In 1994, a little show called Friends hit our TV screens by storm.
After ten seasons, over 200 episodes and countless iconic shenanigans (need we mention PIVOT!), this decade-long American sitcom, featuring the beloved characters Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler and Ross, truly won our hearts.
Relive the laughs by visiting famed London filming locations that set the scene for that famous moment Ross said the wrong name at the alter (awkward!).
1. Westminster Abbey
Right off the bat, we’re heading to one of the most famous London landmarks on this list, Westminster Abbey. Described by Joey as ‘hands down the best abbey he’s ever seen’, Westminster Abbey is the first stop on Joey and Chandler’s sightseeing tour at the start of ‘The One with Ross’s Wedding’.
Later, Joey returns to Westminster only to bump into the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson AKA ‘Fergie’. The pair then chat as the Duchess makes an iconic appearance on Joey’s camcorder video.
2. London Marriot Hotel
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Next up, we’ve got one of the first London filming locations spotted in ‘The One with Ross’ Wedding’. After the gang arrives in London, Joey and Chandler decide to head out sightseeing and can be seen walking out of the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square in Mayfair.
As first-timers in the capital, Joey whips out his homemade map featuring miniature pop-up London landmarks. The scene ends with Joey frequently losing his bearings and having to ‘go into the map’.
3. Wapping High Street
Situated in East London, this dockside spot sets the scene for the unpleasant complication to Ross’ wedding plans. Ross, Monica and Emily can be seen walking down Wapping High Street to discover the couple’s dream wedding venue has been tragically torn down a week ahead of schedule!
There’s plenty to explore in this quaint district of East London. Discover picturesque views of London’s docks, charming riverside pubs and even a food market or two.
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4. Trinity Place
Midway through the episode, Joey and Chandler can be seen in Trinity Square Gardens. This scenic spot overlooks the Tower of London and is just a short walk from Tower Bridge.
In the scene, the duo chat with a friendly street vendor (played by billionaire businessman Sir Richard Branson) as he sells novelty London souvenirs and wacky Union Jack headwear. To Chandler’s dismay, Joey falls in love with this quirky memorabilia, causing an embarrassed Chandler to storm off and fall into a flower stall.
5. Tower Bridge
In the end credits, Joey and Chandler get up to even more shenanigans on an open-top bus tour. While not all London filming locations can be determined in this montage, the pair are famously seen heading over the historic Tower Bridge.
Clearly, Chandler wasn’t the biggest fan of London life, especially after a fellow bus passenger coughs all over the duo!
6. The Wheatsheaf
And finally, while this London spot isn’t technically seen in the episode, it is mentioned by the gang upon their return to the Big Apple. Once back in New York, Joey, Chandler and Monica are seen recounting their time in London to Phoebe. In particular, the trio mentions a pub they were taken to by a quirky cab driver, the Wheatsheaf.
Fans have speculated this is The Wheatsheaf in Fitzrovia. A central London pub full of personality, The Wheatsheaf is your traditional London boozer steeped in history, serving British classics and a rotating selection of craft beers and ales.
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