Universal's Islands of Adventure

As one of the world’s most popular amusement parks, Islands of Adventure offers plenty of ways to experience all the fun on offer. Tickets range from 1- to 4-day passes, with the option of sticking to a single park or hopping park-to-park between Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Universal’s Volcano Bay™. To upgrade, add a Universal Express Pass to skip the lines at major rides, or a character breakfast with fan favorites from Universal’s Superstar Parade. Pull out all the stops with a private VIP tour of the park; you’ll have your own guide to navigate and enjoy the best attractions with minimal wait times. Buy your park tickets in advance to save time at the entrance gate.

• Universal’s Islands of Adventure park is a must-see for adrenaline junkies.

• Choose single- or multi-day tickets for just Islands of Adventure or all three Universal Resort parks.

• Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses—there’s a reason it’s called the Sunshine State.

• Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for a fair amount of walking.

• Single and double strollers are available for rent at the entrance to the park.

• Nearly all major attractions have height restrictions, so the park may not be ideal for young kids.

A vast majority of visitors to Universal Orlando Resort drive themselves, and parking is located off I-4. After exiting the interstate, signs point to the appropriate garage. Valet parking is available.

To minimize wait times and avoid the biggest crowds, plan your visit when schools are in session, as spring break, summer vacation, and the winter holidays can get very busy. Try to visit on a Thursday or Friday—the quietest days at the park—or in late afternoon when crowds begin to thin.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter tends to be the park’s most popular area, so as you pass through the front gates and into the Port of Entry, head right toward this section to ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey before the lines start to peak.

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You need at least one day to visit Universal Islands of Adventure, as less time than that is barely enough to see the highlights. Two days or more is ideal as it is enough to see Universal Studios Florida. Tickets can grant admission to both parks for up to five days.

Yes, you can bring outside food and drinks into Universal Islands of Adventure, with limitations. You can bring bottled water, snacks, baby food, and any food required for medical purposes or special dietary needs. Glassware, hard-sided coolers, alcohol, and foods requiring heating or refrigeration are never permitted inside.

No, Universal Islands of Adventure is not less expensive than Universal Studios Florida. Admission for either theme park starts at around US$119 for adults and US$114 for children and is the same or comparable for all types of admission tickets.

It depends. "Park-to-park" tickets grant access to Universal Islands of Adventure™ and Universal Studios Florida™ with one ticket. "One park per day" tickets give access to both parks on separate days unless they're specifically for one day—in which case, you must choose one park to visit.

One-park, one-day tickets, which grant one guest admission to Universal Islands of Adventure™ or Universal Studios Florida™ for one calendar day, start at US$114 for children and US$119 for adults. Tickets granting access to multiple parks over five days start at US$419.99—but all prices vary by day and season.

There are 19 rides and attractions at Universal Islands of Adventure, ranging from a movie-themed high-speed roller coaster to the Hogwarts Express train to a Dr. Seuss-inspired trolley. In addition to the rides, the theme park hosts restaurants, shops, and live shows.