Here are my recommendations for what not to miss at Universal Studios Orlando. From hotels, food, rides... the experience is like none other.
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Our favorite trip we have taken as a family. If you love Harry Potter this is a must.
Universal Studios Hollywood Vacation Packages - Expedia
One of the places we ate while at Universal. They were great with my daughter's peanut allergy.
Bigfire
Our favorite place we ate while at Universal. The food was amazing. We got guacamole they make table side. The manager came out and got down eye level with my daughter and discussed her peanut allergy with her and made her feel so comfortable. Can't ...
Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food
This restaurant was always packed while we were at Universal. We had reservations thankfully and the food was very good.
VIVO Italian Kitchen™
Highly worth it to get the freestyle cups. Unlimited refills all day at freestyle locations throughout the park. Also works for Icees.
Refillable Cups, Popcorn Buckets, and Coke Freestyle at ...
This ride was so fun and worth the hype. Make sure you get early admission to Islands of Adventure and head directly to the ride.
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
This was so fun! We went on it several times. This is also in the Island's of Adventure side.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Another must for Harry Potter fans. This is on the Universal Studios side. It's like walking insides Gringotts bank from the movies.
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts
We stayed here. It was nice to have a two bedroom suite. Very nice restaurant and pool. We grabbed the bus to and from the park everyday. Very quick ride.
Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and ...
Definitely where we want to stay on our next trip. This is the closest hotel to the park.
Universal's Hard Rock Hotel, Orlando
So fun! Legit thought I would die at some points. Loved it so much we got back in line right away.
Revenge of the Mummy
One of the oldest rides at Universal. Very cute and nostalgic.
E.T. Adventure
A must have for breakfast and it feels like you're in the movie. This is in Hogsmeade in Islands of Adventure.
Three Broomsticks™ Menu | Universal's Islands of ...
Another restaurant must have but on the Universal Studios side in Diagon Alley.
Leaky Cauldron™ in Diagon Alley
Another ride that we enjoyed. If you are a fan of the movies you will like this.
Transformers: The Ride - 3D
We went on this ride several times. Prepare to get soaked.
Jurassic Park River Adventure - Universal Orlando
Holy cow is all I have to say for this ride. If you love coasters this is a must.
Front Row POV Jurassic World VelociCoaster | Islands of Adventure
If you are a fan of the Simpsons then a stop at Duffs is a must.
Duff Brewery
So much fun. Buy a wand at Olivanders, get some Harry Potter apparel at one of the many shops. So much to see.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Diagon Alley | Universal
Breathtaking!!! Just a beautiful area. Feels like you are in the movie.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Hogsmead, Orlando
We laughed so hard on this water ride. Definitely wear a poncho or you will regret it.
