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About The Friends Experience in New York

Welcome to The Friends Experience in New York, a must-see immersive exhibit located in the Gramercy neighborhood. Spanning two levels, this experiential space recreates iconic Friends set pieces for a self-guided tour, with the beloved Central Perk Cafe on-site for feel-good moments and photo ops. The venue also offers turnkey private events for corporate gatherings, weddings, product launches, and more, with a standing capacity up to 275 attendees.

Whether you’re a die-hard Friendstaker or just in town for a unique activity, we’ve got you covered with practical details, transportation options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Venue Details: The Friends Experience sits at 130 E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010, in the Gramercy area. The public standing capacity is about 250, and private events can accommodate up to 275 standing. The space is designed for self-guided tours rather than traditional theater seating, though Central Perk Cafe offers comfortable seating for guests to relax and chat after their tour.

Getting There: Nearby transit options include the 6 subway at 23rd St, the R/W at 23rd St & Broadway, and multiple bus lines (M23, M101/M102/M103). For drivers, several private parking garages are conveniently located nearby as there is no on-site parking.

Nearby Accommodations: If you’re staying in the area, consider The New York EDITION (about 0.3 miles away at 5 Madison Ave) and The NoMad (near West 28th St) for stylish stays within easy reach of the venue.

Pro Tip: If you’re planning a private event, The Friends Experience offers turnkey services to help you host a memorable gathering in a distinctive NYC setting. For the best experience, secure your tickets and coordinate with our team for venue-only or package options.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 130 E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010 (Gramercy area).
  • Venue type: Immersive experiential exhibit; two levels featuring Friends set recreations, with Central Perk Cafe on-site.
  • Capacity: Public standing capacity around 250 (venue); private events up to 275 standing.
  • Seating chart: No formal seating chart published; space is designed for self-guided tours rather than traditional theater seating; cafe seating available in Central Perk Cafe.
  • Parking: There are several private parking garages nearby; no dedicated on-site parking.
  • Transit: Subway 6 to 23rd St; R/W to 23rd St & Broadway; multiple bus lines (M23, M101/M102/M103) stop nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: The New York EDITION at 5 Madison Ave (approx. 0.3 miles away); The NoMad at 1170 Broadway (near West 28th St).
  • Notable events hosted: The space is available for private venue buyouts (corporate events, weddings, product launches, etc.) with turnkey services; private-event capacity up to 275 standing.
  • Renaming/demolition: The venue operates as The FRIENDS Experience: The One in New York City; not demolished.