Orlando Vacation - Universal Studios

Universal Studios Theme Park Planning Guide

Universal Studios

This is the flagship theme park for Universal Studios, not only will you experience a few theme park rides but you can also see the back stage props of many popular Universal movies such as: Spiderman, Hulk, Twister and Jaws.

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Islands of Adventure

Islands of Adventure was opened in 1999 and it was billed as the most technological theme park to ever be built. With such high expectations many Universal executives wondered if the theme park would be able to live up to all the hype…well the answer is YES. It not only lived up to the hype many experts think it has surpassed all expectations. If you are into thrill rides and roller coasters then you need to visit this great park.

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City Walk

This is not a theme park, actually it is set-up very similar to Disney’s Downtown area but better. Universal City Walk provides live entertainment night, a huge Lowes Cinema, and a numerous great restaurants.

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Special Needs

Universal Studios does an outstanding job of making sure all their guests have a great time. If you have disability or you are traveling with someone with a Special Need you will want to read this section. Universal Studios for Special Needs

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Universal Studios is really good about having special events such as Mardi Gras and Halloween Horror Nights. To keep up on your is going on at Universal Studios while you are in Orlando we have put together a guide of entertainment. Please click on the calendar and select the month you are coming to view all that Universal Studios has to offer. Universal Studios Calendar of Events or you may read our Orlando vacation blog for the most up to date information.

Lodging near Universal Studios

There are not nearly as many hotels near Universal Studios as there are around Disney World, so if you want to stay near Universal Studios then you are going to pay a little more money. Our suggestion to get the best prices on a hotel room, but still stay near Universal is to find a hotel on International Drive. Since Universal Studios is located closer to the downtown area of Orlando there is not any vacation home communities close by. If you want to stay in an Orlando vacation home you are probably going to be some 20 minutes away.