French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF)
Language School
Upper East Side, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out New York and The New Yorker
"Best value for the money on french classes in the city"(2 Tips)
"beautiful library"(3 Tips)
"... I like even more the events like 1st Tuesdays where for $12 you can..."(2 Tips)
"Dress in layers."(2 Tips)
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- Brian SilvestryDecember 2, 2014I have taken classes here and enjoyed them but I like even more the events like 1st Tuesdays where for $12 you can drink wine and practice. If you are a member, it's free. Also the FIAF library!
Gilt CityJanuary 12, 2012FIAF offers more than 200 small-group adult classes tailored to every ability level, from beginner to expert; special courses with themes like literature, cinema and travel are also offered.
Lapo BKMay 23, 2018I’ve been taking french classes here for a year and am grateful for this well run institution: great teachers, beautiful library and many movies and other cultural events, all are budget friendly.
The New YorkerNovember 26, 2013On the Max Linder retrospective: “The series offers six of Linder’s prewar short films, which introduced his nimble antics, his suave charm, and his derring-do.” From Dec. 3 to Dec. 17, 2013. Read more
- Jamall RobinsonMarch 5, 2016Jamall Robinson born in Berkeley, California and raised in nearby Emeryville. He led a fairly normal life but had big dreams at a young age.
Great place to interact with other Francophones. Good library collection.
Time Out New YorkSeptember 13, 2010Perfect your croissant-ordering technique! The language classes offered here range from one-day workshops to 11 week courses.
Daniel KahnAugust 28, 2012You know you're at Alliance Francaise when everyone you see is dressed head to toe in black
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French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF)
22 E 60th St (btwn Madison & Park Ave)
New York, NY 10022
United States
New York, NY 10022
United States
FIAF is the leading French language and cultural center in the US & NYC's premiere destination for all things French.
Open until 6:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Fri
- 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(212) 355-6100
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