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Universal Studios Hollywood is the original Universal park, set on the working studio backlot in Los Angeles. I cover the rides, the Studio Tour, seasonal events including Halloween Horror Nights and the Christmas season, the closest hotels, and how to fit a visit into a wider LA trip.
Universal Studios Hollywood is about 415 acres in size. However, before you panic and wonder how you’ll ever cover that in a single day, keep in mind that includes: Universal Studios Hollywood’s backlot filming studios cover roughly 400 acres. This includes more than 30 sound stages, the Brokaw News Center, and 165 other structures. This…
Fanny packs are great for Universal Studios. They keep your phone, wallet, and small belongings close and let you ride hands-free. You can wear a fanny pack on most rides at Universal Orlando in 2026. The exception is rides covered by Universal’s loose-articles policy, where every loose item must go in a free locker. The…
Are you looking for the scariest, most thrilling rides at Universal Studios Hollywood? I’m a Universal Studios Hollywood annual passholder. As such I visit the theme park regularly and have been on all the rides inside the park several times. I therefore know first-hand the tamest rides at Universal Studios and the most thrilling! 1….
The best days to visit Universal Studios Hollywood are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. If you have to visit during the peak season, go midweek. Universal Studios Hollywood is almost always quieter between Tuesday and Thursday. I say almost always, as there are some rare exceptions. For example, if a public holiday falls between a Tuesday…
You can leave the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park and re-enter later that day. To be able to re-enter Universal Studios Hollywood, you’ll need to get a stamp as you leave the park. Be sure you also keep ahold of your theme park ticket. When you’re ready to re-enter Universal Studios Hollywood, you will need…
No visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is complete without a Butterbeer. The signature drink of the Harry Potter films has become one of the most iconic theme park beverages in the world, and is served at every Wizarding World location across all three Universal Orlando parks. Butterbeer is sold in various formats…
Universal Studios Hollywood may be a theme park, but there’s plenty to do here besides rides. From fantastic character meet-and-greets to world-class shows, there’s something for everyone. 1. The World-Famous Studio Tour The World Famous Studio Tour is the best thing to do at Universal Studios Hollywood – at least in my opinion. This hour-long…
As a Universal Hollywood annual passholder, I visit the theme park often, and when I do, I avoid these rides. In my opinion, these are the worst rides at Universal Studios Hollywood. I skip these rides for one of two reasons: I should preface this by saying I am not prone to motion sickness. However,…
You can now buy Super Nintendo World merchandise in three Universal Studios destinations: The largest selection of Super Nintendo World merchandise is in the 1-Up Factory. This store is located inside each of the theme park’s Super Nintendo World areas. There are other stores at each of the parks that will stock Super Nintendo World…
While LA enjoys year-round sunshine, that doesn’t mean you won’t experience bad weather on a trip to Universal Studios Hollywood. In fact, as an annual passholder, I’ve visited the theme park during bad weather on several occasions. Universal Studios Hollywood will open when it rains, with rides in full operation. However, outdoor rides and shows…
Are you thinking of visiting Universal Studios Hollywood on Thanksgiving? Well, there’s a couple of things you should know. First, Universal Studios Hollywood is open on Thanksgiving. The opening hours are typically from 9am until 10pm, but this is subject to change. Second, Thanksgiving is one of Universal Studios Hollywood’s busiest days. The theme park…
Are you thinking of visiting Universal Studios Hollywood on Christmas Day? Well, there’s a couple of things you should know. First, Universal Studios Hollywood is open on Christmas Day. The opening hours are typically from 9am until 10pm, but this is subject to change. Second, Christmas Day is one of Universal Studios Hollywood’s busiest days….