Huge news for Friends fans as new flagship attraction opens in London this year (2024)

UK BASED Friends fans have a brand new attraction to get excited about this year.

TheFriendsExperience is opening inLondon and will be the first UK flagship location of the popular tourist spot.

The experience is inspired by the globally loved TV series and allows fans to relive some of their favourite moments, while also putting themselves in the famous sets.

Currently, there are two flagship Friends Experiences, including one in New York and another in Boston.

Others have toured around the world in various different cities, but for the first time it will be pitching up full-time outside of the USA.

The Friends Experience will be making London its long-term home this August, in a brand-new, purpose-built location at the ExCeL.

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The new attraction will be open in time to celebrateFriends'30th anniversary, which will be coming later this year.

TheFriendsExperience: The One in London promises to "bring fans one step closer to their favourite show and characters" with full-scalere-created sets, backdrops, costumes, props and memorabilia.

It will feature a variety of nostalgia-packed, interactive set re-creations, allowing visitors to explore the show’s history and re-create some of their favourite scenes.

Included in those areRachel and Monica’s famous purple door, Chandler and Joey’s recliners and the legendary orangesofa.

There will alsobe fun behind-the-scenes aspects for guests to explore, including insight from the show’s creators and storytelling from costume designers.

The experience also says it will transport Londoners to the Big Apple with a brand newFriendsStation, inspired by the show’s New York City setting and subway stations.

There, guests will be able to enjoy themed food and drinks, while immersing themselves in classic moments from the show and making the most of memorable photo opportunities.

Additionally, the London experience with feature exclusive attractions inspired by the show's famous London-based episodes, “The One with Ross’ Wedding Parts 1 & 2,” from the series’ fourth season.

Visitors will be able to step inside a recreated wedding scene at the semi-demolished church and engage with a 3D interpretation of Joey’s London map.

The FriendsExperience will of course also feature the show’s iconic coffee house, Central Perk, which has been fully re-created for fans to have a drink in.

Alongside every iconic set re-creation and photo opportunity, guests will also have the chance to visit a themed gift shop boasting exclusive merchandise.

Stacy Moscatelli, Chief Executive Officer of Original X Productions, said:“TheFriends Experience: The One in London marks a significant milestone as our second global flagship, continuing our expansion of this beloved attraction.

"As we celebrate the fifth anniversary of this much-loved experience and the 30th anniversary of the series, we’re thrilled to offer Londoners and visitors the chance to step inside the world of Friends and relive their favourite moments.

"We can’t wait to see everyone in the UK celebrate theirFriendsfandom.”

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