Are you considering visiting Universal Orlando but worried the cost might be out of reach? I’ve been visiting Universal Orlando for over a decade. When I first started, I was at college on an extreme budget. Now, I travel with a wife and two kids, so the experience is slightly different. In my experience, a...| themeparkpro.com
A trip to Universal Orlando is incredible. However, it can also be very expensive. I’ve been visiting Universal Orlando for over a decade. I’ve visited the resort as a broke student, graduate, new parent and fully fledged adult – well, sort of… As such, I know first-hand the various ways you can save money on...| themeparkpro.com
CityWalk is a free-to-visit entertainment complex at Universal Orlando. You’ll find some fantastic places to eat here. From budget-friendly quick-service spots to fine dining establishments. But which ones are best? 1. Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savoury Feast Kitchen 🥗 Cuisine: American💰 Price: $$ Toothsome Chocolate Emporium is the best restaurant at CityWalk. This steampunk-themed restaurant...| themeparkpro.com
The only thing I always buy on every visit to Universal Orlando is a refillable cup. These cups are available in three formats, so it’s important you know the difference: Universal Orlando Resort Refillable Cups You can buy a Universal Orlando Resort refillable cup if you’re staying in a Universal Orlando hotel. These cups currently...| themeparkpro.com
Volcano Bay is the only water park at the Universal Orlando Resort. This water park opened in 2017, replacing the previous water park, Wet ‘n Wild. Volcano Bay spans 28 acres and features 11 waterslides plus multiple water-based attractions. I’ve visited all of Orlando’s major water parks, and Volcano Bay is my all-time favourite. Parking... The post Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando – Ultimate Guide appeared first on Theme Park Pro.| Theme Park Pro
The best time to arrive at Universal Orlando is one hour before the theme park is set to open. For example, if you’re visiting Universal Studios and the park is set to open at 9:00am, you want to aim to arrive at the Universal Orlando Resort by 8:00am. This gives you enough time to: Universal...| themeparkpro.com
One of the first decisions to make when planning a trip to Universal Orlando is whether to stay at an on-site hotel. There are 11 onsite hotels at Universal Orlando across three different categories: Signature Collection: Luxury Prime Value Hotels: Affordable, stylish, and great amenities Value Inns and Suites: Budget-friendly Guests staying at any of...| themeparkpro.com
Planning a trip to the Universal Orlando Resort can feel overwhelming—there’s so much to think about and do before you even arrive. Plus, there are so many things unique to a Universal Orlando vacation. But after several trips, I’ve developed a tried-and-tested planning routine that works every time. In this article, I’ll walk you through...| themeparkpro.com
The cost of food and drink at Universal Orlando depends on: For example, a burger from a quick-service spot will be cheaper than one from the Hard Rock Cafe in CityWalk. That being said, these are some of the prices I recorded on a visit to Universal Orlando in March 2025: Like most theme parks,...| themeparkpro.com
One of the worst things about visiting any theme park is waiting in line for rides. To combat this, Universal Orlando introduced the Express Pass. From my experience, a Universal Express Pass reduces wait times by about 85%. So, if a ride has a 1-hour wait, you’ll typically wait just 10 to 15 minutes. Universal...| themeparkpro.com
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is the most illusive ride at Universal Orlando. This is one of just two rides at the Universal Orlando Resort that doesn’t accept an Express Pass and often has wait times of two hours or more. If you’re a fan of the Harry Potter franchise, you will no doubt want...| themeparkpro.com
Universal Studios sells some fantastic food and drink. However, as with most theme parks, the cost of these items is inflated. You are permitted to bring food and drink into Universal Studios, provided the items meet the rules set out by Universal security. The food and drink items permitted into Universal Studios include: The food...| themeparkpro.com