UK BASED Friends fans have a brand new attraction to get excited about this year. The Friends Experience is opening in London 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.
The new attraction will be open in time to celebrate Friends' 30th anniversary, which will be coming later this year. The Friends Experience : The One in London promises to "bring fans one step closer to their favourite show and characters" with full-scale re-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 are Rachel and Monica’s famous purple door, Chandler and Joey’s recliners and the legendary orange sofa. There will also be fun behind-the-scenes aspects for guests to explore, including insight from the show’s creators and storytelling from .
