Enter a fantasy world of wizards, witches, magic spells and thrilling rides at two of Orlando’s most popular theme parks.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ brings fantasy dreams to life at Universal Studios Florida^TM and Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme parks. Journey through a magical landscape to meet mythical creatures against a backdrop of soaring castles and mysterious alleys. Dare to ride deep underground on Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™.

Board the Hogwarts™ Express and watch exciting scenes from the train window. Expect surprises in your own compartment. Disembark at the village of Hogsmeade™ to explore spooky corridors, Dumbledore’s office and the Defence Against the Dark Arts at Hogwarts™ Castle. Fly above the castle with your favorite characters on the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™ride.

For family-friendly roller coaster thrills, meet Hagrid and zoom through the Forbidden Forest on the Flight of the Hippogriff™. On the ground, venture into the streets of London and Diagon Alley™. Stop at Ollivanders™, Makers of Fine Wands Since 382 BC to find the perfect wand.

Spellbinding gifts, trinkets and magic supplies fill the shops of both theme parks. Visit Filch’s Emporium™ of Confiscated Goods for clothing, house crests, maps and movie prop replicas. Colorful candy decorates Honeydukes™, where you’ll find Fizzing Whizzbees and Chocolate Frogs^TM. Send your postcards from the Owl Post™ for a Hogsmeade™ postmark.

Dining is a treat for the taste buds, with a magical twist. Try Butterbeer™ and cottage pie at the Leaky Cauldron™ or choose from imaginative flavors at Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour. The Three Broomsticks™ restaurant greets guests with a snow-capped roof and impressive chandeliers inside. Sample sweet Pumpkin Juice™ for breakfast.

For the perfect ending to your fantasy adventure, plan to stay after dark. See the sparkling display of music and light projections that fill the sky with magic during the Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts™ Castle event.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ is separated between Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, connected by the Hogwarts™ Express. It’s open daily. Guests need Park-to-Park admission tickets or annual passes to experience both. Find numerous great resorts surrounding the area and offering shuttle bus services. Parking is available on site at an additional cost.

Plan a trip to see The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM

Westgate Palace Hotel / Universal / I-Drive

Florida Center

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per person

Aug 16 - Aug 22

Roundtrip flight included

Newark (EWR) to Orlando (MCO)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Had the best time! Everyone was wonderful. I can’t remember the lady who I talked to a lot in the coffee shop but she was soooooo sweet!!!!! I hope she gets a raise for all the hard work she puts in!

Reviewed on May 10, 2023

Seralago Hotel & Suites Main Gate East

per person

Aug 12 - Aug 18

Roundtrip flight included

Newark (EWR) to Orlando (MCO)

5.2/10 (4,501 reviews)

La verdad es que esperaba que el Hotel estuviera más presentable. El cuarto que me asignaron tenía una cablería por fuera. Los receptáculos algunos no funcionaban. El agua fría nunca funcionó. Cucarachas, pasillos sucios, alrededores sucios, máquina de hielo distante, el laundry mal oliente a orín, empleados no se ven a gusto con su trabajo. Una pena que siendo tan céntrico y no tenga un servicio de excelencia y calidad. Ojalá lo remodelen por que necesita arreglos urgentes incluyendo aires acondicionados. Su ubicación es excelente.

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2023

Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort

Brush - Stewarts

per person

Aug 16 - Aug 23

Roundtrip flight included

Newark (EWR) to Orlando (MCO)

7.2/10 Good! (3,553 reviews)

Hubiera calificado con 5 estrellas mi estadía, sin embargo el pago de 30$ por parking al día me pareció exorbitante.

Reviewed on May 31, 2023

Reviews of The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM

4.7

Top Destination

5 - Excellent

2160

4 - Good

501

3 - Okay

93

2 - Disappointing

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1 - Terrible

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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Feb 25, 2020

Make sure you use the sample car so as to see ahead of time if you fit! Very small and awkward!

4/5 - Good

Larry

Feb 3, 2020

Forbidden Journey and Gringott's are great rides. Hagrid's Ride is the best of all of them, when it is operational. Hogsmeade Village and Diagon Alley are incredible. Get the Butter Beer and enjoy the brain-freeze!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Jan 4, 2020

Buy the express passes or youll stand in a line for three hours or more ride was awesome butbwait times stink

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Dec 31, 2019

Sooooo so so so crowded. But amazing quality. Just like stepping into Hogsmeade, but with TONS and tons of muggles shoulder to shoulder. They need to "sell out" of tickets at some point.

5/5 - Excellent

Cindy

Dec 15, 2019

SOOOO COOL! Loved it---wait until your kids are about 12 or older so they really can enjoy it and are big enough to ride all the rides.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Oct 8, 2019

Go to both parks to see Harry Potter land.nn The Hogwarts ride was super fantastic.

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