Arsenal fans snap up tickets for ‘bucket list’ VIP experience that ‘takes your breath away’
Arsenal fans are buying tickets for a VIP ‘bucket list’ experience that makes a perfect Christmas present – and it starts at just £32.
Described as “a dream come true” for Gooners, the experience is in high demand as the gift-giving season approaches, and it’s not hard to see why.
Speaking about the outing on Reddit, one fan shared: “Really an ethereal experience, especially going out on the field.”
“I was able to go last November and it exceeded my expectations,” said another. “I loved it almost as much as watching a real match!”
Another said: “Seeing the pitch for the first time literally took my breath away.”
A fourth simply wrote: “Bucket list”.
So what are fans talking about the Arsenal Experience and how much does it cost? Find out everything you need to know below.
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Gunners fans are delighted with this unique experience (Getty Images)
What is the Arsenal VIP experience everyone is raving about?
As many of us start looking for Christmas presents, there has been a surge in demand for Arsenal’s iconic stadium tours and VIP Legend experiences.
Visitors will have the chance to walk in the footsteps of their heroes, with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Emirates Stadium.
A must-do for fans, a stadium tour includes access to everything from the player entrance to the press conference room and home dugout.
To find out more about your favorite club, you’ll use cutting-edge technology to listen to exclusive, never-before-seen comments from footballers. For an even more immersive experience, you can also use the interactive folder and the tour camera.
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What the stadium tour includes:
- Free entry to the Arsenal Museum
- Free Arsenal brand headphones
- The chance to take a souvenir photo with an iconic trophy (additional cost)
- The stadium tour route now includes the UEFA Champions League Women’s Trophy (if available)
Prices start from £32 and you can find out more here.
What is the Arsenal VIP Legend Experience?
If you really want to make a day of it, you can book the Arsenal VIP Legend Experience here.
The ultimate day for serious fans, you can choose your favorite legend from David Seaman, Ray Parlor and Lee Dixon.
Pitchside commentator Nigel Mitchell will tell personal stories about your VIP legend and you’ll have the chance to spend one-on-one time with your hero, while dining at the stadium’s Diamond Club.
You can also book the Legends Tour with Arsenal legends from both the men’s and women’s teams.
To the delight of fans, you can choose from legendary players including Charlie George, Nigel Winterburn and Perry Groves.
Speaking about the tour on Reddit, one fan shared: “I went on a Legends tour with Charlie George two weeks ago and it was way better than expected… He was really funny and definitely put on a show. He is very knowledgeable and answered all the questions on the tour.”
Another said: “I did the Legends Tour with Charlie George and would definitely recommend it if you are able to book it. It just adds so much more listening to a true club legend.”
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What the VIP Legend Tour includes:
- A four-hour tour and hospitality experience hosted by your chosen VIP legend and Arsenal on-field commentator, Nigel Mitchell
- Exclusive access to the television studios (not open to the public), as well as the directors’ entrance, directors’ box, Diamond Club, players’ entrance, home and away locker rooms, managers’ office, players’ tunnel, home dugout, flash interview rooms, press conference room and media lounge
- A hot buffet lunch at the exclusive Diamond Club with unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks
- One-on-one meeting with your VIP legend, plus a photoshoot and signing session
- Green screen photo experience with your VIP caption
- Exclusive Arsenal lanyard signed by your VIP legend
- Premium gift bag with an exclusive item
- The ability to revisit all areas of the tour at your leisure once the tour is over
- Free entry to the Arsenal Museum
- Stadium Tour Guide