Universal’s New Epic Universe Theme Park to Open in 2025
Fancy yourself a theme park aficionado? Then you’ve got to start planning ahead! Universal Orlando Resort is putting the finishing touches on its brand new theme park, Epic Universe, slated to open in 2025. Lucky for you, there will be even more things to do at Universal Studios come 2025. Get yourself ready for a world of fun, excitement, and truly epic experiences. Want the full run-down of what’s to come? Read on!
Universal’s Most Ambitious Theme Park Yet
“Epic” doesn’t even begin to describe the mountain of fun you and your family are bound to have at Universal’s newest theme park, Epic Universe. Designed to be the most impressive theme park by Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Epic Universe offers five brand new worlds of immersive experiences. Visitors will be treated to themed attractions, unique dining opportunities, tons of shopping, and of course, the most exciting rides and interactive activities. The new park is innovative, transformative, and inspiring. Add it to your list of 2025 to-dos and you won’t be disappointed
5 New Lands to Explore
Universal’s brand new theme park introduces 5 new worlds for guests to explore. Visitors will be happy to see familiar characters but they’ll also be treated to a variety of unique sights and sounds, making the entire trip truly captivating.
1. Celestial Park: Where it All Begins
As the entry point to Epic Universe, Celestial Park sets the stage for the entire visit and shows you just how many things to do at Universal Studios there are. Starfall Racers is a dual-launch racing rollercoaster that will have you riding with the cosmos at high speed. Constellation Carousel is a swirl of cosmic energy that invites guests to explore the constellations themselves. Every carriage turns 360 degrees as it lifts riders 6 feet in the air to immerse them in celestial music, colors, and a trip across the Milky Way. Then there’s Astronomica, the water play arena that lights up at night.
Sound thrilling? This is only the beginning.
2. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
Harry has done it again! The all new Wizarding World addition to Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park transports guests back to 1920s Paris and the British Ministry of Magic. This version invites visitors to explore the “wider wizarding world” while celebrating Harry Potter and the Fantastic Beasts film series. Can’t-miss rides include Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Flight of the Hippogriff, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, The Hogwarts Express, and Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. Anyone with an interest in Harry Potter or anything related to magic will be sure to have the time of their lives when they explore the things to do at Universal Studios here.
3. Super Nintendo World
Gamers rejoice! Your kids can finally enjoy the world of Nintendo in real life at Super Nintendo World at Universal Epic Universe. Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Donkey Kong will come to life in a whole new way, showing you and your family that these characters are just as impressive off the screen as they are on it. Super Nintendo World already has locations in Universal Studios Japan and Universal Studios Hollywood. The latest installment at Universal Studios Epic Universe Orlando in 2025 is bound to be the glue that really unites theme park enthusiasts and video gamers.
The rides will be nothing short of epic. Augmented reality, projection mapping, screen projection, and total immersive technology will bring Mario Kart to life. You’ll have the chance to recreate the same scenarios you and your kids saw on the screen and see these experiences all the way through to the finish line.
4. How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
Soar with dragons for real at Epic Universe in 2025. This brand new attraction based on the Viking adventures will be fantastic for families with younger children. There will be a dragon-themed roller coaster as well as outdoor play areas and a theater.
5. Dark Universe
Blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, Dark Universe at Universal Epic Universe brings Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s experiments to life. Not a lot has been shared about this land quite yet, but once the new Universal park opens in 2025, there will be tons of buzz about the spookiness that’s bound to appear.
Delicious Dining Options
Within Epic Universe are tons of dining options, all scattered about in each of the 5 New Worlds. Celestial Park has full-service and quick-service restaurants like Atlantic, The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant, The Oak & Star Tavern, and Pizza Moon. The Nintendo Super Star Store also offers the opportunity for visitors to snack on something sweet at Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets.
FAQs About Epic Universe 2025
We know you have tons of questions about what’s to come for Epic Universe. While quite a lot is still under wraps, there is a little information we can share to help you start planning.
Where will Epic Universe be located?
Universal’s new theme park will be conveniently located behind Orlando Icon Park, just 15 minutes from the rest of Universal Orlando Resort. That means it will be even closer to Walt Disney World and super easy to get to from all of the nearby hotels and vacation rentals.
How do you get from one world to another?
Each of the 5 new lands will be separated by portal entrances, which will act as magical gateways that can transport visitors from one world to the next.
Where should I stay near Epic Universe?
There are lots of options for where to stay near Epic Universe. In addition to the Universal Helios Grand Hotel (which will be right at the tail end of Celestial Park), there are several neighboring vacation rental venues. Explore Universal Orlando Resort’s website for additional information or speak to Royal Family Tours for more insight.
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