Islands of Adventure Attractions

The Adventures of Spiderman Camp Jurassic Caro-Seuss-el The Cat in the Hat Doctor Dooms Fearfall Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls Dragon Challenge Eigth Voyage of Sinbad Stunt Show Flight of the Hippogriff Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train

If I Ran the Zoo Incredible Hulk Coaster Jurassic Park Discovery Center Jurassic Park River Adventure Me Ship, The Olive The Mystic Fountain One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Popeye and Bluto's Bilge Rat Barges Poseidon's Fury Pteranodon Flyers Storm Force Acceletron Universal With Kids / Height Requirements

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Islands of Adventure

Opened in 2001, Islands of Adventure mixes the 'edge' that made Universal famous with the 'theming' that made Disney famous. In fact, some of Disney's imagineers were hired by Universal to help develop this park - not to mention that Steven Spielberg himself also served as creative consultant. Islands of Adventure is divided into 5 distinct areas, each offering some of the best attractions in Orlando.

What you need to know

If you arrive at the park when it opens, you'll likely be able to experience just about everything the park has to offer in one day. During peak season, that tends to be a bit more challenging, but not all together impossible.

Universal Express: While Disney offers their 'fast pass' free of charge, Universal chose to take a different approach. A limited number of Universal Express passes are offered for sale, from approximately $40 to $50 per person, depending on the options you choose. Unlike DIsney's FastPass system which gives you a set time to return, Universal Express allows you to move to the front of the line whenever you want (you are limited to one use per attraction). If you are staying on-site at a Universal resort, however, UniversalExpress is provided to you free of charge (just show your room key), and there is no limit to how often you can use it. (There have been rumors that they will limit the use of the room-key Express Pass during peak times, but that is not confirmed).

Universal "Meal Deal": Universal offers a "meal deal" that allows you to effectively eat as much as you want at select counter service locations. The one park meal deal is $19.99 plus tax for adults, and $9.99 pus tax for children ages 3-9. The two park meal deal is $24.99 plus tax for adults and $12.99 for children. Neither offer includes beverages, but the two park Meal Deal does include a dinner entree at select CityWalk restaurants. More details

A very 'wet' park: We really can't stress this enough. Islands of Adventure tends to be a VERY wet park. Three of its biggest attractions (Popeye and Bluto's Bilge Rat Barges, Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls and Jurassic Park River Adventure) have a habit of soaking you to the bone. For this reason, we suggest that you consider bringing a change of clothes with you to the park. A common mistake most people make is they think that since Florida is hot, they will dry off quickly - keep in mind that when Florida is hot, it's also humid - and nothing is worse then perpetually wet clothes when you're walking around a theme park.

The 'Islands' of Islands:

• Wizarding World of Harry Potter
• Marvel Super Hero Island
• Toon Lagoon
• Jurassic Park
• The Lost Continent
• Seuss Landing

 

• Port of Entry Photo Gallery

Port of Entry does a terrific job of setting the tone for your visit to Islands of Adventure.  Themed to reflect the crossroads of a Port town, here you will find some interesting and intriguing shops, as well as some of the best theming detail in the park.

The stores here are decidedly unique.  Of course you have the  standard 'theme park souvenir stores' that do a good job of pushing all the t-shirts.   Of particular interest though are the candy store (which is attached to the Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe), and the Christmas Shoppe itself.

Oddly enough, this is also one of the most photogenic areas of the park, as it is rich in detail and theming. Be sure to take some time during your visit and take some pictures in this area of the park - you'll be happy you did.