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Annual Pass: Have fun without a theme park ticket: Universal CityWalk This action-packed hotspot features an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, nightclubs, a movie theatre, shopping and non-stop entertainment. Parking at City Walk is free for everyone after 6 p. Take in the sights and sounds, and then board the free water taxi service to cruise canals that meander throughout Universal Orlando Resort. Hop off to explore the resorts and entertainment along the way including Musica della Notte Music of the Night , a free evening of music at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.
More deals in Orlando: Discounted attraction and theme park tickets Orlando hotel deals. Get free email updates. How do we know which Burger King restaurants are participating? Do you know which Burger King restaurant here is participating? Hi Shauna! Every Burger King in the area should have them. I called my local store Longwood and they have them in stock. You can always call first just to make sure before driving over. You can just eat what you want at least for the entree as long as you eat at restaurants that are on the plan.
If you want the steak, get the steak. That said, you can buy the Quick Service plan at any time, at any quick service location in the park, so you can wait and buy it only if it saves you money. Certain items are excluded from the plan; be sure to ask whether your entree will qualify before you buy the plan. Holders of the Preferred Annual Pass but not the Annual Power Pass get a host of meal, merchandise and entertainment discounts.
Save money at some Universal-area restaurants by purchasing discounted certificates from Restaurant. The Universal Orlando area restaurants offered through Restaurant. Keep in mind that a gift card for a particular restaurant brand in the chain might also be accepted at other restaurant brands owned by the same chain.
Their unique form of entertainment that combines music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to create a blissful party atmosphere that people of all ages agree is a totally outrageous experience. Mandara Spa at Portofino Bay Hotel offers the usual massages, facials, and pedicures, as well as exotic therapies such as the Elemis Stone Therapy small stones placed on key energy points during your massage and Elemis Aroma Spa Ocean Wrap with Massage using seaweed, sage, and essential oils to wrap your body, followed by a body massage.
For reservations call Buy your multi-day ticket or Annual Pass with your American Express card through the Universal website or in person at the Universal box office and get access to the American Express Lounge in Universal Studios, with free snacks and drinks, open noon to 5: Present your confirmation page or original receipt plus your American Express Card to gain entrance.
If you plan to book a Universal vacation package such as the Harry Potter Vacation Package , your travel agent can add transfers from any Walt Disney World resort to any Universal resort and between any Universal resort and the Orlando International Airport. Driving to Universal is very easy — take I-4 East and three or four exits away there will be signs telling you to exit for Universal.
Follow the signs and they will lead you directly to the parking garage. Your hotel can give you specific instructions for how to get to I-4, or there are road signs on all the major Walt Disney World routes that will direct you. Usually a chartered sedan will be fairly competitive in price with a taxi. Lyft is a viable in Orlando now, and it works fine.
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You cannot book the shuttle one-way and they will not carry any luggage larger than a daypack or purse. To book the Mears Universal Orlando shuttle you must call Mears directly at ; unfortunately, they do not offer any kind of online booking for this service. Technically, you could take the city bus. This is really cheap, but not recommended. It takes about 1. Check the current parking rates at Universal Orlando. Self-parking is substantially cheaper after 6: It allows you to use the Express entrance as many times as you want for attractions that offer it, which now includes the main Harry Potter attractions.
Guests at deluxe Universal resorts also get priority seating at select Universal Orlando restaurants. Something useful to know: The room key remains valid for Express Ride Access even after check-out on the second day: This works for longer stays as well: There are many different hotel discounts at Universal Orlando — be sure to check them out. It does not include admission; you will still need a valid ticket to get into the park. It can also be purchased at the park. It can also be purchased at the park, though they can and do sell out of these passes during high season.
You get Express or Unlimited Express on each day you use the ticket. The combo is almost always cheaper than buying the tickets and the Express or Unlimited Express Passes separately, but for one-day tickets, the savings may be almost nonexistent.
You really save the most money with the multi-day bundles. However, there may or may not be a combo available for the number of days that you plan to visit the parks, the offers change. If one is available that works for your travel plans, compare the cost of the combo with the cost of buying the items separately to see which is the lowest.
Click through the link now to find the latest deals on tickets. Search for Orlando shows, cheap vacation packages and more! Best of Orlando has discounts on the best attractions that you won't want to miss! Annual Pass: What are you waiting for? Technically, you could take the city bus.
When doing the price comparison, remember that a one-night stay in a Universal Deluxe resort includes two days of Unlimited Express Pass. Since , they have helped more than 3 million families plan their vacations.
The big attraction is Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, a state-of-the-art thrill ride that brings the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life. Inspired by J.
The fully immersive, themed land enables guests to visit some of the most iconic locations found in the books and the films, including the village of Hogsmeade, the mysterious Forbidden Forest, and even Hogwarts Castle itself. You can drink butterbeer and pumpkin juice, shop for wizard merchandise, and even experience a wand selection! The theming absolutely fantastic. The village is adorable: The effects in Hogwarts Castle are amazing. If you are a Harry Potter fan, it is definitely worth a half-day of your time. On a weekday in the off-season you can do and see everything in about 3 hours.
Diagon Alley, a bustling, wizarding hub within the Muggle city of London, has shops and dining experiences. The main attraction, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, is a multi-sensory, multi-dimensional journey. A company of players will present one of two different Tales of Beedle the Bard, using bunraku-style puppets that are wonderfully detailed. And Celestina Warbeck Mrs. Both shows are well worth checking out. Do ride the Hogwarts Express on one of the days at your leisure when the wait time is posted at 20 minutes or less, and then turn around and ride it back.
Please note: Dragon Challenge closed on September 5, and will be replaced by a new roller coaster, themed to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. An opening date for the new ride has not been announced. Then explore Hogsmeade thoroughly and head back to Diagon Alley to finish your sightseeing. Signage is minimal for the single rider line: The single rider line bypasses the amazing Castle effects, which you will definitely want to see, but there may be a way around that.
Ask any Team Member at the castle if the tour line is open. If it is, you can take your time, enjoy all the animations and stick around to see the multiple versions of each one. To avoid this, try not to bring things like camera bags or day packs that will have to go in a locker. Alternatively, pay for an all-day locker at the front of the park.
The Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey attraction has significant size restrictions. There is a minimum height requirement of 48 inches. Also, some larger-sized adults do not fit in the unusual overhead seat restraints. Seats on some cars now have modified restraints that accommodate more body types. Thanks to MouseSavers. Fun idea shared with us by a reader: Three Broomsticks is a counter-service restaurant at lunch and dinner, and lines can be long! Ticket is valid for any four calendar days during a fourteen consecutive calendar day period which includes the first day any portion of the ticket is used during normal operating hours.
Unused days will be forfeited. Ticket excludes parking, discounts on food and merchandise, and separately ticketed events. Additional restrictions may apply which are subject to change without notice. Valid at selection attractions at each park. Please contact them at least 21 days in advance of your trip 45 days for international visitors. This event will not be held in A Celebration of Harry Potter includes exhibits, panels and demonstrations, as well as question and answer sessions with Harry Potter film talent.
There is a Harry Potter Expo with Harry Potter themed props, movie sets, artwork and interactive displays. These activities take place in both Universal Studios Orlando parks, and are included in the regular price of admission. If you want to experience all the activities you will need a Park-to-Park ticket. Universal Orlando offers special vacation packages, including annual passholder packages, that include exclusive benefits such as special guest access to the Expo, admission to a private evening reception in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and special guest access to panels and demonstrations.
Rock the Universe is an after-hours event at Universal Studios and requires separate admission. Contemporary Christian music acts perform on three different stages for two nights. Select rides and attractions will be open throughout each night. There are also autograph sessions where you can meet some of the performers.
On Saturday evening at On Sunday morning there is a non-denominational worship service inside Universal Studios at 9: Admission to this worship service is included with any Rock the Universe ticket, however advance registration is required. There are 2 types of tickets for this event.
Event-only tickets allow you to enter Universal Studios 2 hours before the park closes and also attend the event. Rock Your Weekend tickets give you admission to the theme parks during the day 1 park per day and park-to-park tickets are available and admission to Rock the Universe in the evening. These tickets are only good for the Rock the Universe Weekend dates. Annual Passes and Complimentary passes are not valid for this event. The main attraction during Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando is an evening parade with authentic floats, street performers, stilt walkers and colorful dancers and phenomenal floats.
Beads are thrown to the crowd at this family-friendly event. During the Mardi Gras parade, most or all of the attractions are closed. There are also live performances every night in the French Quarter Courtyard and Cajun food is available for purchase. Mardi Gras festivities are included in the regular price of admission to the park.
This is a scary event that is NOT appropriate for young children — we would not recommend taking a child under It includes gruesome displays, actors with chainsaws and other intense stuff, in addition to haunted houses and a creepy parade. Park guests are not allowed to wear costumes.
Halloween Horror Nights requires separate admission. Advance purchase is advisable because this event frequently sells out. Limited Time Offer! May be used on non-consecutive nights. Not valid on Saturdays. This ticket is non-transferable and must be used by the same person on both days. All ticket usage must be completed on or before November 1, when the ticket will expire. Annual Passholders qualify for discounted HHN tickets on select nights. Advance purchase single night ticket prices, tax included, are: In , Holidays at Universal will be held November 17 through January 6.
Hogsmeade shops are decorated with garland and lights.
The Frog Choir sings seasonal melodies and there are special treats and drinks available. At night, a special projection show transforms Hogwarts Castle and brings memorable Christmas moments from the Harry Potter series to life. During the Cinematic Celebration you can enjoy a selection of desserts and beverages. These celebrations are included with theme park admission. At midnight there is a Champagne toast and pyrotechnics display. Ages 21 and up only. Jump to: Multi-day tickets 2-day tickets or longer do not have tiers and are good any day of the year. You can order it online at the Universal Studios website.