Disney fans race to buy tickets for hotly anticipated new Epic Universe park at Universal Orlando
Disney theme park enthusiasts are turning their attention to Universal Orlandos Epic Universe now that they can purchase tickets to the new theme park.
Disney theme park enthusiasts are turning their attention to Universal Orlandos Epic Universe now that they can purchase tickets to the new theme park.
Fans have been flocking to the Universal Orlando website since the tourist attraction began offering Epic Universe tickets today.
This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and were thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year, said Karen Irwin, president and COO of Universal Orlando Resort.
With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests will embark on an unforgettable vacation experience with a weeks worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic!
Epic Universe will be a combination of five immersive worlds: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk, Dark Universe and Celestial Park.
Theme park enthusiasts are racing to purchase tickets for Universal Orlandos Epic Universe, which will open on May 22, 2025
Epic Universe will be a combination of five worlds, including Celestial Park
When will new Orlando park open its doors
Dennis Speigel, founder and CEO of International Theme Park Services, believes Epic Universe will easily crack over six million visitors
Epic Universe and all its immersive worlds will open for all Universal Orlando guests on May 22, 2025.
Universal Orlando first announced the park in 2019, but development was put on paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The plans, which initially had a $1 billion price tag, have now cost more than $6 billion, according to CNN.
Universal Orlando is expecting to make up for the high cost with the number of guests Epic Universe will attract.
I anticipate that this new Epic Universe theme park will easily crack 6 million plus visitors during its first 12 months of operation, Dennis Speigel, founder and CEO of International Theme Park Services, told CNN in an email.
Universal Studios theme parks have been on a huge roll since Harry Potter was introduced in 2010.
How to buy tickets for Universal Orlandos Epic Universe
Upcoming visitors should be prepared to spent between $374.88 and $554.87 per person after taxes for a three-day package
Prices will vary depending on what day a theme park enthusiast plans to visit Epic Universe
Universal Orlando is currently offering select multi-day tickets and packages on its website.
Ticket prices may be a bit high in the eyes of park guests, and they should be prepared to spend between $374.88 and $554.87 per person after taxes for a three-day package.
Prices will vary depending on what day a theme park enthusiast plans to visit Epic Universe.
Starting October 24, Universal Orlando pass holders will be lucky enough to have priority access to purchase single-day Epic Universe tickets before theyre available to the public.
Other Epic Universe ticket options will be available in the months leading up to the parks grand opening.
What hotels are closest to Epic Universe
The Universal Grand Hotel is located around Celestial Park, and will open on May 22
Universal Orlando will be opening three hotels close to Epic Universe: Universal Helios Grand Hotel, Universal Stella Nova Resort, and the Terra Luna Resort.
The Universal Helios Grand Hotel will be a 500-room resort opening its doors to guests on May 22.
The new hotel is located around Celestial Park, and is described as a majestic escape, where relaxations comes naturally.
Like the first phase of Epic Universe tickets, future Universal Orlando guests are able to start booking rooms at the Grand Hotel today.
Both Universal Stella Nova Resort and Terra Luna Resort are inspired by planets and galaxies.
Travelers can book a room at one of these out-of-this-world hotels now, before the grand openings early next year.
Here are upcoming attractions in Epic Universes five immersive worlds
Guests who Epic Universe can enjoy new attractions like Browsers Challenge, Mine-Cart Madness with Donkey Kong, and a constellation carousel
Guests who visit Super Nintendo World can enjoy new attractions like Browsers Challenge and Mine-Cart Madness with Donkey Kong
Universal Orlando guests visiting the new park can enjoy a variety of new attractions connected to its five immersive worlds.
Harry Potter fans will be able to enjoy a new attraction called the Battle at the Ministry, allowing guests to explore Ministry departments with Harry, Ron, and Hermione.
Longtime Nintendo fans will have the chance to ride on new attractions like Browsers Challenge and Mine-Cart Madness with Donkey Kong.
Families who are more interested in a world with dragons than Super Nintendo will be able to check out Isle of Berks Hiccups Wing Gliders rollercoaster or catch a live stage show.
If dragons arent dark enough, guests can start exploring a world of monsters at Dark Universe this May and see Dr. Victoria Frankenstein in Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment.
A world full of darkness may not be what everyone is looking for, which is why Celestial Park would also be an intriguing option at Epic Universe.
Described by the tourist attraction as the cosmic heart of Universal Epic Universe, the park will feature rides like Stardust Racers and a constellation carousel.
