Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios Florida
Movie sets and thrill rides combine to create this internationally acclaimed theme park.

Universal Studios Florida® has working film sets and it was also built specifically as a theme park. Its mission is to show you inside movie making through thrilling rides, interactive adventures and shows. You can even shop in a replica version of Kwik-E-Mart, the convenience store made famous by The Simpsons

The park has six themed areas, or “backlots” as movie makers refer to outdoor film sets, that surround a lagoon. Go right to the heart of the movie world at the Hollywood backlot. Here you can take a nostalgic trip back to the 1950s at Lucy: A Tribute, a walk-through exhibit that celebrates Lucille Ball, one of the most beloved redheads of all time. Blast to the future at the Terminator® 2: 3-D experience, and pick up some tips for Halloween from artist demonstrations at the Horror Make-Up Show. 

More tricks of the movie trade are on exhibit at the San Francisco backlot. Hop aboard the Disaster! Ride, and learn about the stunts and special effects that go into blockbuster action movies. You may even become an extra on one of the sets. 

The New York backlot has The Blues Brothers® Show and a treat for roller-coaster fans: the Revenge of the Mummy® ride. This indoor journey, often through darkness, reaches speeds of 45 miles (72 kilometres) per hour. Go even faster at the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit®, during which you become a music video star and feel the rush of travelling at 65 miles (105 kilometres) per hour.

Most of Universal Studios Florida®’s attractions are indoors, making it a great place to visit during Orlando’s steamy summer or on rainy days. Spring break season can get crowded and opening hours change to reflect high and low visitor numbers.

Reviews of Universal Studios Florida

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
24 Nov 2019

Don't bother with Fast and Furious

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
13 Aug 2019

Go early to avoid waiting lines

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Jul 2019

All of the Harry Potter attractions were amazing! It was so well done and we used the Hogwarts express to move between Universal and Universal Islands of Adventure.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
25 Apr 2019

A bit dated but Harry Potter was worth it

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
3 Jan 2019

Very busy often had to wait over an hour for rids

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