Welcome…

… to the Goethe-Institut London, Germany’s cultural institute operating worldwide. In 1962 we opened our doors in South Kensington and have grown to become a hub of ideas, support, education and exchange. To mark our 60th anniversary, we have a full programme of special events that will feature a variety of voices, ideas and opportunities. We look forward to welcoming you!

A group of people looking at an exhibition © Michael Friedel

Learn German

Experienced teaching ensures your success

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Learn German from the market leader. We offer German language courses and exams in over 90 countries.

Highly qualified German teachers and first-class learning materials
German courses for all levels
Internationally recognised language certificates

Events

Be part of live culture

Events

Come and Meet Us

Explore contemporary German culture in this open and diverse place where Europe and the rest of the world meet.

Library

Our library is a free public place for anyone and everyone to read, work, watch a film, listen to music or just take a coffee break

Visit our library

Open Haus

The Goethe-Institut London is offering free space for cultural practitioners and community groups in our South Kensington building.

Apply now

Cafe Berlin

Time for a chat, to eat and drink - “Stein’s Berlin” are part of our building and waiting to welcome you.

Join Cafe Berlin

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Teaching German

Our offices in London and Glasgow are committed to high-quality in-service training for German teachers. We offer free classroom materials, digital teaching programmes, training courses, scholarships and much more. Find out more about our offers and get in touch with our staff.

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Opening Hours

Mon–Fri:	08:30–19:00

Mon–Fri:	09:00–20:30
Sat:	09:00–17:00
Next "Open Samstag":	10.09.2022

Mo–Do:	10:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Fr:	10:00–13:00

Contact and opening hours

About us

We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. We convey a comprehensive image of Germany by providing information about cultural, social and political life in our nation. Our cultural and educational programmes encourage intercultural dialogue and enable cultural involvement. They strengthen the development of structures in civil society and foster worldwide mobility.