List of Universal Orlando Resort attractions

For a list of current attractions found at Universal Volcano Bay, a water theme park also located at Universal Orlando Resort, see Universal Volcano Bay.

The Universal Orlando Resort is an amusement park resort located in Orlando, Florida. It features two theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure, built on 107 acres (43 ha) and 101 acres (41 ha) of land, respectively. ^{[1] [2]} Both parks feature several attractions and shows based on movies produced by Universal Pictures.

After several delays during construction, Universal Studios Florida opened to the public on June 7, 1990; however, several of the park's major attractions experienced frequent mechanical and technical problems, forcing the rides to close. Eventually, Universal filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of Jaws, an attraction that was based on the film. ^{[3] [4] [5]} Despite being costly to maintain, Jaws remained a popular attraction until its closure in 2012.

Three years later, Universal announced the construction of a second theme park, Islands of Adventure, that officially opened on May 28, 1999. ^{[6] [7]}

One of the most popular additions to the resort is The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, an incorporation of the Harry Potter franchise. ^{[8] [9]} Opened in 2010, part of the Lost Continent area of the Islands of Adventure park was re-themed to Hogsmeade. Also, a replica of Hogwarts was constructed, with a dark ride, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, located inside. ^{[10] [11] [12]} In 2014, an area themed after Diagon Alley opened in the former location of Jaws within Universal Studios Florida. ^[11] This addition included Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, as well the Hogwarts Express based on the Hogwarts Express that allows guests to travel between Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley without actually having to exit either park. ^{[12] [13]}

In 2015, Universal permanently installed metal detectors at three of their roller coasters. These were Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, the defunct Dragon Challenge and The Incredible Hulk Coaster. ^[14] The metal detectors would also be added to VelociCoaster in 2021. ^[15]

On January 15, 2023, the majority of Woody Woodpecker's KidZone, which included Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster and Fievel's Waterslide, the play areas Curious George Goes to Town and Fievel's Playland, and the Shrek-themed meet-and-greet style attraction which was opened the year before after the closure of Shrek 4-D, was permanently closed to make room for an area to be themed to DreamWorks Animation. ^[16]

Attractions

Roller coasters

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit's vertical lift hill

Name	Year	Manufacturer	Park	Location	Description
Flight of the Hippogriff Formerly Flying Unicorn (2000–2008)	2010	Vekoma	Universal Islands of Adventure	The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade	Vekoma Junior Coaster based on Harry Potter film series
Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure	2019	Intamin	Universal Islands of Adventure	The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade	Motorbike roller coaster based on the Forbidden Forest from the Harry Potter film series
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts	2014	Intamin	Universal Studios Florida	The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley	An indoor roller coaster featuring motion-based 4D effects
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit	2009	Maurer Söhne	Universal Studios Florida	Production Central	X-Car model that features on-ride music and video
Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride	2004	Premier Rides	Universal Studios Florida	New York	An indoor launched roller coaster based on The Mummy film
The Incredible Hulk Coaster	1999	Bolliger & Mabillard	Universal Islands of Adventure	Marvel Super Hero Island	Launched roller coaster based on fictional superhero Hulk
VelociCoaster	2021	Intamin	Universal Islands of Adventure	Jurassic Park	Launched roller coaster based on the Velociraptor from the Jurassic World films, being the first ride at the resort to be based on the reboot of Jurassic Park.

Motion simulators

Hogwarts contains Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey within.

Name	Year	Park	Location	Description
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem	2012	Universal Studios Florida	Minion Land on Illumination Ave	Motion simulator dark ride based on the Despicable Me film franchise
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey	2010	Universal Islands of Adventure	The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade	Motion simulator dark ride based on Harry Potter film series Features real sets and screens
Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon	2017	Universal Studios Florida	New York	Motion simulator dark ride based on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Marvel Super Hero Island	Motion simulator dark ride based on Spider-Man Features real sets and screens
The Simpsons Ride	2008	Universal Studios Florida	World Expo/Springfield	Motion simulator dark ride based on The Simpsons
Transformers: The Ride 3D	2013	Universal Studios Florida	Production Central	Motion simulator dark ride based on the Transformers film franchise Features real sets and screens

Other rides

Splashdown on Jurassic Park: River Adventure

Name	Year	Park	Location	Description
Caro–Seuss–el	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Seuss Landing	Carousel based on fictitious animals found in works by Dr. Seuss
Doctor Doom's Fearfall	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Marvel Super Hero Island	Space Shot based on Doctor Doom
Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Toon Lagoon	Log flume based on Dudley Do-Right
E.T. Adventure	1990	Universal Studios Florida	Kidzone	Dark ride based on E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Fast & Furious: Supercharged	2018	Universal Studios Florida	San Francisco	Dark ride based on Fast & Furious film franchise
Hogwarts Express	2014	Universal Studios Florida Universal Islands of Adventure	Hogsmeade and London/Diagon Alley	Train ride based on Harry Potter film series that allows two-way access to and from Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure for visitors whose park pass allow usage
Illumination's Villain-Con Minion Blast	2023	Universal Studios Florida	Minion Land on Illumination Ave	Shooting dark ride based on Villain-Con from Minions . The attraction features a moving pathway as its way of moving guests along the showroom.
Jurassic Park River Adventure	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Jurassic Park	Shoot the Chute water ride based on Jurassic Park
Kang & Kodos' Twirl 'n' Hurl	2013	Universal Studios Florida	World Expo	Aerial carousel based on the Treehouse of Horror series from The Simpsons
Men in Black: Alien Attack	2000	Universal Studios Florida	World Expo	Interactive shooting dark ride based on Men in Black
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Seuss Landing	Aerial carousel water ride based on One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish by Dr. Seuss
Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Toon Lagoon	River rapids ride themed to Popeye
Skull Island: Reign of Kong	2016	Universal Islands of Adventure	Skull Island	4D Kong-themed dark ride with trackless vehicles and animatronics
Storm Force Accelatron	2000	Universal Islands of Adventure	Marvel Super Hero Island	Teacups-style ride based on Marvel fictional superhero Storm
The Cat In The Hat	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Seuss Landing	Dark ride based on The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss
The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride	1999	Universal Islands of Adventure	Seuss Landing	Powered train ride based on The Sneetches and Other Stories and various other works by Dr. Seuss

Live shows and play areas

Name	Park	Location	Description
Animal Actors On Location	Universal Studios Florida	Woody Woodpecker's KidZone	Live show
The Bourne Stuntacular	Universal Studios Florida	Hollywood	Live show based on Bourne films
Camp Jurassic	Universal Islands of Adventure	Jurassic Park	Play area based on Jurassic Park
Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular	Universal Islands of Adventure	Back lot behind Seuss Landing	Seasonal live-action theater show based on the franchise How the Grinch Stole Christmas
If I Ran The Zoo	Universal Islands of Adventure	Seuss Landing	Play Area based on Dr. Seuss
Me Ship, The Olive	Universal Islands of Adventure	Toon Lagoon	Play Area based on Popeye
Oh! The Stories You'll Hear!	Universal Islands of Adventure	Seuss Landing	Live show based on Dr. Seuss
Poppy's Playground	Universal Studios Florida	DreamWorks Land	Play Area based on Trolls
The Blues Brothers Show	Universal Studios Florida	New York	Live show based on The Blues Brothers
Universal Orlando's Horror Make-Up Show	Universal Studios Florida	Hollywood	Live show based on Universal Monsters

Additional experiences

• Universal's Great Movie Escape is an escape room attraction nearby Universal's Orlando theme parks, in Universal CityWalk Orlando
• NBC Media Center is a seasonal survey attraction that allows guests to preview upcoming NBCUniversal films and shows, and is located within Universal Studio Florida's Hollywood area in a "Garden of Allah Villas"-themed section.

Notes

1. ^ Denotes the requirement that guests must have an admission ticket that allows visits to both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.
2. ^ Denotes that height requirements are in inches.

References

1. "Universal Studios Florida Fact Sheet" (PDF). Universal Orlando Resort. p. 2. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 17, 2014. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
2. "Universal's Islands of Adventure Fact Sheet" (PDF). Universal Orlando Resort. p. 2. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 17, 2014. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
3. Oliver, Mike (June 8, 1990). "Universal: Stardust And Static". Orlando Sentinel. Archived from the original on October 17, 2014. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
4. "Travel Advisory". The New York Times. September 30, 1990. Archived from the original on October 17, 2014. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
5. Strother, Susan (January 31, 1990). "Universal Delays Park Opening Date Pushed To June". Orlando Sentinel. Archived from the original on October 17, 2014. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
6. "Company News; Universal to Expand Park in Florida". The New York Times. September 16, 1993. Archived from the original on October 17, 2014. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
7. "Islands Park to Debut May 28". Lakeland Ledger. May 12, 1999. p. 25. Retrieved October 16, 2014.
8. Pedicini, Sandra (October 23, 2014). "Harry Potter sends Comcast's theme park revenue soaring". Orlando Sentinel. Archived from the original on January 22, 2015. Retrieved January 22, 2015.
9. Bilbao, Richard (June 18, 2014). "Harry Potter Hogsmeade's spell still strong after four years". Orlando Business Journal. Archived from the original on January 22, 2015. Retrieved January 22, 2015.
10. Albright, Mark (June 1, 2007). "A whole new magic kingdom". St. Petersburg Times. p. 1. Retrieved October 18, 2014.
11. Lambert, Marjie (October 20, 2014). "3 Disney attractions close to make way for next wave". The Detroit News. Archived from the original on October 21, 2014. Retrieved November 5, 2014.
12. Bevil, Dewayne (July 31, 2014). "Hogsmeade vs. Diagon Alley: Sizing up 2 Potter 'worlds'". Orlando Sentinel. Archived from the original on November 5, 2014. Retrieved November 5, 2014.
13. Neumaier, Joe (October 28, 2014). "'Harry Potter' still casting spells – with new theme park, London hotel, short story coming up". New York Daily News. Archived from the original on November 5, 2014. Retrieved November 5, 2014.
14. "Metal detectors become permanent at 3 Universal rides". April 22, 2015.
15. "One-word review for Universal's new VelociCoaster: Relentless". May 2, 2021.
16. "Universal Studios: DreamWorks land coming next year". Orlando Sentinel. July 20, 2023. Retrieved August 26, 2023.

External links

• Attractions at Universal Studios Florida
• Attractions at Islands of Adventure