Monica’s apartment. The orange couch. The fountain from the opening credits. Ross and Rachel’s Vegas wedding. The iconic purple door. Replica props, original costumes, behind-the-scenes content, and Vegas-exclusive experiences built specifically for this location. The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Vegas is now open at MGM Grand and it is exactly what it sounds like.
The Show Set Two Episodes Here. Now You Can Step Inside Them.
The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Vegas opened at MGM Grand in July 2025, inside The District at MGM Grand adjacent to the Grand Garden Arena at 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd. It is the permanent flagship of the FRIENDS Experience, voted one of USA Today’s 10 Best New Attractions and featured in CNN’s 12 Best Immersive Experiences around the world. Las Vegas was a deliberate choice for the flagship, the city holds a specific place in the FRIENDS universe as the setting for some of the show’s most memorable episodes, including “The One in Vegas” two-part season five finale where the characters make some of their most chaotic decisions.
“More than 30 years ago, we created a show about that unique time in every twenty-something’s life when your friends become your family,” said co-creator Kevin S. Bright at the opening. “We never could have imagined the global impact ‘Friends’ would have after all these years and, while New York was home, Las Vegas holds a special place. It’s where the cast first bonded and where the characters made some unforgettable choices. Those episodes captured the spirit, spontaneity and heart of the show.”
What You Walk Through Inside
The experience runs approximately 60 minutes from start to finish and moves through a series of fully realized set recreations, each designed to be interactive and photographable. Every major location from the show is represented, built to the scale and detail of the original sets with original props, replica costumes, and behind-the-scenes content woven throughout. The Las Vegas location adds exclusive experiences built specifically for this flagship that are not available at any other FRIENDS Experience location.
Set Recreations Include:
- Monica’s Apartment: the full living room and kitchen set, with the iconic purple door, the yellow frame around the peephole, and the couch positioned exactly as it appeared on screen for 10 seasons
- Central Perk: the coffeehouse where every conversation happened, with the orange couch, the counter, and the full cafe environment rebuilt for photos and interaction
- The Fountain: the fountain from the opening credits of every episode, recreated for the full opening sequence photo moment
- Ross and Rachel’s Vegas Wedding: a recreation of the chapel scene from the season five finale, the most Vegas-specific set in the entire experience
- Behind-the-Scenes Content: interviews, production photos, script pages, and exclusive content from the making of the show displayed throughout the experience
The retail store at the exit carries hundreds of FRIENDS-branded products including exclusive Las Vegas-only merchandise not available anywhere else. The store is open to all guests including non-ticketed visitors who want to shop without purchasing an experience ticket.
Tickets, Packages, and What Each One Includes
| Ticket Type | Price | What Is Included |
|---|---|---|
| Adult General Admission | From $40 | Full experience access. Approximately 60 minutes. All set recreations and behind-the-scenes content. |
| Children (Ages 4 to 12) | From $30 | Full experience access. Must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older. |
| Children Under 3 | Free | No ticket required when accompanied by a parent or guardian. |
| Bachelorette Package | $45 per person | Complete photo package (all digitals and 6 prints), themed shot glass, themed keychain. Ideal for groups. |
| Lobster Package | $99 per person | Complete photo package (all digitals and 6 prints), exclusive The One Where We Got Engaged t-shirts (2), Mr. Rachel and Mrs. Ross shot glass set, keychain set, and mustache temporary tattoo set. The most complete package available. |
Book tickets at friendstheexperience.com/vegas. Online booking is recommended to secure your preferred time slot and avoid any wait at the door. The retail store and themed food and beverage offerings are available to non-ticketed guests at no charge.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit
The experience is genuinely fun for any level of FRIENDS fan. Casual viewers get the photo moments and the set recreations. Serious fans get the behind-the-scenes content, the prop detail, and the Easter eggs embedded throughout the experience that reward careful attention. Families are welcome and all ages are accommodated, children 3 and under enter free and guests 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The experience is approximately 60 minutes at a comfortable pace. You can move faster or slower depending on how much time you want to spend at each set.
The FRIENDS Experience is located inside The District at MGM Grand, a shopping and dining complex connected to the main casino at MGM Grand. The MGM Grand Monorail station connects directly to the resort from the Las Vegas Monorail system. Free tram service between Bellagio, ARIA, and Park MGM puts the experience within a short walk from several mid-Strip hotels. Parking is available in the MGM Grand self-park garage off Tropicana Avenue.
The Full IYKYK Breakdown
| Topic | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Address | The District at MGM Grand, 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Adjacent to the Grand Garden Arena inside the MGM Grand complex. |
| Hours | Open daily 11am to 8pm. Last entry at 7pm. |
| Tickets | Adults from $40. Children ages 4 to 12 from $30. Children under 3 free. Book at friendstheexperience.com/vegas. |
| Duration | Approximately 60 minutes at a comfortable pace. Self-guided throughout. |
| Sets Inside | Monica’s Apartment, Central Perk, The Fountain, Ross and Rachel’s Vegas Wedding chapel, and behind-the-scenes content throughout. |
| Las Vegas Exclusives | Vegas-specific experiences and merchandise not available at other FRIENDS Experience locations. Exclusive Las Vegas-only retail items at the exit store. |
| Packages | Bachelorette Package $45 (photo package, shot glass, keychain). Lobster Package $99 (full photo package, exclusive t-shirts, glassware, keychains, and tattoo set). |
| Retail Store | Open to all guests including non-ticketed visitors. Hundreds of FRIENDS products including Las Vegas-exclusive merchandise. |
| Ages | All ages welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older. Children 3 and under free with parent or guardian. |
| Getting There | MGM Grand Monorail station on site. Free tram from Bellagio, ARIA, and Park MGM nearby. Self-parking in MGM Grand garage off Tropicana Ave. Rideshare to MGM Grand main entrance is easiest from the Strip. |
| Accolades | USA Today 10 Best New Attractions. CNN 12 Best Immersive Experiences in the World. Permanent flagship location. |
