The best way to travel to Universal Studios and Adventure Islands in Orlando, Florida is by a charter bus or shuttle service. Universal Studios is home to adventure, action, excitement and magic! Come and vacation where everyone in the family is sure to have a grand time from minion mayhem to high flying adventures with Harry Potter.
Celebrates the magic and wonder of the world of Harry Potter!
Hop on board the Hogwarts Express and be transported to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure and Diagon Alley at Universal Studios. This unforgettable experience brings the magic of Harry Potter to your Orlando vacation.
There is an all new Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is transformed with festive decorations, treats, and special entertainment. The Hogwarts castle is adorned with sparkling holiday spirit with a stunning projection wrap. From Diagon Alley, London, Hogsmeade, and Hogwarts will be decorated for the season.
The Macy’s Day Parade at Universal is adding a little Mayhem, when the Minions join in the fun. Santa Claus gets a little help from everyone’s favorite mischief causing friends in this new spin on the holiday classic.
Hogsmeade
Make your way through Hogsmeade in Islands of Adventure and stop by the Three Broomsticks for a bite to eat or shop for some sweets at Honeydukes. Head to Hagrid’s hut and ride on the Flight of the Hippogriff.
Looking for more adventure, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey help you discover the mysteries of Hogwarts. Here you will wander through classrooms, and halls then soar above the castle with Harry Potter and his friends
Take the Hogwarts Express when traveling between Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley for an unforgettable adventure. Guests can board the Express from Kings Cross Station in London or Hogsmeade. Each way is a different experience featuring characters and creatures from the books and films. This train ride is no ordinary ride as you make your way through Platform 9 3/4.
Diagon Alley
Find your way to Diagon Alley through the streets of London. Once there guest can find many famous wizarding world establishments. Grab a bite to eat at the Leaky Cauldron.
See a wand choose its wizard at Ollivanders wand shop and so much more. Then journey below Gringotts on a multi dimensional thrill ride sure to have you on the edge of your seat.
New Harry Potter Nighttime Lights Show
Universal’s Islands of Adventure now has a Nighttime Lights Show at Hogwarts Castle and it is a must see, located in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade. This dazzling light show celebrates the four houses of the Hogwarts school of magic and wizardry. As the day turns to night lights, special effects and music make the castle come alive in pure magic. The music that accompanies the show is based on the original scores from the films. Every house will be represented, Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff. Show some pride and have some fun when your house appears on the castle. Guests can catch the show right in front of the castle or on the bridge between Jurassic Park and Hogsmeade nightly.
