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Navigating
Navigating
There are 4 different portals you can enter from Celestial Park. Decide before entering how long you want to spend exploring every portal BEFORE going into the portal. They are all amazing, so you want to make sure you take a little time to explore them all.
Wands
Wands
Power up bands
Power up bands
Meal suggestions
Meal suggestions
Meal Suggestions
My Perfect Day Notes
My Perfect Day Notes
Celestial park
Celestial park
Your journey begins at the Cronos, a massive, awe-inspiring machine that harnesses raw cosmic energy to tear open portals to other realms. On the exact day of your visit, a rare cosmic alignment has occurred, leaving every single portal wide open simultaneously. As you explore, keep an eye out for the four unique tokens representing each of the newly accessible worlds.
The Dual Deities: The park's design is balanced by two celestial rulers. Luna, the God of Night, guards the entrance side of the park, while Apollo, the God of Light, watches over the far side.
Cosmos Lagoon: This stunning centerpiece features 7 acres of shimmering water. Designed by the same legendary creators behind the Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas, the lagoon features fountains that shoot water a staggering 135 feet into the air, all choreographed to 14 hours of completely original musical scores.
As you wander through the park, keep your eyes peeled—you just might encounter living, moving statues interacting with the environment.
The Welcome Hub: Right at the front of the park, you’ll find all your essential logistical needs, including the main locker hub, stroller and ECV rentals, Guest Services, and First Aid.
Places to eat / drink - 6 restaurants
Oak & Star Traver - they do serve breakfast - BBQ & brew house - quick service - sit down and order - small portion sizes for the price
The Plastered Owl is the bar in the Oak & Star Tavern
This cozy bar was built by the Celestians to honor a favorite local fable. According to the story, a heavily intoxicated owl ("The Plastered Owl") was out drinking with his forest buddies—Woody Wolf, Rambling Raccoon, and Dapper Deer—when he accidentally fell into a tree. That tree turned out to be a secret portal right into Celestial Park! His loyal friends jumped in after him to make sure he was okay, and the crew ended up staying for good, becoming beloved guardians of the park. While you're there, look around for the detailed wall carvings that depict their whimsical adventures.
Vibe & Entertainment: Inside, there is a small stage that features occasional live music and entertainment. It gives the venue the high-energy, immersive feel of a trendy local hotspot rather than your typical theme park bar.
Frosty Moon - soft serve ice cream with 2 toppings
Blue Dragon - pan Asian restaurant - mural of Celestrial Park - designed to look like you are in an Asian Market - check out the signs
Moonship chocolates and Celestial Sweets - feel like you're on captain Kraków’s and Vincent’s ship - has sweats from the other portals - ingredient lists and Recipe cards
There is a fun backstory to this sweet shop! Maya of the Skies is a young Celestian who sails through the galaxy on her very own moonship. On her travels, she crossed paths with Captain Cacao—the cute little bear you'll see all over the store. He signed on as her navigator just so he could keep exploring the universe alongside his best buddy. Now, Maya and Captain Cacao cruise the cosmos looking for the absolute best and tastiest ingredients to bring home to Celestial Park. If you look closely around the shop, you'll spot three distinct doors: a standard one for Maya, a smaller one for Captain Cacao, and a miniature one labeled "M.L." That tiny door belongs to Major Lolli, a sugar slider the duo met during their cosmic travels. She hopped aboard as part of the crew and now keeps the moonship running perfectly. Major Lolli is famously organized and a bit of a perfectionist—she does not mess around when it comes to safety and ship maintenance!
Atlantic - seafood & steaks
To pull you right into an underwater world, Atlantic hangs 36 biomechanical, fish-shaped lanterns from the ceiling that look like they are swimming right above you. Glow and shimmer radiate through their scales, making the whole aquarium illusion feel incredibly real. The ocean vibe is pulled together with beautiful bronze sculptures of a seahorse and a merboy scattered throughout the dining area.
Massive glass windows wrap around the restaurant, giving diners a front-row seat to the beautiful fountains and stunning scenery of Celestial Park.
The story goes that a young sailor named Fernando del Mar grew up on his grandmother Valentina’s wild stories about the ocean. She always talked about her adventures in the Bermuda Triangle, claiming it was packed with mythical creatures like mermaids, ichthyocentaurs, and unbelievable secrets. Driven to find out if it was true, Fernando took off on his ship, the Adriata 2. Instead of danger, he discovered that the Bermuda Triangle was actually a gateway straight to Celestial Park! Totally captivated by the magic of the place, he chose to drop anchor for good and open a fine-dining spot to bring the wonder and secrets of the Atlantic to life for everyone else.
Comet Dog - specialty hot dogs
Meteor Astro Pub - typical pub food
The mastermind behind this restaurant is Omar Alia, a young stargazer who comes from a long line of astronomers. Growing up, he spent most of his time up in his family’s astronomy tower, eating warm comfort food while looking up at the night sky. His deep love for the cosmos eventually brought him to Celestial Park, where he started training as a Chronocosmic Engineer—one of the special Celestians tasked with looking after the Chronos and keeping the portals running. While working on his studies, Omar decided to launch a restaurant that perfectly combines his two biggest passions: cozy, comforting food and the magic of the universe.
Pizza moon
Whimsical, quick-service cosmic pizzeria owned by two Celestians, Hugo de Lune and Cosimo Alessandro Nanarossa. Hugo originally started as a Broadway performer in New York City in the early 1900s before deciding to run away and join a traveling French circus. While on the road, he met Cosimo, who came from a long line of traditional Italian pizza makers. The two formed an instant creative partnership, fell in love, and eventually purchased an old Victorian theater in Celestial Park to bring their unique talents together.
The entire eatery is set directly inside the historic theater, complete with a main stage and playful paper actors featured throughout the seating area and on vintage-style show posters. Guests will spot several clever nods to the iconic 1902 silent film, A Trip to the Moon.
The theater's "current production" tells a charming story: a rocket ship manned by "Space Cowboys"—the nickname given to Celestians who scout the universe for hidden portals—has crash-landed on the Moon. Curious lunar residents emerge to investigate the wreckage. Convinced that the Moon is made entirely of cheese, the locals decide to harness the blazing fire from the crashed rocket to bake—what else?—the perfect pizza! In a brilliant design touch, the restaurant's actual pizza oven is styled to look exactly like that crashed rocket ship.
The Food: Pair the crisp Rocket Fuel Salad with a slice of the signature Pizza Lunare.
The Drinks: Be sure to try The Speechless Astronomer, widely considered by locals to be the absolute best beer in the entire park.
Celestitiki bar
Legend has it that this unique watering hole was established by the very same intrepid Celestian explorer who originally discovered Volcano Bay. Bringing a touch of that legendary, tropical island flair to Celestial Park, the bar seamlessly blends exotic, island-inspired vibes with the park's signature cosmic magic. It’s the perfect place to kick back, grab a drink, and enjoy a tropical escape right in the middle of the universe.
Starbucks is the located at the front and a kiosk near Dark Universe
Rides
Constellation carousel
Cosmic reimagining of a classic merry-go-round where guests can climb aboard a stunning celestial character inspired by a real night-sky constellation. With no height requirement, this family-friendly attraction is an absolute must-visit that offers a fresh experience every single time you ride.
This is far from a traditional carousel. As the ride moves, your constellation vehicle can spin a full 360 degrees while rotating across three to four different turntables. The way your character glides and spins is dictated entirely by the music soundtrack, meaning the ride maneuvers dynamically change depending on the song that is playing.
The carousel features seven to eight different music tracks, ranging from funky jazz to romantic love songs.
The Ceiling Dome: As you spin, look up at the breathtaking dome ceiling. It features the changing phases of the moon alongside an enchanting Star Tracker that showcases rotating celestial star patterns. Right at the very center of the ceiling, an instrument called the Mesmerizer creates a captivating, moving ribbon-cone effect overhead.
Why Nighttime is Best: While it's beautiful during the day, it is highly recommended to ride the carousel at night after the sun has set. Once darkness falls, built-in fiber-optic lights illuminate each vehicle, glowing in the exact shape of the constellation that the animal represents.
Star dust racer
Prepare to blast off on Stardust Racers, an dual-track coaster manufactured by Mack Rides that stands as the longest and most ambitious roller coaster in Universal Orlando Resort history. Stretching across a massive 1.8-mile track and towering 133 feet tall, this incredibly smooth experience has a 48-inch height requirement and reaches thrilling top speeds of 62 mph.
From the moment you step into the queue, the immersion begins—keep an eye out for fallen comets that have crashed along the ride line. Once you board, you aren't just on a roller coaster; you are riding a comet shooting through the sky. The adventure kicks off immediately with a thrilling double launch at the beginning, and because there are no brake zones along the layout, the fast-paced, breathless energy never lets up.
The experience features two distinct, interwoven tracks—one yellow and one green—sparking a friendly rivalry between riders. While both offer an incredible ride, seasoned riders know to choose Team Gold (the yellow track). When the two tracks meet for the coaster's signature Celestial Spin maneuver, Team Gold goes through the inversion right-side up, delivering spectacular airtime.
While Stardust Racers is a blast during the day, it truly shines after the sun goes down. The coaster features no external track lighting at night. Instead, only the ride vehicles themselves are fully illuminated, making them look exactly like blazing comets cutting through the pitch-black sky.
The Vehicles: Every single ride vehicle is uniquely named after a famous scientist or explorer.
The Flux Capacitor: According to park lore, a certain time-traveling doctor once ventured through a portal into Celestial Park. He offered his advanced technology to help stabilize the racing comets for guests. As a tribute to his brilliant solution, take a peek at the very back of your ride vehicle before you take off—you’ll spot a familiar flux capacitor. Great Scott!
Shops
Various Emporium Sensorium Emporium is the former workshop of Vincent Various and has things from all of the portals
Vincent Various, a famous Celestian explorer and one of the very first people to travel to Celestial Park, left a piece of his history right here. If you look up above the checkout area, you can see his old workspace, which features a chalkboard covered in his personal notes. If you check closely, you'll also notice a telescope pointed right at the night sky. Even though Vincent has officially retired from his wandering days, he still uses it to keep an eye on the cosmic worlds he used to explore.
Lens Flare is your photo spot
North Star Wintery Wonders is your Christmas decor (see the snope)
Even though everyone knows Santa's main headquarters is at the North Pole, he actually runs a backup workshop right inside Celestial Park at North Star Wintry Wonders. According to local lore, Santa got caught in a massive blizzard, took an accidental tumble through a portal, and wound up right here. He loved the park so much that Vincent Various, Celestial Park’s resident genius inventor, offered him a spot to set up a workshop. If you look up above the store shelves, you can actually watch an enchanted conveyor belt moving presents from Celestial Park all the way to the North Pole, loading them straight into Santa's sleigh!
Also, make sure to watch the digital conveyor belt showcasing Santa's busy workshop—you might catch a glipse of Earl the Squirrel being made for the children.
Other World Mercantile - biggest merchandise shop at epic - if you look up, you will see the concept drawings for epic
Nintendo super star store - just has Super Nintendo world - check out the fountain with the coins - note this is where you can get power up bands before Super Mario World Opens - 4 pickman’s hidden around the store - note there is a lot of Zelda stuff so is there possibly a future expansion to include a Zelda ride?
How to train your dragon: Isle of Burk
How to train your dragon: Isle of Burk
This grand entrance is designed as a massive watchtower that the citizens of Berk would have built to protect their home. As you step inside, the portal area makes you feel as though you are walking straight through a blazing wall of fire. Look up as you pass through, and you'll catch a Night Terror dragon flying directly overhead. The structure itself is covered in intricate details showcasing all the different species of dragons from the island.
The Timeline: You are officially a Viking in training! The setting for this land takes place between the events of the second and third How to Train Your Dragon movies. After previous centuries of conflict left their structures destroyed, the villagers built everything back up to reflect their new way of life.
A Massive Scale: Spanning 15.5 acres, this is the largest portal and land in the entire park.
The History Rock: Right as you walk in, a massive rock carving recounts the legendary story of Berk from the very first film.
The 40-Foot Sentinels: Guarding the Isle of Berk are two towering, 40-foot-tall sentinel statues. Originally, the entrance was guarded by two Vikings, but after those were destroyed, they were rebuilt as a Viking and a dragon standing together to symbolize their newfound harmony.
Hand-Carved Craftsmanship: Take a close look at the wooden benches scattered around the area—they were actually crafted and textured using a chainsaw to give them a rugged, authentic Viking feel.
Sleeping Dragons: Keep an eye out for the resting dragons tucked away in the environment. If you watch them closely, you can actually see them dreaming.
By the Numbers: The village is packed with realistic props to make it feel lived-in. See if you can spot the 119 buckets, 120 baskets, 175 barrels, 115 books, 168 crates, and 151 feed sacks placed throughout the land.
Interactive Elements: Don't just look around—be sure to turn the various interactive wheels you find to see what happens.
Gobber’s Forge - Make sure to stop by the forge and fort belonging to Gobber, the resident Viking inventor. If you happen to encounter him, ask him the secret to how he brews his legendary mead! Also, keep an eye out for his dragon, Scrub. Scrub's primary job is to keep the forge fire lit, but you'll usually just catch him napping on the job.
Fishlegs’ Viking Training Camp is an interactive, multi-level playground designed specifically for junior Vikings. This active play area is the perfect spot for kids to climb, explore, and burn off some energy. The beloved, dragon-obsessed Viking himself is on hand to teach young heroes-in-training everything they need to know about the island's unique dragon species. The playground's unique structure is positioned so you can look out and watch all the high-flying action happening next door on Hiccup’s Wing Gliders.
Meet & Greet
Haddock paddocks is where you meet toothless. Need to ask his permission to approach. Pet between his eyes on his nose. There is a Viking with him to guide you. Visit early in the day.
Little white dragons are toddlers - one is called pouncer, roughrunner,
Show
The Untrainable Dragon
Duration: The show runs for approximately 20 minutes.
Arrival: It is highly recommended to arrive at the theater at least 15 minutes prior to show time to secure your spot. However, keep this on your flexible list, as it can be skipped if you are tight on time for rides.
Seating: There is no bad seat in the house! You can sit wherever you prefer, as the entire theater offers fantastic, unobstructed views of the stage and overhead action.
The absolute highlight of the production occurs when Toothless takes to the air. The massive, life-sized animatronic dragon will captivate the audience by soaring directly above the crowd. To appreciate the engineering marvel, Toothless weighs an incredible 1,157 pounds and boasts a massive wingspan of nearly 27 feet!
Rides
Hiccups wing gliders
Exhilarating family coaster designed to feel like a dragon-flying racing machine. Reaching thrilling speeds of up to 45 mph, this attraction features a 40-inch height requirement. For your convenience, complimentary lockers are available near the entrance for any loose items larger than a standard fanny pack.
The Workshop: As you walk through, you'll be surrounded by Hiccup's personal blueprints, drawings of his latest inventions, and sketches documenting his travels. If you listen closely, you can even hear Hiccup and Toothless chatting with one another. Keep an eye out for a massive mechanical catapult designed to safely catch a dragon inside the workshop.
Hiccup’s Map of the Known World: While waiting, look for this highly detailed chart. It showcases all the neighboring islands and the specific dragon species that inhabit them, giving you a perfect breakdown of the local geography before your flight.
Dragon 101 Carvings: Keep your eyes on the rock walls along the queue! You'll spot ancient stone carvings etched with various dragon species, their names, and fascinating behavioral facts Hiccup has discovered during his adventures.
Once you climb aboard this flying attraction, you're in for a dynamic experience. The coaster features six unique audio tracks, meaning you can get a slightly different vibe and story experience each time you ride.
While on the ride, there are The Gronckle Egg Display: One of the most unique artifacts on display is a massive Gronckle eggshell. A nearby fact note reveals that this single shell is equivalent in weight to 84 large chicken eggs, weighing in at roughly 13 pounds!
Fyre Drill
Board a Viking ship and choose your side - are you Team Ruffnut or Team Tuffnut? This high-energy shooting water ride pits ships against each other as you blast water cannons that shoot a powerful 28-foot spray through the air.
The Competition: Your main goal is to hit the many interactive "fyre" targets scattered all around the attraction, but you'll also be engaging in fierce water battles with rival Viking ships. Keep your competitive spirit up, because the losing team ultimately gets the most soaked!
What to Wear: Ponchos are absolutely a must if you want to avoid getting completely drenched, and it is highly recommended to wear flip-flops instead of sneakers.
Gear Storage: Don't worry about your electronics or dry clothes; there are designated storage spots built right into the ship to safely protect any items you don't want getting wet.
Dragon racer rally
High-flying attraction featuring a 48-inch height requirement. On this ride, you’ll practice your dragon-riding maneuvers aboard a specialized training machine designed by the Vikings.
The Experience: You can choose your riding style based on two of Berk's most famous dragons—Astrid's Deadly Nadder, Stormfly, or Snotlout's Monstrous Nightmare, Hookfang.
Take Control: This isn't a passive ride; you control the intensity! By manipulating the wings of your vehicle, you can perform wild barrel rolls mid-air.
The Ultimate Challenge: If you're feeling brave, push your skills to the limit—the ultimate goal for a master Viking in training is to hit 10 complete flips during the flight!
Places to eat
Hooligan's grog & gruel has the famous Mac & cheese cones
How to treat your dragon - treat shop
look for fishcicles which are dragon treats
Spit Fyre Grill - flames grill meats and bowls - healthier theme park option - now sells cones - Hogans hideaway - great place to sit
Meade hall
quick-service restaurant, serving up hearty meal options in a grand, immersive setting. Right from the entrance, you’ll notice the massive scale of the building, which features faux entrance doors that stand an impressive 16 feet 7 inches tall. Inside, you can even find and sit in Stoick’s legendary chieftain chair!
The Kegasaurus: While grabbing a drink at the bar, be sure to check out the Kegasaurus—a unique fixture designed to look like a dragon holding a massive keg.
Yaknog: Don't miss out on trying Yaknog, a festive celebration drink that tastes like a delicious blend of chocolate and cinnamon.
Dessert: For a sweet finish, order the "Stormfly Catch of the Day," which is a rich chocolate mousse.
Gothi’s Hut: Just behind Mead Hall, you can spot the hut belonging to Gothi, the village elder. Keep an eye out for her, as she is often seen standing right out in front of it.
Comfort Note: If you need a break from the heat, the family-friendly restrooms located here are fully air-conditioned.
Shopping
Toothless treasurers is where you can adopt a dragon
Viking traders is where you get your viking armor
Dark universe
Dark universe
Land based on the classic monsters -Frankenstein, invisible man, Dracula, the wolf man, creature from the black lagoon
Portal based on apparatus that brought Frankenstein alive. Also you can see all the monsters trying to escape the portal. The Portal powered by the dark kinetic energy.
Darkmoor is an Old decrepit village built on top of catacombs so there are some bars and you can hear something down in their cage
Photo op with coffins
Bell tower ringing means monsters have been sited. At night you can see someone going up to ring the tower
Note there is a crossbow near the bell tower. And there are arrows that did not hit their targets around
Maria Grave stone of a little girl picking flowers is from Frankenstein where the monster threw the girl into the lake and she drowns
Castle is called Frankenstein Manor
Ship weather vanes is the demenor - Dracula's ship
Mud on walls to try and keep the monsters out and spikes on the chimney keeps flying animals from entering your home
Fountain is a way to transport human blood down to the catacombs for the vampires that live below - the saying says I will never forget you except by your will.
428 on a brick - birthday of head of universal during monster movie years
Bathroom signs are unique, toilets black in this area
Note the energy pulsing through the village when Dr V is doing her experience
Lions head is pub from invisible man - can't go in
Dr Jekyll Apotheker - you can hear Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde
Makeover experience - 1 hour - can’t drink after doing this. - free touch ups throughout the day - they give you make up wipes - do this before meeting monsters - $45 and takes 20 mins
The forest area is where you will find the Guild of the Mystics - werewolf
Spookier at night
Meet & Great
Igor - going through graves looking for body parts for Victoria Frankensteins monsters
Invisible man - ask him for some mono cane to take over the world
Violist will give you a great story on the village plays in front of the mayor house. It’s a blugomaatee -
Meet with Frankenstein & his bride - same day service for burying & reburing cause things don’t like to stay buried - pitch forks all around
Ride
Monsters unchained -
48 inch height requirement - Dr Victoria Frankenstein is the great great granddaughter of Dr Henry Frankenstein - she wants to control or tame the classic monsters - single rider line skips a lot of the que and pre show - express shows most of the pre show
outside que you can see the other entrance to the undercroft - ride takes you down to the catacombs below - also you can see the tomb of Dr. Frankenstein which is graffitied
read what’s in the crates to see the supplies
study has a portrait of Henry Frankenstein & his wife Elizabeth and family tree
Frank in the tank - Dr Victoria studying him to figure out how to improve - brain & neck bolts important for transport of electricity
main entrance stairwell of the manor has lots of souls being taken on the walls - Dr Henry looks down upon you with the blue energy to control the dead - statues were frankensteined and the body parts are sewn together - portait of Dr Victoria
jump scares on the video - can't capture the Invisible Man which is why he's in Dakrmoor
how she taming Dracular - looking at vampire bats
Igor gives you instructors in preshow - look around the ride vehicle (statues of monsters below you)
Dracula's medallion and fingers of his brides as that is what he did when he ended his relationship with them
Dr Victoria's jacket & crossbow
Wolfman footprint & his teeth and creatures hand
everything goes in lockers however you cannot have a Fanny pack on your waste - go down to the end as those lockers are less crowded
next room has lots of nods to the monsters on the ride
when on the ride, you will feel the electricity through your back
can breakdown a lot more in the evening.
14 animatronics in this ride - final Dracula takes your breathe away.
Curse of the werewolf- you have had your fortune told and you have been affected by the werewolf curse and now you must face the beast -
40” ride requirement - spinner - every time you ride it, it different because it’s based on weight distribution of 4 people on your ride vehicle. Wait no more than 30 minutes for this ride.
Places to eat
Das stakehaus - vampires live under the restaurant and vampire familiars which are humans doing the bidding of the vampires hoping for the immortality life - steaks are skewer - try the dark horse beer in this land - it’s light and has a pumpkin spice flavor even though it looks dark - you are underground when in here and if you look up, you will see the tree roots coming through the grate - portrait is Mina one of Dracula’s loves that got away - vampires on stakes were killed by Dracula himself - Aruna is the little girl that was the tattle tale to Dracula
Burning blade tavern - blades erupt every 15 mins - bells will tone before - more pitch forks - lots of monsters that are captured and some of the weapons to catch monsters - order crossbow, it’s on the secret menu - hunters garlic stake is a garlic bread stick with a butter garlic sauce - monster hunters will come through - you can ask about their stories
Shopping
The Manor Storehouse
Pretorius Scientific Oddities - based on Dr. Pretorius was 6 feet and the coffin is not, so he must have been buried in pieces - he was known for shrinking things into jars - 428 is what is on the radio which is a knod to the head of Universal during the Monster years
Super Nintendo world
Super Nintendo world
Largest Super Mario World in all the world
Portal has characters, at the top in Mario on a rotating coin where is is the classic Mario and current day Mario. Fire flower, one up mushrooms, invisibility stars and coins on top of the portal. The green warp pipe where you will see Rainbow Magic. Definitely notice the music.
Princess peach castle has a nod to super Mario 64 with the portraits that change just like they did in the Mario games.
Once you walk through, note you will see Mario flag on top of Bean Pole. Once in the world, make sure to look back and admire Princess Peach castle
Donkey Kong country is towards the back and you will go through a tunnel that is like a cave entrance and has a more tropical feel back there.
Power Up Bands - Throughout this world, you will need a power up band to collect coins, find secret characters and get a better score on Mario Kart. You need one for each person who will want to play bowser Junior shadow showdown. You need to hook up your power band to the universal play section of the app. Screens around the park will give you your stats on how you are doing
Collect coins by Hitting ? Blocks till it stops making noise
If you see an “M” hit it - secret characters show up
Flower is also a game
There are binoculars around, if you see stars twinkling or pikmins, zoom in or out really fast
5 Key challenges - need 3 keys to play Bowser Junior Shadow Showdown
Goomba Crazy Crank
Koopa Troopa POWer Punch
Bom-omb Kaboom Room - note you get smaller after the bomb goes off, and the mushroom allows you to grow in size
Piranha Plan Nap Mishap
Thwomp Panel Panic
Donkey Kong area - Hit the K-O-N-G around the island
Ramby’a Bongo Breakout - Play the bongos correct to see Ramby
Meet and greets - Princess Peach, Mario, Luigi, Donkey Kong
Rides
Browser Jr Shadow Showdown - you make your shadows compete
Yoshi adventure- 34” height requirement - Que is cute, but ride is for very young kids - get 3 color eggs and you will see the golden egg - this ride is based on Super Mario Brothers 2 Yoshi Island
Mario Kart Bowser Challenge -
40” height requirement - you wear visors & goggles -
Que takes you through Bowsers Castle - read the titles of the books in Bowsers library - there is a Bowser portrait signed by the founder of Nintendo when he visited the land - bom bom factory has lava
when riding the ride look at what you want to hit - drive a car hit your band at the center of the steering wheel - your shell color matches the color of the steering wheel
Mine Kart Madness - 40” height requirements - you help donkey Kong protect the golden banana from the tiki tak tribe - it is a little bumpy - you get shot out of a barrel
Places to eat
Yoshi’s snack island
Toadstool cafe - quick service restaurant - busy restaurant so eat off peak hours because this is popular with the kids - watch all the story lines in the windows - music and lighting changes when Bowser is there.
Turbo Boost Treats - popcorn
Bubbly Barrel - snack shack
Merchandise
1up Factory - biggest merchandise in the area
Funky’s Fly n By - is a merchandise shop in Donkey Kong country
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
The entrance to this land is designed around a massive Time-Turner. As you step inside, the portal visibly spins and lets out an audible ticking sound, signaling that you are about to bridge two completely different eras: 1920s Paris and 1990s London.
Look closely at the sides of the archway. The left side features iconic wands from the Harry Potter era (including Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Voldemort). The right side showcases wands from Fantastic Beasts (Newt, Tina, Queenie, and even Jacob’s fake wand). At the very top, these two distinct timelines literally merge as the wands combine to form the Elder Wand, bridging the two stories together.
Entering 1920s Paris - The Muggle Park: As you emerge from the portal, you will feel as though you’ve just stepped off a Paris Métro station and into a Muggle park. Take a look at the ground to spot realistic bicycle tire tracks, and listen closely to hear the distinct sounds of early 1900s automobiles passing by.
The Phoenix Arch - Moving past the Muggle area, you will encounter the grand Phoenix Arch, which serves as the official threshold into the wizarding side of Paris. Be sure to pause here and examine the architecture, as it is covered in intricate carvings of various magical creatures.
Place Cachée: Once through the arch, you’ll find yourself in Place Cachée, a bustling, hidden district for witches and wizards. The immersion here is massive, with stunning, grand buildings towering 65 to 70 feet tall. Pro Tip: To fully appreciate the world-building, make sure you have your Google Translate app downloaded and ready. Many of the signs, advertisements, and posters scattered throughout the Parisian streets are written in French, and translating them uncovers a lot of fun, hidden wizarding lore!
When walking around the land (not in the order you will see them)
Street musicians will wander throughout the land - can see a Puffskein hiding in their band cart.
An Auror is a law enforcement official for the Ministry of Magic or other wizarding governing body
Exchange Students from Hogwarts, Beauxbatons and Ilvermorny - ask to see their books
La Famause Fougara - Flower shop window - bowtruckles can be found here
Aux Van Taux Venteux - Locksmith shop window - bowtruckles can be found here - smallest animatronics
Jewelry Store Window - can see a black niffler
Les Galeries Mirifiques - department store - can see baby nifflers in the windows - the upper floor is where the sports section or toy section
Oculus Regulus Opticien - a mooncalf can be found peeking out from the window in the shop's front door. It will chirp, coo and move as guests speak to it.
Antiquities window - talking portraits - they will teach you a wand trick
School for Apparition
French Ministry For Magic. Entrance is off to the side which is a lift Device. Protected by a charm of so it doesn't move.
Nicolas Flamel home - he created the Sorcer's Stone - there is a spell to see the Sorcer's Stone & another is the Crystal Ball predicts a wizard boy will find a Stone.
The house of coffins - please don't mention the Sorcer's Stone
Doctor Gothers Apothecary -
Paper Store - notebooks for the local school
Madam Malkin's - Robe Maker
K. Remelle Sweet Shop - bakery goods, candy store and has some merchandise including Butterbeer items. Kowalski is Queenie's boo.
Les Galeries Mirifiques - department store - nifflers in the chandeliers - old
Patisserie Matagot - bakery
Librairie Magillard - library
Music Store
Shopping
Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique - The name of the Persian wand maker is Cosme Acajor creates beautiful wands that can be purchased here. She believes the wizard influences the wand.
Olivander Wands come in a square box and are themed to specific characters. Cosme Acajor's wands come in a signature triangular box with unique wand logo on the end. Her wands are themed based on elements. They all come with a map that will show you where and how to use the wand.
1st generation wands and cannot be linked to your Universal Orlando app. 2ng generation wands can be linked, take you on different spell quests and do light up.
Make sure to have a backpack big enough to hold your wand box. They will give you a bag to carry the box in, but the bag will get smashed when you try and put it into lockers to ride the rides.
light fixture is made up of 800 crystal wands - there are also spells carved into the top of light - pixies at the top of the light
Cosme's personal office is on the top floor
Food options
Cafe L'air De La Sirene - quick service restaurant
Charming quick-service dining location that beautifully blends French-inspired treats with hearty 1920s Italian dishes. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the breathtaking, towering dessert displays made up of nearly 2,000 individual, decorative cream puffs.
Don't miss out on trying the unique Butterbeer Crêpe or the signature Butterbeer Waffle alongside their savory Italian selections.
The Ceiling: Look up to spot a Dirigible Plum (Dillywig) and a tiny, winged Golden Snidget. This rare bird, known for its golden feathers and vibrant red eyes, was actually the original target used in early Quidditch matches. Because the fragile birds were constantly killed during game play, the sport faced a massive crisis—until a brilliant metal-charmer named Bowman Wright invented the enchanted, walnut-sized Golden Snitch to perfectly mimic the Snidget's flight patterns and save the species.
Le Gobelet Noir - quick service restaurant
A mysterious and deeply atmospheric tavern where international dark witches and wizards secretly gather to escape the watchful, prying eyes of the Paris Ministry.
The tavern features lots of seating spread across several unique, interconnected rooms that are yours to explore.
As you dine, take a close look at your surroundings—the Deathly Hallows symbol can be seen hanging quietly in a corner, and you’ll spot intricate puppets representing characters from The Tale of the Three Brothers.
Keep your ears open while exploring; you can distinctly hear the muffled sounds of someone having a private, secretive conversation upstairs. The tavern is also known to attract witches from all corners of the world, whispering dark rumors and warning patrons about the rise of Grindelwald.
Menu Highlights - The Fare: Unlike typical light café options, this spot serves up much heartier European dishes, including a comforting mix of authentic French, German, and Hungarian fare.
Bar Moonshine
wizarding-world sports bar themed entirely around the high-flying game of Quidditch, with vibrant decorations celebrating various teams.
The Signature Drink: Be sure to order a glass of Gigglewater, a popular and festive magical beverage that is bound to put a smile on your face.
Magical Window: Don't miss a look through the bar's window display, where you can watch a magical creature undergo a fascinating renewal process. - Demiguise
Show
Le Cirque Arcanus - circus tent - the magic overtakes you and the tent gets very large once you enter - live performers, puppetry and special effects - Skender ends up with Newt Scamander's suitcase. As the pre-show narrative ends, Skender's assistant, Gwenlyn, accidentally opens the suitcase.
Rides
Harry Potter Battle of the Ministry - ride
Step into the British Ministry of Magic for an unforgettable adventure. This highly immersive attraction features a 40-inch height requirement.
Logistics Note: While Universal Express Pass is accepted here and will get you to the ride faster, keep in mind that using it will cause you to bypass some of the incredibly detailed scenes in the main queue.
The Journey & The Grand AtriumThe Métro-Floo: Your experience begins as you board the Métro-Floo—a unique Parisian twist on the classic Floo Network. You'll be whisked away through a brilliant transit-style area lined with 80,000 individual tiles designed to look exactly like a French subway station.The Project Number Chutes: You will emerge directly out of giant, glowing, fireplace-like portals into the Ministry lobby. If you look closely, each Floo chute is stamped with a different number. These numbers are a clever real-world nod to the internal project codes used during the construction of Epic Universe:
901: Celestial Park
902: Dark Universe
903: Isle of Berk
904: Super Nintendo World
905: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
Giant-Sized Floo: While exiting, make sure to look back at the massive, towering chimney—this specific Floo powder chute is designated for giant use only.
The Atrium Lobby: The grand atrium is a magnificent feast for the eyes. Look up to admire the shifting enchanted weather ceiling overhead, and watch the magical internal memos and letters flying through the air between the upper offices.
Lobby Conveniences: Nestled directly within the grand lobby space, you can spot the Ministry Munchies coffee cart and a neighboring News Cart.
Fountain of Magical Brethren: At the center of the atrium stands the magnificent, fully restored statue. Notably, it has been returned to its original, "nice" version—exactly as it looked before it was destroyed during the legendary battle between Dumbledore and Voldemort.
Registration Desk & Interactive Map: As you move deeper into the queue, you'll pass the Ministry Registration booths, which are eerily abandoned today as the staff prepares for the trial. Take time to examine the desks to spot active Wanted Posters, and look for the large, detailed map of the Ministry of Magic. This interactive map dynamically changes to give you live security alerts, while also hiding details like the Flying Car, the Knight Bus, and tucked-away magical creatures.
The Hall of Ministers: Next, you’ll enter a portrait gallery where past Ministers of Magic vividly come to life and chat amongst each other. You’ll see leaders spanning centuries, including Ulick Gamp, who is proudly highlighted as the very first Minister of Magic. Sharp-eyed fans will notice that the gallery is notably missing a portrait of Pius Thicknesse due to his dark history and connection to Voldemort.
Auror The Locker Room: The queue takes you right through the locker room used by the Aurors-in-training. Because Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Neville Longbottom all successfully went on to become Aurors, you can find each of their personalized lockers here.
Auror Headquarters: Step into the main workspace where the Aurors actively gather intel. This area includes a solemn, moving room dedicated to honoring fallen Aurors. As you look around, you'll also see the physical evidence being gathered to arrest and convict Umbridge—including the infamous Black Quill she used to carve lines into students' arms.
Umbridge's Office & Higgledy: Before reaching the ride, you will walk right through Dolores Umbridge’s famously gaudy, pink-and-gold office, completely adorned with her moving cat plates. Her former house-elf, Higgledy, is frantically packing up the office. In a fun twist, Higgledy happens to be a massive fan of Hermione Granger and is thrilled to officially escort Umbridge down to her trial.
From here, you will finally enter the lift station, where you’ll board an omnidirectional lift to travel straight to the courtroom for Dolores Umbridge’s historic trial!
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