Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's newest $7 billion theme park, is set to open this week with five distinct worlds inspired by renowned franchises such as Harry Potter, Super Nintendo, and How to Train Your Dragon. The park features a wide range of attractions, restaurants, and immersive experiences that are designed to transport visitors into the heart of these beloved stories.
Epic Universe Overview
- Epic Universe is Universal Orlando's first major theme park addition in over 20 years.
- The park cost an estimated $7 billion to build and took around 8 years to construct.
- Epic Universe features five distinct worlds, each inspired by popular franchises, connected by a central hub called Celestial Park.
Celestial Park
- Celestial Park serves as the central hub of Epic Universe, featuring astrology-themed attractions and a nightly light and water show.
- Key attractions in Celestial Park include Constellation Carousel and Stardust Racers, a dual-launch roller coaster.
- The park also features an "undersea" restaurant called Atlantic that resembles a Victorian aquarium.
Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic
- This world immerses guests in the magical Parisian atmosphere of the Fantastic Beasts movie franchise.
- The main attraction, Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, is described as an "industry game changer" with a massive scale.
- Guests can also enjoy Paris-inspired dining options like Café L'air De La Sirène and Le Gobelet Noir.
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Super Nintendo World
- Super Nintendo World features two separate lands: Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country, each with their own attractions.
- Key rides include Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge and Mine-Cart Madness, a roller coaster through Donkey Kong Country.
- Guests can refuel at Toadstool Cafe, serving burgers, soups, and desserts made by Chef Toad.
How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk
- This world brings the fictional world of How to Train Your Dragon to life, featuring 30 animated and static dragons.
- Attractions include the show The Untrainable Dragon, Hiccup's Wing Gliders roller coaster, and Dragon Racer's Rally.
- Guests can dine like Vikings at restaurants like Mead Hall and Hooligan's Grog & Gruel.
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Dark Universe
- Dark Universe is a land dedicated to Universal's classic movie monsters, such as Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and the Invisible Man.
- Key attractions include Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment and Curse of the Werewolf, a spinning roller coaster.
- The land features themed dining experiences like Das Stakehaus and the Burning Blade Tavern.
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