located near busy Marrakesh it was such a pleasant stop - might spent the whole day there. One can walk and dissapear, appear, discover, forget - all at the same time. And than some good cup of drink on the rooftop terrace just takes ones breath away.

Visited late Feb 2026 with family. Fabulous planting, interesting artworks, good cafe with amazing views of Atlas Mountains from the roof terrace. Age range 10-74 years, something for everyone.

Combination garden and outdoor art gallery. Some of the sculptures remind me of Dr. Seuss drawings, whimsical and colorful. You'll see a wide variety of plants, trees and sculpture styles, like walking through an eclectic gallery.