Universal Resort Florida consists of the two theme parks – Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. From Harry Potter to Jurassic Park, there’s something for pretty much everyone. Whether you love thrill rides or prefer the shows, Universal Studios has something for everyone.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey at Universal Resort Orlando
Harry Potter fans must check out the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride! This thrilling ride takes you through some of the most iconic scenes from the Harry Potter movies, including an encounter with the Dark Lord Voldemort himself. Riders will experience the magic of flight as you soar over Hogwarts Castle and other famous locations from the films.
The Simpsons Ride
If you’re a fan of The Simpsons then this is the ride for you – it’s one of the most popular at Universal Studios so if the park is busy the standby lines can be long. The ride is located in the centre of the Springfield section which is also home to a Duff Beer stand and Moe’s Tavern.
The Simpsons Ride itself takes you through Krustyland, the theme park created by Krusty the Clown, and an encounter with Sideshow Bob. It’s full of twists and turns, and it’s sure to be a thrill for any fan of The Simpsons.
Men in Black: Alien Attack
Battle Aliens with the Men in Black as they make the way through downtown New York. The Men in Black Ride is a fast-paced shooter game where you’ll use your blaster to zap aliens and rack up points – the higher your score, the better your chances are of becoming a top agent. A great ride for those competitive members of a party!
Jurassic Park River Adventure
This is a water-based ride located in the Jurassic Park section of Islands of Adventure simulating a river rafting trip down a tropical river, with dinosaurs appearing along the way. The ride takes guests on a peaceful raft ride through Jurassic Park – until they get too close to the T. rex enclosure! The massive dinosaur breaks through the fence and chases after the rafts, resulting in a wet and wild finish to the ride.
If you’re looking for an exciting water-based ride that’s suitable for all ages, then be sure to check out this great ride.
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is one of the most popular roller coasters at Universal Studios Orlando and can have very long wait time…so get there early and grab your place in line. The ride starts with a slow climb up to the top of a 17-story tall peak before dropping drop down at 65 miles per hour! The entire ride is full of twists, turns, and loops, so it’s sure to get your heart racing.
Transformers: The Ride 3D
Fans of the Transformers movies will love the 3D ride at Universal Studios. This high-octane ride takes you right into the middle of the action, as you join the Autobots in their fight against the Decepticons. With state-of-the-art special effects and plenty of twists and turns, this is one ride that you won’t want to miss.
The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman
The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman is an indoor thrill ride that takes guests through the cityscape of New York. Riders will experience web-slinging as they make the way through the city dodging villains to save the day. This is a must-do for any Spiderman fan, and is sure to be a memorable experience for all who ride it.
E.T. Adventure
The classis E.T. Adventure is still incredibly popular with guests of all ages. Accompany E.T in this battle against time to save his dying planet. You will be amazed by the special effects and you will feel like you are actually riding on E.T.’s bike.
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
Located in Island’s of Adventure, Hagrid’s Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure is AWESOME! Guests board a motorbike or sidecar and are taken on a thrill ride adventure deep into the Forbidden Forest. This is simply one of the best rides in Orlando!
