Institut francais d Ecosse

A cultural centre promoting French language and French culture in Edinburgh and in Scotland and part of the wider Institut Français network around the world.

About Institut francais d Ecosse

	Institut français d'Ecosse West Parliament Square, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1RF
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A little corner of France in the heart of Edinburgh!

The French Institute in Edinburgh is a cultural centre promoting French language and French culture in Edinburgh and in Scotland and part of the wider Institut Français network around the world.

Here at the Institut français, at the heart of Edinburgh, we offer French courses, talks, live music and theatre performances, film screenings, library collections, kid's activities, and festivals!

Promoting cross-cultural exchange since 1946.

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Upcoming Events at Institut francais d Ecosse

Talks and Lectures

Festival of Europe

10th May 2025 - 11th May 2025

Institut francais d Ecosse, Edinburgh Old Town

Scotland's second international Festival of Europe takes place on May 10th and 11th at French Institute, Edinburgh. Come along for a fantastic weekend of discussion, art and socialising!

Family and Kids

Heure du conte ‘Observons la faune et la flore’

17th May 2025

Institut francais d Ecosse, Edinburgh Old Town

Come explore the magical world of flora and fauna with your little ones at the Institut français d'Ecosse on Saturday 17th May!

Dance

Bal Baroque

7th June 2025

Institut francais d Ecosse, Edinburgh Old Town

Step back in time and enjoy dances from the time of Louis XIV & Charles II at the Institut français d'Ecosse on Saturday 7th June!

Learning

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