Universal Orlando Parks are a fun adventure for guests of all ages. For those seeking thrills to meeting your favorite characters, there is something for everyone, but what parks are at Universal Orlando? Let’s dig into an overview of the Universal parks as the first step to planning your Universal Orlando vacation.
The Universal Orlando parks are located in Orlando, Florida and offer immersive rides and attractions to their guests. It has become a world-class theme park destination for families of all ages.
What are the Universal Orlando Parks
There are 4 theme parks at Universal Orlando:
- Universal Studios Florida
- Universal Islands of Adventure
- Epic Universe (Opens May 22, 2025)
- Volcano Bay (water park)
Guests visiting the Universal parks also have the option of 11 hotels on property as well as shopping and dining at Universal CityWalk.
Universal Studios Florida
Universal Studios Florida is the original Universal park. There are 18 rides and attractions at the park. These range from roller coasters to kiddie play areas.
Attractions include Despicable Me and Illuminations Minion Land, Transformers, E.T. Adventure, Men In Black Alien Attack, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley.
There is also a Simpsons area and a DreamWorks Land especially geared to little kids.
Universal Islands of Adventure
Islands of Adventure is home to Seuss Landing, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Hogsmeade, Marvel Super Hero Island, and Jurassic Park.
There are more thrill rides at Islands of Adventure like the Incredible Hulk, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Velocicoaster, Hagrid’s Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure, and Skull Island: King Kong.
Be sure to check out the water rides at Islands of Adventure like Jurassic Park, Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls, and Popeye + Bluto’s Bilge Rat Barges. You will get soaked on these attractions!
Universal’s Islands of Adventure is also home to two of the most popular attractions at Universal Orlando resort.
They are Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Velocicoaster. Both are rollercoasters with Velocicoaster being way more intense.
These are both very popular attractions and will get long lines. Ride them with early entry or as soon as the park opens.
Epic Universe (Opening May 22, 2025)
Epic Universe is the brand new theme park being built and set to open in 2025.
It will have 5 lands: Celestial Park, How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic.
Learn More About Universal Epic Universe: Guide to Universal Epic Universe
Volcano Bay
Volcano Bay is the water park at the Universal Orlando Resort. It offers virtual lines and is one of the prettiest water parks I have ever visited.
There are attractions for all ages from lazy rivers and splash pads to more adventurous slides. If you have time during your Universal Orlando vacation it is a great place to include in your plans. Read this article to learn more about visiting Volcano Bay.
The Universal Orlando parks are a great place to spend your vacation. With 4 parks by summer 2025 Universal is a week long destination!
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