Universal Sudios

Located off Universal Boulevard or Major Boulevard, Orlando.

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Universal Studios opened here in Florida in June 1990 and is Disney's major rival in the area. Even if you have visited Disney's MGM Studios already, you will still want to come here, as the park and it's attractions offer a different experience altogether.

There are some fantastic rides here along with some great shows, and again the whole family will enjoy their visit, as there is something for everyone.

The site is 110 acres in size and has been divided into seven themed areas which you can explore by clicking on the names below.
The various areas are not well defined in the park , so you will need to refer to your guide map that you receive on entry, so as not to miss anything.

Universal now has a massive multi-story car park, one of the largest in the world. It is essential that you make a note of the area you park in, or you may not find your car again when you want to leave.

Universal has also created a new area of shopping, dining and night clubs called City Walk which you will pass through on your way to the front gates from the car park. This area is in direct competition to Disney's Pleasure Island and you can see what's there by looking at the City Walk page.

Like Disney, Universal are also working on ways to speed up access to the more popular attractions within it's parks and now use a system called Universal Express. This works in a similar way to Disney's 'Fastpass' where you place your park pass into the 'Express' machine and you will be given a choice of two time slots in which you can return and then go straight on the ride without queuing.

Opening hours at the Studio are from 9am till between 7pm & 10pm depending on season.

So let's have a look in more detail at the seven themed areas of Universal Studios.