Wait Times at Universal Studios
Universal Studios Florida is a theme park located in Orlando, Florida, part of the Universal Orlando Resort, and is open all year round, featuring numerous rides and attractions. The park is themed to different areas of Hollywood and movies, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with Diagon Alley and Kings Cross Station, where you can take the Hogwarts Express to Islands of Adventure. USF is busiest during the Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays, and during spring break. See the USF Crowd Calendar for more details. Universal Express can be bought to reduce wait times. The park's biggest draw each year is Halloween Horror Nights, featuring numerous haunted houses, running from Labor Day weekend through Halloween.
Universal Studios Wait Time Profile
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Best Hours to Visit
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Morning: 9:00 AM, Early Afternoon: 12:05 PM, Late Afternoon: 6:40 PM |
Attractions with Wait Times
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Attractions Not Reporting
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Halloween Horror Nights
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Dining Options
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Universal Studios Wait Times
Weekly Wait Times
Universal Studios Wait Time Heat Map
Universal Studios Wait Time Calendar
Note that is not a crowd calendar. Click here for the Universal Studios Crowd Calendar
When is Universal Studios Florida open?
The park is open 365 days a year and is typically fully open by 9:00 AM. Closing hours vary. On days with a Halloween Horror Nights event, the park closes at 5:00 PM.
How much are tickets to Universal Studios Florida?
A single day, one park ticket costs between $119 to $179 per person with date specific pricing. A 1-day, 2-park ticket begins at $174 and goes up to $234 per person.
What is the busiest day to visit Universal Studios Florida?
Saturday is the busiest day of the week to visit the park with an average wait time of 39 minutes. The least busy day to very is Wednesday and Thursday with a 32 minute average wait time.
How do you enter Universal Studios?
Most guests will access the park by walking through Universal CityWalk. It can also be accessed from a pathway from the Hard Rock Hotel.
What special events take place at Universal Studios?
Halloween Horror Nights is the premier event. The park also has the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Mardi Gras, concerts, graduation events, and more.
What is the best month to visit Universal Studios Florida?
September is the best/least busy month to visit USF with an average wait time of 26 minutes. July is the worst/busiest month to visit the park with an average wait time of 41 minutes.
Is Universal Studios Orlando the same as Universal Studios Florida?
Yes, the name Universal Studios Orlando refers to Universal Studios Florida.
What time is Universal's Holiday Parade presented by Macy's?
The Holiday Parade begins at 5:30 PM.
How long are wait times at Universal Studios Florida?
The average wait time at Universal Studios is 34 minutes.
Attractions with Wait Times
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Attractions Not Reporting
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Shows and Entertainment
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Halloween Horror Nights
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Halloween Horror Nights Past
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Dining Options
Defunct Attractions
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