Universal Studios Orlando – Movie Mania for All Ages
At Universal Studios you can access behind the scenes secrets, immerse yourself in the heart of the action and step beyond the big screen. Unbeatable rides, wizarding magic and awesome shows, Universal Studios Orlando has it all.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has its own page, so we won’t cover it again here.
Universal Studios is home to 8 sections, with each section offering themed attractions and dining options:
- Production Central
- New York
- San Francisco
- Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley/London
- World Expo
- Springfield: Home of The Simpsons
- Woody Woodpeckers’ KidZone
- Hollywood
Universal Studios in Orlando is a living and working studio, so you can really immerse yourself in movie and TV production. It’s home to 6 working sound stages.
Jump right into sets, wander around the back-lot or discover the secrets behind the scenes.
If that isn’t enough then the rides at Universal Studios will keep thrill seekers happy.
Test your scream factor and hop on the 65 mile per hour Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. You’ll be soaring 17 stories high before plummeting back down to earth to your chosen music track.
Or see how your fear factor holds up on The Revenge of the Mummy. A roller-coaster that plunges you into darkness. Try to escape the clutches of the ever evil Imhotep, who has been awoken to unleash his wrath once again.
Skull Island: Reign of Kong is a 1930s style expedition where you can experience the roar of the giant ape himself. Is he friend or foe?
Universal Studios is home to over a dozen attractions. Kid-Friendly gentle roller coasters inlcude Kang and Kodos’, Twirl ‘n’ Hurl and Woody Woodpecker’s Nut House Coaster.
The E.T. Adventure and Shrek 4-D will delight all ages.
Older kids can join in the battle on Transformers: The Ride.
Or join Gru and the girls and find out what it’s like to be a Minion on Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.
If you’re a Men in Black fan, then you’ll love this attraction. If it’s a slow time, ask one of the members of staff for a tour. If they have time they’ll show you around.
The Simpsons Ride is another attraction that has a good line system. Enjoy it if you’re at the back of the line waiting to visit Krustyland.
Springfield USA is the all-American hometown of the Simpsons, so fans will want to make the most of the photo ops. Or maybe grab a Krusty Burger.
There’s lots more eats and drinks to be had on Fast Food Boulevard:
- Lard Lad Donuts
- Lisa’s Teahouse of Horror
- The Frying Dutchman
- Cletus’ Chicken Shack
- Luigi’s Pizza
- Bumblebee Man’s Taco Truck
- Duff Brewery
- Moes Tavern
There’s plenty of live shows at Universal Studios too. Perfect to rest those aching feet!
A great foot stomping show is The Blues Brothers Street Party. Hang around Finnigan’s Bar & Grill to see the show with Jake and Elwood.
Terminator 2 is a clever 3-D mix of special effects and live action stunts. This attraction incorporates movie scenes and real life actors.
If you like a bit of action, head over to Fear Factor, or discover the secrets of make-up at the Horror Make Up Show.
Now you’ve explored Universal Studios, discover the rest of the amazing attractions at Universal Orlando:
Islands of Adventure
Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Harry Potter Hogsmeade
Diagon Alley
Hogwarts Express
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