Universal Studios Florida - Orlando, Florida

Marie F.

Oh.my.word did we have a blast here! Stayed at Cabana Bay which was a blast from the past in their 50s/60s decor. We were given V05 shampoo and conditioner and Zest soap in our rooms and we used those as kids, it reminded me of my parents who have passed away, definitely took me back to simpler times. We got to watch the SuperBowl at the hotel, it probably would have been a blast to watch while at Universal CityWalk but we were beat after walking all day!

The rides were great, the Hulk, Velocicoaster, Mummy Ride and ofcourse Hagrids Motorbike were all favorites. Bourne Supremacy show was fantastic. There's so much to see and do, so much fun. Our favorite restaurant by far was the The Chocolate Emporium. We had dinner there and then the desserts are off the charts! We wish we could have been there for Epic Universal's opening but really enjoyed our week. Weather was beautiful and perfect. Will definitely be back.

Suresh J.

In the last 10 years we have visited this place 2 times. 2011 and 2025.

I must start with the reason for 3 stars. Obviously, the entrance fee and monumental express pass charges. For a family of 4, it could easily be $1500 - $1600 if it's a busy month such as May, July. Then you pay for parking, food, stay etc. So you are looking at $2k for a weekend.
It's not worth it, in my opinion.

However, between 2011 and 2015, this place has grown phenomenal. The streets are clean. They went green, and there were no paper maps handed over. Very well integrated Universal FL app. Better parking facilities include prime parking right next to entrance.

During spring park hours are 9am to 8pm. Arriving early, like 8.30 am, you can be done with one ride that usually takes 75 to 85 mins. Wait, yes, that is Harry Potter Escape from Gringotts.

We enjoyed all the rides and shows. Harry Potter's escape from grinotts is obviously our favorite. To our suprise, Boutne Stuntacular was amazing. Such coordination between cast and crew and mix of realism vs. cinema.

Few shows to mention are The simpsons ride, Trolls trollercoaster, E.T adventure, The tales of Breedle and bard, Men in black alien attack, Horror Makeup show, Olivanders, illumination Theater, Celestina war, Beat builders, E.T adventure. Despicable Me minion Mahyem. Shreks Swamp meet.

The ride we did not like is Fast and Furious Super Charged. I really tried hard to like it, but it failed me. The production is outdated and cheap. I recommend they discontinue this one.

Mardigras Parade at 7 pm.

Overall - If spending $2k for a family of 4 is not a big deal for you ; orlando trip + Universal is a good start. Otherwise, please skip it.

Katy W.

What an amazing place! I loved every minute of my visit. The staff were friendly and polite, and the wait times in lines were manageable since we went on a Tuesday. The pricing, food, and merchandise were all excellent, contributing to a fantastic overall experience.

I highly recommend getting a park-to-park pass; it’s definitely worth it for everything you can enjoy. Although we only spent one day there, I would suggest planning for more time if you have the availability. There’s so much to see and do, and I still managed to ride many attractions and enjoy incredible entertainment.

One highlight was discovering that wands purchased at Universal can be repaired or replaced for free if they break. My son’s wand wasn’t working, and since we bought it during a previous trip to Harry Potter World, they replaced it and even engraved a new one for him.

I absolutely love Universal Studios, both in Hollywood and Orlando, and I would recommend it to anyone planning a trip.
A tip: arrive an hour early to secure the best parking! Oh and bring a water bottle, water is free through out the park.

krisztian P.

My God, what a day! We love the park so much; the last time we were here was 8 years ago without kids, and now we’ve returned and don’t regret it! The kids enjoyed it a lot, their personal favorites were Harry Potter and E.T.! Among the parks, I have to say the food here is the best! It was a beautiful sunny day, and it was truly worth coming! If I were to formulate a criticism, which isn’t easy, I might point out that the refreshment stations are relatively far apart! For families with young children, I recommend bringing noise-canceling headphones because the attractions are very loud! Overall, it was a wonderful day, and we hope to come back soon!

George C.

Our recent trip to Universal Studios was incredible, thanks to the VIP experience and our amazing tour guide, Billie Jane! She was absolutely great—super knowledgeable and made the whole day so much fun. With the VIP package, we hit all the attractions, including the Harry Potter ones, and experienced the best rides Universal has to offer. Thrilling rides galore—there’s nothing like it! I’d always choose the VIP experience going forward. Highly recommend it if you want to make the most of your visit!

Cody W.

"Our spring break at Universal was a truly wonderful family experience. We had so much fun, and the staff were incredibly kind and helpful, especially with the character interactions and answering our questions. The park was clean and well-organized, making it easy to enjoy everything. The team members were all very professional and enthusiastic, which added to the positive atmosphere. We found the food to be reasonably priced, which was a pleasant surprise. Staying from open and all the way until closing was definitely worth it, as the park took on a whole new, magical feel at night. We left with some really special memories that we'll treasure. It was a well-done experience that we'll remember fondly."

erica H.

First timer 10/10! went for one day (2park pass) & purchased the after 4pm Universal Express pass for Islands of Adventure to ride all the big rides and let me tell you- 100% worth the splurge. Don’t worry about the express pass for universal studios-waits weren’t horrible CONSIDERING it was spring break. Wizarding World was everything I dreamed of. Thanks for the ✨ magical ✨ time!

Kaylyn M.

Totally amazing. We went to all 3 parks. So excited for the new Epic Universe coming. I went as a single mom with 2 kids for 3 days. Everything was super easy, everyone was helpful, the food was awesome, and all the bathrooms were clean. Awesome free locker system too. My kids went insane they had such a good time. Can't wait to come back