The Africa Centre Centre, including the bar and restaurant will be closed from Monday 23rd December 2024 to Monday 6th January 2025. During this time some staff may be working from home but please expect a delay in our response. 

From everyone at The Africa Centre we wish you, family and friends a peaceful end to 2024 and a positive start to 2025.

Opening times are as follows:

Monday - Our main site is closed but staff are working 10am to 6pm and we hold occassional events and can host your venue bookings!

Tuesday Little Baobab restaurant and Maquis Bar is open between 12pm and 3pm. The Centre is closed but we hold occasional events and can host your venue bookings. 

Wednesday to Saturday - 10am to 10pm (exhibitions close from 6pm) 

Sunday - 10am to 6pm (exhibitions close from 4pm) 

The Centre has a restaurant and bar onsite.  

Little Baobab Restaurant is open:

Tuesday 12-3pm
Wednesday – Saturday 12-3pm and 6-10pm
Sunday 12-6pm

The bar space is operated by Maquis and is open from 12pm on Wednesday to Sunday, and 12pm to 3pm on Tuesdays

Generally, our shows and events will have different start and end times so always make sure to check specific event pages to confirm details of any events you've booked. If not sure, contact us at: [email protected]

By Phone

You can call us at +44 (0) 208 004 6436. We have a small team so please leave a message if you're not able to reach us. Thank you!

Visiting Us

When planning your travel, make sure to check the event times against TfL's Journey Planner or Citymapper for the latest travel updates and times.

How to find us:

  • By Tube: Closest stations are Southwark (Jubilee line) and Borough (Northern line), both a short walk away.
  • By Train: Waterloo Station is around a 10-minute walk from the Centre.
  • By Bus: Bus routes 45, 63, and 100 stop nearby.

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