Le Jardin Secret.

A place of serenity and calm in the middle of the souks.

A hidden gem in the medina.

Le Jardin Secret is a beautifully restored 19th-century palace complex in the Mouassine district of Marrakech.

An oasis with exotic plants and flowers where you can sit and enjoy calm, beautiful surroundings, listening to the birds in the trees.

There is a beautifully painted pergoda in the centre, for sitting in the shade.

Le Jardin Secret boasts two attractive large gardens. One containing plants from around the world, the other a traditional geometric Islamic garden.

It also has one of the highest towers in the medina with panoramic views.

There is a museum, a boutique, and two coffee shops on site for light refreshments.

Le Jardin Secret dates back 400 years ago to the Saadian dynasty and was left to decay before being discovered and renovated in the nineteenth century.

It is a perfect example of Islamic art and architecture, and you can read all about its history inside the museum.

The gardens are simply beautiful with Cacti, palm trees, and other exotic plants, flowers, and shrubs.

The sound of birdsong and the resident toads in the little pond allow you to feel like you’re a world away from the busy souks outside it’s walls.

As you wander around the tranquil gardens, you forget you are inside the busy medina, dodging motorcycles and donkey carts.

There are plenty of benches dotted around the gardens to sit and enjoy the tranquillity and beauty surrounding you.

To get the most peaceful experience from your visit, I suggest going early in the daytime before the gardens become too busy with other tourists.

Le Jardin Secret is located at,

121 Rue Mouassine

Marrakech 40030 Morocco.

Opening times may vary depending on the time of year.

It costs 100 dirhams to enter, and the gardens are wheelchair user-friendly.

The cafes have a good selection of sandwiches, pizzas, and salads.

They also serve hot and cold beverages, including juice, smoothies, tea, coffee, and delicious homemade cakes.