For that reason,
we recommend devoting a minimum of a full day to each Universal Orlando theme park
, especially if this is your first visit. Three days is ideal, particularly with a park-to-park pass, as it will allow you to fully explore each park and revisit your favorite attractions.
Which Universal hotels include park tickets?
Universal Orlando has three stunning on-site hotels that offer complimentary Express access:
Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel, and Portofino Bay Hotel
. For any number of reasons, many guests visiting Universal’s parks don’t consider the option of staying on-site at one of these properties, but they should!
Is it cheaper to stay at Disney or Universal?
With that said,
Universal is less expensive than Walt Disney World in most ways
. Park tickets and food prices are not particularly noticeable, but the big one is hotel rates. Not only is Universal significantly cheaper, but its resorts include perks that would cost additional money at Walt Disney World.
Which is better Universal Studios Orlando or Islands of Adventure?
The easiest way to tell the difference is that
Universal Studios is based more on movies and TV shows, whereas Islands of Adventure is where the fantasy and thrill rides are
. The most unique park of the three is Volcano Bay, which is a fully themed water park that feels like you’ve discovered your own paradise island.
Is the Hogwarts Express worth it?
But the Hogwarts Express is
a grand-scale attraction and one of the 12 best rides at Universal Orlando
. It will delight both Potterphiles and more casual fans and immerse them to an impressive degree in The Wizarding World.
How far is Disney from Universal?
In fact, Disney World is only about
9 miles
away from Universal Studios, which means, if you are driving the most direct route in good traffic, the journey time is only approximately 15 minutes.
What is the cheapest month to go to Universal Studios?
While
January and February
are the cheapest times to visit Universal Orlando, September is also an extremely affordable month, with Cabana Bay standard rooms starting at $154 per night during sample dates from September 13 to September 16.
How far in advance should I book Universal Studios?
As long as we’re not prepaying and there is no cancellation penalty (longer than 2 or 3 days before arrival)…it’s not a big deal. If rates go down, we can always change reservation and if they stay the same then we know we have the accomodations we want.
Not more than 6 months ahead
.
Can you stay in Universal park?
Stay in the Heart of the Excitement at ANY hotel and enjoy exclusive benefits to make the most of your vacation! It’s the best way to experience all that Universal Orlando ResortTM has to offer!
Guests of ALL Universal Orlando ResortTM Hotels Enjoy: Early Park Admission
†
(valid theme park admission required)
What is the best month to go to Universal Studios?
- The second half of August.
- Most days in September (minus Labor Day)
- Most weekdays in October (minus Columbus Day)
- Weekdays in November (minus the week of Thanksgiving)
- Weekdays in December (minus the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s Eve)
Is Universal expensive?
Universal Studios Hollywood was named the most expensive theme park in the world
while Disneyland was ranked the most affordable theme park in California in a new international study that looks at the price of fun based on the average cost per amusement ride.
Is it better to stay in a Disney or Universal hotel?
Universal Hotels like-for-like are generally cheaper than staying at Disney
. Less travelling – save time and money As of 2020, Disney will be charging guests to park their car at their hotels which makes hiring a car even more expensive. Plus, Universal charge $20 a day for parking at their theme parks.
Is Universal Island of Adventure worth it?
Overall, we think that
the Islands of Adventure are a little better for kids
. There are more kid-friendly rides, and both the shopping and eating options will probably be more fun. The Islands of Adventure are also a little more interactive than the main Universal Studios area.
Which wizarding world of Harry Potter is better?
When it comes to which Harry Potter park is better at Universal,
Diagon Alley in Islands of Adventure
is the clear winner. They have more shops, more merchandise, and the fun of trading your money for Gringotts bank notes.
Can I do Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in one day?
Can Universal Orlando Be Done in One Day? The simple answer is:
Yes! it’s toadally possible to fit Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure into one day
. What makes park hopping easy at Universal Orlando is the fact that the two parks are right next to each other.
Where does Hogwarts Express take you?
The train travels
between HogsmeadeTM in Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Diagon AlleyTM in Universal Studios Florida
.
Do you have to pay extra to ride the Hogwarts Express?
While
the Hogwarts Express ride is free
you need a Universal Studios Resort park to park ticket to go on the ride as it takes you from one park to the other (either Islands of Adventure to Universal Studios or Universal Studios to Islands of Adventure).
How much does it cost to ride Hogwarts Express?
Tickets for the West Coast Railways Hogwarts Express are
$50 for an adult and $28 for a child (up to age 12)
, and there will be two services per day from May to September. For more information, visit the West Coast Railways website.
Can I stay at Universal and go to Disney?
Can you stay at Universal and go to Disney?
Sure. You can also stay at Disney and go to Universal
, or stay off property and visit both theme parks.
Can you get a shuttle from Disney to Universal?
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando offer free shuttle services between their resorts and affiliated theme parks, but you may have to transfer from one to the other
. Usually, routes run every 20 to 30 minutes, departing from the entrance of every Disney and Universal property.
How far is Universal from the beach?
Just over
23 miles
from Universal Studios Hollywood is the world-famous Venice Beach.
How much does it cost to go to Universal Studios for 2 days?
A two-day pass into Universal Studios Orlando will cost about
$120 per adult and $110 for children
. Three-day single-park tickets cost $136 per adult and $124 for children, while a four-day pass costs about $146 for adults or $133 for children. A family of four may pay $460-$558, depending on number of days chosen.
What day of the week is least crowded at Universal Studios Orlando?
Universal Studios Least Busy Days in Order:
Wednesday
.
Sunday
.
Friday
.
Monday
.
What are the best times to visit Universal Studios Orlando?
According to our Universal Crowd Calendar,
September is the best month to visit Universal Orlando in 2022
in terms of low crowds. One of the other reasons we love September is guests can experience Universal Halloween Horror Nights.
Can you leave Universal Studios and come back in the same day?
If you have a Single Day, One Park per Day ticket, you must choose one park. If you have a Multi-Day, One Park per Day ticket you must choose either park on any given day.
Within that day you may leave and reenter, but you cannot switch parks
.
Do you need park reservations for Universal Orlando?
Unlike Walt Disney World, where are Park Pass reservation system is used to manage capacity,
Universal Orlando does not require advance park reservations to visit
— but the parks do reach capacity, especially on weekends and during peak travel times like spring break.
Why is Hogwarts Express closed?
The Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando Resort has reopened after being unexpectedly closed for a week. It initially closed on January 17 and we later learned this was due to
an issue with the attraction’s pull cable
.
