Universal Orlando Resort is a celebration of our favorite movies. Guests can be swept up in the exciting world of show business and even step inside some poplar movies through rides and shows! The Universal parks are famous for their thrill rides, but the resort also prides itself on offering fun experiences for younger guests. The two parks, Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure offer something for all ages. Let’s take a look at a few of the wonderful attractions that your little ones can enjoy at Universal!
Universal Studios
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
If your little ones are fans of Despicable Me, then you can’t miss “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.” This 3-D ride will transport you inside the Despicable Me story. Gru will recruit you into his latest scheme and just like any great movie there is always an unexpected twist, which is just what happens things don’t go as planned and your journey launches you on an exciting mission you will never forget!
Shrek 4-D
Join characters from the popular DreamWorks film, Shrek on a 4-D adventure! The story is unique and one we are sure you have never heard before. The tale takes place after the first film but before the second. Shrek fans will love the original storytelling! Fun special effects make guests feel like they are truly living out the story with the characters, making this experience fun for all ages!
Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster
Embark on a thrilling ride through Woody Woodpecker’s own nut factory. This coaster is kid friendly and a great first-time roller coaster for even the smallest of thrill-seekers to be able to take part in!
Hogwarts Express
Board the famous Hogwarts Express from Harry potter. This train ride is family friendly allowing your whole group to all take part in this exciting ride. As you begin your ride special effects will transport guest into the world of Harry and his friends. This is not just a regular theme park ride it is actually a mode of transportation. The Hogwarts Express travel between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure! A park-to-park ticket is required to board.
Islands of Adventure
Seuss Landing
Kids will love Seuss Landing, a colorful land that transports guests into the world of beloved Dr. Seuss stories. The land is home to “The Cat in The Hat ride”, here you will embark on a journey through the story of the Cat in the Hat. While visiting Seuss Landing children can also enjoy the “caro-Seuss-el”, a merry-go-round style ride themed to the fun and lovable characters from many Dr. Seuss classics. “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish” is a fun spinner style attraction where guests can soar high in their very own flying fish! The ride puts guests in control meaning your kids can have a blast as they have the power to make their fish go up and down. Kids and kids at heart will love “The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride!” This slow-moving trolley tour gives guests a wonderful birds-eye view over all of the whimsical buildings in Seuss landing!
Camp Jurassic
Camp Jurassic is a giant recreation area where kids can run, play and discovery the exciting world of dinosaurs! Your little adventurers will explore mysterious mines and darks cave, climb up dinosaur capture nets, slide down themed slides and navigate across bridges. This multi-level play ground will provide countless fun for kids!
Pteranodon Flyers
This easy air-glide attraction is made specially just for kids. Little ones can take flight beneath the 10-foot wings of a Pteranodon. Kids will be treated to wonderful views of the theme park from a comfy seat suspended from the above track.
We hope you enjoyed a few of our top picks for kids at Universal Orlando. Universal Orlando is an experience for everyone in the family, contact your Kingdom Magic Vacations travel planner to plan your next Universal adventure!
