No trip to Los Angeles would be complete without visiting some of its famous film studios. But which one to choose – Universal Studios Hollywood or Warner Bros Studio Tour?
We recently visited both of LA’s most famous film studios – Warner Bros and Universal Studios Hollywood. In this guide, we compare the two giving you a good overview of the main things you can see and do at each place and what the main differences are.
That way, you know what to expect and can choose the one that looks the most interesting to you, or the one that best fits your LA itinerary.
Spoiler alert: Visiting Universal Studios or Warner Bros are two totally different experiences. So if you have time, we highly recommend you do both. You can even get a combination ticket for both studios.
But if you have to pick just one, there are quite a few things you may want to know before deciding which one to visit. There are big differences in price, but also in what you get to see, how much time you need, etc. Find out!
Tickets & Prices
Let’s start with one of the biggest deciding factors on which place to visit – the ticket prices of the Warner Bros Studio Tour vs Universal Studios in LA.
Good to know: Visiting Warner Bros Studios is significantly cheaper (further below, you will learn why there is such as big difference in price).
At the moment of writing, a regular ticket for Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood costs $69. Whereas the prices of Universal Studios Hollywood tickets vary per day and per season. Even on the cheapest dates, a regular ticket here costs almost twice the price compared to Warner Bros.
Also, at Universal Studios, you can upgrade to an ‘Express’ ticket or even opt for a VIP experience, which is obviously, a lot more expensive.
Parking: Parking at Warner Bros Studios costs $15 and it’s located just at the entrance. Parking at Universal Studios costs $30-60 per day depending on how close to the entrance you park. In most cases, you’ll have to walk about 5-10 minutes to the entrance.
For families: Warner Bros has small discounts for children between 5 and 10 years old (children under the age of 5 are not allowed on their studio tours!). At Universal Studios, infants can visit for free, and kids between 3 and 9 get a small discount. In both cases, discounts for children are just a few dollars.
TIP: Both – Warner Bros and Universal Studios Hollywood – are among the most popular things to do in Los Angeles. To save time and money, book your tickets in advance! That way, you just walk straight to the entrance and can skip the lines at the ticket desk (or have to wait for hours for the next available tour). Also, if you can, visit Universal Studios on a weekday and ideally outside of the school holidays.
Good to know: You can book tickets for both studios on various websites and the prices are normally the same everywhere. We booked all our tickets via GetYourGuide and recommend them for several reasons. First, the booking process is simple and takes just a few clicks. Second, you pay the price that you see, so there are no extra sales taxes or other costs added at check out. And finally, they normally offer free cancelation up to 24 hours before your visit, so it’s very simple to cancel or amend your visit times if you have to.
What to Expect & How Much Time Do You Need
Both – Universal Studios Hollywood and Warner Brothers Studios in Los Angeles – are working film studios. In both cases, you can see some film sets and the actual studios where movies are being made. However, that’s also pretty much where the similarity ends.
Universal Studios Hollywood is first and foremost a theme park where a studio tour is just one of the many activities on offer. Whereas Warner Bros Studios are exclusively movie studios, so everything you see and do here is focused around their film sets.
Further below, you can read more about each place and what exactly you can see and do there. But first, some practical information about how much time you need at each place.
Universal Studios Hollywood ticket is valid for the whole day, and indeed, you can easily spend an entire day here. The studio tour itself takes just 1 hour. The rest of the time is spent on various rollercoaster rides and some shows.
Unless you upgrade to an ‘Express’ ticket or opt for a VIP experience, a visit here includes lots of queuing (just like any other theme park, really).
Whereas Warner Bros Studio Tour takes only around 3 hours, and the tickets can be booked for various time slots throughout the day. You start with a guided tour of the studios which takes about 1 hour. You then spend about 1 hour at some of their most famous film/sitcom sets and the rest of the time exploring costumes and vehicles from famous movies, plus various Harry Potter-themed experiences.
If you rush through everything, you could probably visit in about 2 hours. And if you take it easy, you can spend a bit more time. All in all, you should plan 2.5 to 3.5 hours for a visit to Warner Bros Studios.
Crowds
While both studios are very popular,it feels significantly busier at Universal Studios than at Warner Bros. This has several reasons.
Universal Studios Hollywood is a huge theme park, so there are simply many more people who can visit the park at any given time. Also, most people spend the entire day here and try to do as many of the most popular attractions as possible.
Wait times at the most popular rides during the peak hours of the day can often exceed 1 hour. If you want to avoid this, try to visit on weekdays in the low season, or upgrade your tickets that allow skipping the lines (you can see the prices for both – regular and express tickets when you choose your travel dates).
Whereas at Warner Bros Studios, the visits are timed, and they all start with an introductory film and a 1-hour guided tour of the film studios. This part is where you go with a guide and the number of seats in a vehicle is limited. When you book your ticket, you choose a specific time slot, so there is hardly any wait involved.
Once the guided tour is finished, you do the rest at your own pace. You may have to wait a few minutes to take pictures of yourself sitting on the ‘Friends’ couch or similar, but it’s not comparable to the wait times at Universal Studios.
Our experience: We visited both – Warner Bros Studios and Universal Studios Hollywood during the peak holiday season right after New Year. While it was crazy busy at Universal Studios, it was rather quiet at Warner Bros Studios. The longest wait at Warner Bros was to order lunch at their cafe, and it was literally less than 5 minutes.
Whereas at Universal Studios, we were glad to find an attraction or a restaurant where we ‘only’ had to queue for half an hour. Many popular rides had waiting times of 40-60 minutes, and some even required to make timed reservations for the queue via their app.
Shopping & Dining
Both studios have a few dining options and both have gift shops where you can find all kinds of movie-themed souvenirs.
Universal Studios are much bigger, so you will find countless restaurants, cafes, and food stands. They also have souvenir shops at each attraction and pretty much all around you.
Warner Bros. has a cafe at the entrance and also a small restaurant at the studio where you stop for a self-guided tour of ‘Friends’ and other film sets.
Good to know: Souvenir and food prices at Warner Bros Studios are significantly lower than at Universal Studios. Just to give you an idea. Our kids wanted to buy Harry Potter wands. They were about 30-40% cheaper at Warner Bros than at Universal Studios (and yet quite a lot cheaper on Amazon – often a small fraction of the price we paid at the studios).
What to See & Do at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywoodis a theme park/film studio. As a visitor, you spend most of your time at the theme park which seems to get bigger and bigger every year.
In the past, the whole experience was much more focused on film studios and shows, whereas now there are more and more rides and attractions. Just recently, they discontinued a few of their film-themed shows and are planning to build yet another rollercoaster on that location…
Still, the main reason to visit Universal Studios Hollywood is their world-famousstudio tour. It’s something unique to Hollywood and is not available in any other Universal Studios theme parks in the U.S.
This studio tour takes about 1 hour and brings you to the actual film studios. On a standard studio tour, you remain seated inside an open-air bus and drive through various film sets and even studios, but you don’t step out of the vehicle at all.
On this tour, you pass several iconic movie sets from War of the Worlds, Jaws, or Psycho (Bates Motel). In addition, you ‘take part’ in some exhilarating high-speed chases, 3D experiences, etc.
You can find more information about this online, but I recommend that you just go and experience it for yourself. It’s much better and more surprising that way.
Good to know: If you want to explore the studios deeper, you can only do it with a VIP ticket. Among many other perks, it includes a visit to the Universal Backlot which is not open to the general public.
Further, be sure to also see theWaterWorld show. The movie was a total flop, but the show is really good. It’s been the most popular show at Universal Studios Hollywood for decades. Oh, and prepare to get very wet (even in a so-called no-splash zone).
Other attractions that are probably worth your time the most include The Simpsons Ride and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The best ride here is Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, but also the Flight of the Hippogriff can be fun if you like rollercoasters.
Some of the ‘wildest’ rides are located on the lower lot of the studios. We highly recommend Transformers: The Ride-3D experience, the Jurassic World Ride, and the Revenge of the Mummy Ride. And the most recent addition – Super Nintendo World – is fun too.
With younger kids, concentrate on the upper loft and don’t miss The Secret Life of Pets, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and Super Silly Fun Land.
TIP: Check if there are any shows or extra activities on the day when you visit. When we were there, they had a wonderful light show at Hogwarts Castle.
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What to See & Do at Warner Bros. Studios Hollywood
Warner Bros. Studios Hollywood are the actual studios where movies are being made. While at Universal Studios, you mostly drive through the old film sets that are not used anymore, here, you drive through a working studio and might even spot a famous actor.
Plus, you also get out of the vehicle and walk around some movie sets and might even be able to visit an actual studio (an empty one).
They have several tour options available. The Studio Tour is the most popular option that most people do. This is also what we did and what is described below. If you are more interested in the Hollywood classics from the 1900-1970s, you may want to opt for their ‘Golden Age of Hollywood’ tour instead.
As said, the Warner Brothers studio tour is the most popular option and the one we did. So in this article, we focus on that.
This tour is divided into three parts, out of which only the first one is guided. After a short introduction, a guide will take you to thefilm studios. This takes about 1 hour.
Our tour involved a short walk through a ‘New York City street’ where we could also enter one of the buildings. We then also visited one of the stages inside. Usually, tours also stop at the famous Friends couch at the fountain in a tiny patch of greenery that serves as NYC’s Central Park… Ours didn’t because of the torrential downpour at that moment (yes, it does rain in LA (like once a year :)).
The second part of the tour is self-guided. You visit the studios with the reconstructions of theoriginal film setsfrom ‘Friends’, ‘The Big Bang Theory’, and others. You can also see costumes from movies, design your own Batmobile, or fly on the Harry Potter broomstick.
This studio is now purely used for tourists and you can take as many pictures as you like. They also have a professional photographer to take pictures of your group (and you can purchase them if you like).
There is also a ‘Friends’-themed gift shop and Central Perk café where you can get some small snacks or have lunch. You can even have your coffee or lunch inside Monica’s kitchen or on the Friends’ couch if you like.
This part of the tour can take as long or as short as you like, but you should probably count about an hour for a relaxed visit. We spent 1.5 hours here including lunch.
The last part of the tour is also self-guided and you’ll probably need about half an hour here. It’s a bit like a museum where you can see various costumes and vehicles from Warner Bros. Studios’ blockbuster movies.
They also have a big section dedicated to Harry Potter films. You can see his tiny bedroom under the stairs, make a magic potion, or sit under the Sorting Hat. You’ll also find attributes from the Fantastic Beasts movies, and so much more.
Just before you leave, you also get to hold a real Oscar statuette and take a picture with it if you like.
At the exit, you’ll find a big gift store where you can buy all kinds of WB movie-themed souvenirs. There is a Starbucks café here as well.
Which Hollywood Studios are Better Suited for Families
Quite frankly, younger kids will not be able to appreciate (or have the patience) for the Warner Brothers Studio tour. In addition, as already mentioned before, children under the age of 5 are not even allowed at Warner Bros.
Universal Studios Hollywood is definitely a better option for families with younger children since there is so much to do for all ages. That being said, there are quite a few rides where small kids are not allowed. Some rides offer a ‘child switch’ room where one adult can wait with the kids until the other one rides and then switch around without having to wait in line again.
We visited Warner Bros and Universal Studios with our teenagers and they really enjoyed both experiences. At Warner Bros Studios, it sure helped that they all had seen Friends and The Big Bang Theory, and – of course – Harry Potter, Batman, etc. Universal Studios theme park is also a paradise for teens since there are so many cool rides for that age group.
Conclusion: Warner Bros. Studios OR Universal Studios Hollywood
So now that you know what to expect, you probably already realize that both places are very different and each is worth a visit for different reasons.
If you are still doubting which film studios to visit in Los Angeles – Universal Studios or Warner Bros – here are a few things to consider:
If you are short on time and can only visit one of the two studios, opt for Warner Bros Studio Tour. It’s cheaper, it only takes a couple of hours, and you get to see real working film studios and film sets. If you want to get behind the scenes and get a better idea of how movies are made, this tour is also a much better option than Universal Studios.
However, if visiting actual film studios is not the main focus and you are just looking for a fun day, then Universal Studios Hollywood is a better option. Yes, it’s more expensive, but you can stay inside the park from early morning to late evening and get to experience not just their iconic studio tour, but also many amazing rides and attractions.
Universal Studios Hollywood is also a better choice for families with young children.
Our recommendation: Visit both! As you can see, both – Warner Bros Studio Tour and Universal Studios Hollywood offer completely different experiences. Even the actual studio tours are very different. So if you have the time, try to visit them both. See below for more details on how you could plan your itinerary if you only have a day.
How to Visit Universal Studios & Warner Bros Studios in 1 Day
Ideally, you visit the two film studios on two different days and make the most out of the expensive Universal Studio tickets. But if you only have a day and don’t mind the budget, it is also possible to visit both – Warner Bros and Universal Studios – in one day.
In that case, get this combination ticket for both studios, and start with Warner Bros as early in the morning as you can. Then spend the rest of the day at Universal Studios. At Universal, do the studio tour first (that’s one thing you really shouldn’t miss), and then choose a few other shows or rides depending on your interests and the time that you have.
The reason to start at Warner Bros is that they have shorter opening hours and work with timed entry slots. Whereas at Universal Studios, your ticket is valid for the whole day and you can stay until late in the evening. Their opening hours vary per season and day of the week, etc, but in any case, Universal Studios stay open much later than Warner Bros Studios.
Good to know: As you can see on the map below, the two studios are located just 3 miles – less than 10 minutes driving distance – from each other.
TIP: If you stay at one of the hotels near Universal Studios, you could just take a taxi/Uber to Warner Bros and back. This would save you parking fees at both places. In the evening, you can simply walk to your hotel.
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So, this is our guide for visiting Universal Studios Hollywood and Warner Bros. Studio Tour.
I hope that it gives you a better idea of what to expect and hopefully, inspires you to visit both places. After all, the film industry is what made LA world famous, so no visit to the city would be complete without checking out at least one of the biggest film studios.
Don’t forget to get your tickets for the studios in advance and enjoy your visit!
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FAQs
Universal Studios vs Warner Bros (Hollywood, LA): Which Film Studio to Visit & Why? ›
We will say that Disney's Hollywood Studios does have more quality over quantity and is home to the most popular themed land in Star War's Galaxy's Edge. However on the flip side Universal Studios is also home to the very popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter Diagon Alley.
Which is better Universal Studios or Hollywood Studios? ›We will say that Disney's Hollywood Studios does have more quality over quantity and is home to the most popular themed land in Star War's Galaxy's Edge. However on the flip side Universal Studios is also home to the very popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter Diagon Alley.
What is the difference between Warner Bros and Universal Studios? ›Universal Studios Hollywood is first and foremost a theme park where a studio tour is just one of the many activities on offer. Whereas Warner Bros Studios are exclusively movie studios, so everything you see and do here is focused around their film sets.
What is special about the Universal Studios Hollywood? ›As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows.
Is there enough to do at Universal Studios Hollywood? ›Universal Studios Hollywood is a relatively small theme park and therefore can often easily be completed in a single day without significant compromise on the rides and attractions you experience during your trip to the park.
Why Universal Studios is the best? ›Universal has better thrill rides, and the park highlights more modern and mature movie franchises. Universal Studios is smaller, but that's actually a plus because it's much more manageable.
Is it worth going to Universal Studios LA? ›Being a movie-making geek, Universal Studios Hollywood is an entertainment mecca for me. From blockbuster, thrill rides to shows that light up the night, there's something for everyone, and I would recommend going. Just make sure to do some research and plan your trip, especially if it's as packed as it was for us!
Is it worth it to go to Warner Bros studio? ›Hollywood movie studio tours are not cheap and take up a considerable portion of the day. Unless you're a HUGE film fan, we'd recommend picking only one tour before spending the rest of your time and money on the other awesome things to do and see in Los Angeles.
Is it worth it to go to Warner Bros? ›I definitely recommend visiting both Universal and Warner Bros Studios. Each offers a completely unique experience for visitors. You also need to consider that both studios are constantly producing movies and TV series. Therefore rebuilding their stages, closing some parts for filming, and adding more things.
Which universal is better for Harry Potter? ›Universal Orlando Resort has the larger of the two Wizarding World of Harry Potter locations, spread out over two theme parks. Hogsmeade is located in Islands of Adventure. Universal Orlando also has Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, which the California version does not.
Why should I go to Universal Studios California? ›
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Universal Studios Hollywood is a must-see attraction in Los Angeles. A favorite of movie buffs and pop culture fans from around the world, Universal combines elements of a theme park, a historical attraction, and a working movie studio into one fantastic experience.
Universal Orlando opened in July 1990 with a raft or original rides. Since then many of those rides have evolved into new ones. ET's Adventure is actually the only original ride that still remains at the park. You can find this ride at Universal Studios park in the Woody Woodpecker Kid Zone.
How many days do you need at Universal Studios Hollywood? ›Though it's plausible to experience Universal Studios Hollywood in just 1 day, a 2-day trip allows you to enjoy the park at a leisurely pace, giving you more time to appreciate some of the incredibly detailed themed areas, participate in interactive activities, and revisit attractions.
Is the studio tour at Universal Hollywood worth it? ›Simply Put, Everyone heading to the park should DEFINITELY take the tour. It is, without doubt, the number one attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood. In fact, if the above description of the Tour leaves you a bit cold, it might be worth skipping the entire park. It is such a major part of the Studio experience.
What is the best age to visit Universal Studios Hollywood? ›However, the Universal Studios age recommendation is a fairly mature 8 years-old. If they're younger they probably won't be able to appreciate much of the entertainment or be able to go on many rides, but families do have a fun experience when taking a trip together.
Is it fun to go to Universal Studios? ›Receiving up to forty-thousand visitors in a single day, Universal Studios makes the list of the top ten most visited parks in the USA. And with amazing attractions such as the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride and a Jurassic World ride, it isn't hard to see why.
Which Universal Park is best for adults? ›Q: Which Universal park is best for adults? A: We find Universal's Islands of Adventure to be the best Universal Studios park for adults. It simply has the most exciting roller coasters and newest attractions.
Why is Disney so much better than Universal? ›Walt Disney World offers more theme parks, dining options, entertainment outside the theme park, hotels, and just more to do. The land owned by Walt Disney World dwarves the area used by Universal Orlando Resort. This disparity will reduce some when Universal's Epic Universe theme park opens in 2025, but not much.
Is Universal as good as Disney? ›Overall, Walt Disney World is much more expansive with many more attractions, restaurants, and hotels to choose from. At both resorts, guests can buy separate tickets for each individual theme park or pay a little more for a ticket that'll allow you to move freely between the parks.
Is it worth it to go to Universal Studios for 2 days? ›Spend At Least Two Days At Universal Studios Florida
Visitors shall prioritize and go to all the must-see attractions, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and try all the big. most thrilling rides on the first day. On the second day, they can proceed to the Islands of Adventure.
How much time required to do Warner Bros studio whole tour in la? ›
How long does the tour last? Answer: You can expect the total Studio Tour experience, including the guided portion and self-guided areas to last about 3 hours. You will spend about 1 hour with your guide and the remainder will be self-paced.
How long should you spend at Warner Bros? ›The average visit to the Studio Tour lasts approximately three and a half hours, although there is no limit imposed on your time at the attraction.
How much time is required for Warner Bros? ›The Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi rides begin at 11 am every day. You will definitely need at least 4 to 5 hours to enjoy all the rides and attractions. Our detailed guide to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi will help you learn more about this amazing indoor venue.
What are the advantages of Warner Bros? ›- International Market: Warner Bros is a global film and television production company. ...
- Strong Cash Flow: Warner Bros is a multinational company. ...
- Strong Distribution of Network: As a successful international company, they have many companies that are a huge market for the divisions.
Whether you're a thrill-seeker, after some fun for all the family or looking to entertain little ones, our rides and attractions offer endless adventures for everyone. Rock, roll and relive your favorite stories with Warner Bros rollercoasters and cartoon rides.
What does Warner Bros offer? ›The company is known for its film studio division, the Warner Bros. Pictures Group, which includes Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, Castle Rock Entertainment, and DC Studios. Among its other assets, stands the television production company Warner Bros. Television Studios.
What is the best month to go to Universal Studios? ›Historically, September has been the very best month of the year to visit Universal Orlando in terms of crowds because the kids have just returned to school. It is still our pick for the best month to visit.
Is Harry Potter World in Universal worth it? ›You get to walk through Platform 9 3/4 and experience a magical train ride just like Harry Potter did, versus taking a long walk on foot between the two parks that contain the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter worth it? Yes, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is worth it.
What is the best time to do Harry Potter Universal? ›3) Go early and stay late
To beat the crowds, it's best to go to the parks during the non-peak times, which are first thing in the morning and just before closing (most guests visit theme parks between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm).
Universal Studios Hollywood is better for those looking for a single-day theme park experience and for seeing a working film set. Meanwhile, the Universal Orlando Resort is better for those looking for an all-encompassing theme park vacation.
What are the cons of Universal Studios Hollywood? ›
Cons: The rides are fun however, the 3D rides have so much jolting and visual affects, if you get motion sickness in any way, these rides could make you sick. After Harry Potter, Transformers and the Studio Tour, I couldn't handle anymore than that. Everything is very expensive, including getting into the park.
Which Universal Studios is more popular? ›If you want to revolve the entire vacation around theme parks, then Universal Orlando is probably your best bet. However, if you consider visiting a theme park as only part of a larger itinerary, then Universal Studios Hollywood may be a better option.
What is the most popular Universal Studios park? ›Sections of the park
Each island is highly themed – much more so than the different parts of Universal Studios. Hogsmeade (the Wizarding World park) is probably the most popular, but every island is definitely worth wandering through. The streets of Hogsmeade!
Universal's Epic Universe, the fourth theme park at Universal Orlando, was announced in 2019. Universal's biggest theme park in the US joins Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay in the Sunshine State.
Is it possible to do Universal Hollywood in one day? ›Universal Studios Hollywood is an exciting destination that offers something for everyone. While it's certainly possible to conquer the park in one day, it's important to remember that the experience is more than just rushing through all the attractions. Try to visit for two days, if possible!
Can you go through all of Universal Studios in one day? ›Can Universal Orlando Be Done in One Day? The simple answer is: Yes! it's toadally possible to fit Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure into one day. What makes park hopping easy at Universal Orlando is the fact that the two parks are right next to each other.
How much does it cost to go to Universal Studios Hollywood for one day? ›| Gate price | Qty | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (ages 10+) | $159.00 | 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 |
| Child (ages 3-9) | $153.00 | 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 |
All in all, we have found that Hollywood Studios is best suited for those that love the Disney brand with a little edge. You get the authentic Disney experience but also have the chance to experience some more thrilling rides and experiences.
Is there a difference between Universal Studios and Hollywood studios? ›A: No, Hollywood Studios and Universal Studios are not the same thing. They're actually owned by two different companies and are themed differently. You will need two separate tickets to visit either park, and they are located about 20 minutes away from each other.
Is Universal Hollywood fun for adults? ›Can't-miss shows and attractions. At Universal Studios Hollywood™, the fun doesn't simply stop when the rides do: Adult visitors have an entire selection of awe-inspiring shows and attractions to choose from that are on offer year-round at the California theme park.
What age is Universal Studios Harry Potter for? ›
While you can bring any child inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the best age for kids will be 6 years and older. Younger children can definitely enjoy time in Harry Potter world, without a doubt, but older children will probably understand the books and movies and be able to appreciate the land.
What day is better to go to Universal Studios Hollywood? ›The best day to go to Universal Studios Hollywood is between Monday and Thursday in the off-season (September – February) with the exception of holidays such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year.
Why do people go to Universal Studios? ›Home to some of the world's most advanced and amazing attractions and rides, Universal Orlando Resort allows guests to experience favorite films and television shows like never before.
Is it worth going to Universal Studios if you don t like rides? ›There's world-class performances, fantastic character meet and greets and incredible dining experiences, to name just a few. As such, we still reccomend visiting Universal Studios Hollywood even if you don't like rides. Sadly, there is currently no discount for not going on rides within the theme park.
Is it better to go to Disney or Universal? ›Walt Disney World offers more theme parks, dining options, entertainment outside the theme park, hotels, and just more to do. The land owned by Walt Disney World dwarves the area used by Universal Orlando Resort. This disparity will reduce some when Universal's Epic Universe theme park opens in 2025, but not much.
Should I go to Disney or Universal Hollywood? ›If you're travelling with young children then Disneyland is the better theme park since the rides & attractions are perfect for their height & interests. However, adults and teens will likely prefer either Universal Studios Hollywood or Disney's California Adventure.
Is Disney or Universal more fun? ›Overall, Walt Disney World is much more expansive with many more attractions, restaurants, and hotels to choose from. At both resorts, guests can buy separate tickets for each individual theme park or pay a little more for a ticket that'll allow you to move freely between the parks.
Is Universal Studios bigger than Hollywood Studios? ›With Universal Orlando being the bigger of the two parks, it has the advantage of having space for bigger and wilder rides. It's known for its roller coasters and thrill rides ranging from kid-friendly ones to the baddest ones you'll ever see!
Which is cheaper Disney or Universal? ›Universal Prices. Another very popular question we receive is, is Disney or Universal Cheaper? And as a general rule of thumb, Universal is cheaper than Disney in almost every category, from tickets to theme park food, and the most noticeable being hotel rooms.
Which is better for adults Disney or Universal? ›It truly depends on your goal of the trip! If you want to ride bigger rides, drink a bit, walk onto rides, Universal Studios is your park. Disney is better suited for people who appreciate the details, don't mind the kids, want to try different foods, and have more park options.
Why Universal is better than Disney? ›
First and foremost, visiting Universal is, on average, less expensive than visiting Disney. Using Universal Orlando and Disney World as an example, one-day ticket prices start at just over $100 for both parks, but you start to see significant differences when you price out a full vacation package.
Which Universal park is best for older adults? ›As discussed Universal Islands of Adventure is simply one of the best theme parks in Orlando for adults. There are plenty of thrill rides for guest of all ages as well as the themed lands for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Jurassic Park.
Is Universal Studios more crowded than Disney? ›Disney World tends to be more crowded, especially around the popular attractions.
How far is Universal from Disney? ›The distance from Disney World to Universal Studios is 9.2 miles. The majority of the trip is on the I-4 highway with a travel time of around 20 minutes with minimum traffic. It takes longer during rush hour, early morning, weekends, holidays and when the parks close.
How does Universal Studios compare to Disneyland? ›There are more rides at Disneyland and California Adventure than Universal Studios Hollywood. It will take more time at the Disney parks to get all the attractions done. Universal Studios Hollywood is easier to get everything done in one day.
Which Harry Potter world is better Florida or California? ›Universal Orlando Resort has the larger of the two Wizarding World of Harry Potter locations, spread out over two theme parks. Hogsmeade is located in Islands of Adventure. Universal Orlando also has Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, which the California version does not.
Which Universal Park is better for Harry Potter? ›When it comes to which Harry Potter park is better at Universal, Diagon Alley in Islands of Adventure is the clear winner. They have more shops, more merchandise, and the fun of trading your money for Gringotts bank notes. Plus, the younger kids will love the stuffed animals at the Magical Menagerie!
Is Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom better? ›Both parks have some really cool rides across the spectrum, from fun and family-friendly to thrilling experiences. Hollywood Studios is king when it comes to Star Wars and Toy Story (or really all of Pixar), whereas Animal Kingdom has Avatar, plus wildlife and nature focused attractions.