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Universal Studios Florida - At a Glance


Universal has something for everyone, from arcade games and stunt shows to Nickelodeon and thrill rides. The Studio takes advantage of its Hollywood connection with open rides and exhibits, tying it all in with the Movies. The Park is divided into 6 neighborhoods: New York, Production Central, Hollywood, World Expo, San Francisco/Amity, and Woody Woodpecker's Kid Zone.

How to get there:
Exit I-4 at Exit #30A (Universal Blvd.) Take a left onto Universal Blvd. and follow the signs to Universal Studios.

Admission:

One Day, One Park - Adult - $59.75  - Children - $48.00
2-Day Ticket - Admission to both - Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios theme parks - Adults - $99.95 - Children - $88.95
2-Park Preferred Annual Pass Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios - (No blackout dates)
All ages price: $179.95 + $5 handling fee
2-Park Annual Power Pass
Enjoy 1-year admission to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure! - (Blackout dates apply)
All ages price: $119.95 + $5 handling fee
* Prices subject to change without notice.


Parking:
Parking fees per vehicle: Cars, vans and motorcycles: $7.00 -  RVs and trailers: $8.00 Valet parking is available for cars and vans at a charge of $14. Simply follow the signs to the valet parking area.

Guests can also be dropped off and picked up at the Transportation Center located beneath the Rotunda of the Parking Garage. Follow the signs to the Bus Parking and Guest drop-off area when entering Universal Studios from any the entrances.

Park Hours:
Universal Studios is open 365 days a year. Operating hours normally begin at 9 a.m. Closing times vary with the season and holidays.

Services:
General Services include:  First Aid, Kennel Boarding, Postal Services, Telephones, Child/Baby Swap Program, Lost Children, Nursing Facilities, and Companion Restrooms. Rentals are available for Strollers, Wheelchairs & Lockers.


Restaurants:
Guests can choose from a bounty of dining experiences. There are eateries scattered throughout the various neighborhoods.
Choose from snacks, counter service and sit down dining.

Attractions:

Fear Factor Live
Opening Spring 2005
See if you have what it takes as the audience participates in extreme stunts live. Must be 18 or older and have a valid photo ID.

Jimmy Neutron's Nicktoon Blast
- Take a journey in a rocket as Jimmy Neutron sends you through the worlds of your favorite Nicktoons, including Spongebob, Fairly OddParents and the Rugrats. Must be at least 40”. Persons under 40” must experience this attraction from an adjacent stationary location.

Twister
- photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Experience this act of nature up close and personal. Hear the sounds and feel the rushing wind as it approaches. This 50' tall and 12-foot wide storm heads right towards you.

Alfred Hitchcock-The Art of Making Movies - Take a behind the scenes tour to find out just how Alfred Hitchcock makes those goose bumps rise. A 3-D show complete with the recreation of the shower scene from Psycho. (40 minute show)

Revenge of the Mummy - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Plunge into total darkness and face scarab beetles, fireballs, and a frightening army of mummy warriors!
Must be at least 48".

Nickelodeon Studios - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Visit the green slime geyser and Nickelodeon Studios. A 30-minute tour allows visitors to view how a television show is produced as well as peeking at wardrobe, makeup and the slime kitchen. The tour concludes in the Game Lab.

Terminator 2 - 3D show surrounded by adventure. Watch the Terminator come to life, as you duck out of the way of flying debris and explosions.


Lucy: A Tribute - A walk through collection of Lucy's costumes, accessories, trivia and memorabilia. (15 minutes)

Gory, Gruesome & Grotesque Horror Make-Up Show - Learn how the horror movies come into being. Shared secrets of "How'd They Do That?" are revealed by special effects make-up Artists. (25 minutes)

Back to the Future - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) An Omni-max screen surrounds your De Lorean shaped simulator. Zip through space and then back to the beginning of time. Great special effects. (5 minutes)
Must be at least 40” ; 40” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Men In Black - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) photosm.gif (1068 bytes) photosm.gif (1068 bytes) You'll be recruited to save Earth from an Alien Attack. Zap Aliens as you zoom through the streets of New York. Your status is based on your final score. Must be at least 42” ; 42” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Shrek 4-D - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Visit this new 4-D adventure and encounter your favorite Shrek characters.

Earthquake - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Everyone climbs aboard a subway car. Catastrophe strikes from every direction, as an 8.3 Richter scale tremor begins to tremble. You'll encounter fire, floods, blackouts and crumbling structures. (20 minutes)

Jaws - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) photosm.gif (1068 bytes) photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the water! Troop onto a terror filled boat ride. Your boat comes under attack by explosions, noise, shaking and gnawing shark teeth. Don't think you're safe when you arrive back at the boathouse!
(7 minutes)

Animal Planet Live! - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) photosm.gif (1068 bytes)  All the animals you love on Animal Planet come to the Live Stage Show.  Including The Crocodile Hunter, Emergency Vets, and Call of the Wild, Wild on the Set.

ET Adventure - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Guests board bicycles mounted on a moveable platform and pedal through wonderful forests, magic gardens and across the moon. All in an attempt to find ET his way back to his home planet. (5 minutes)

Fievel's Playground - Based on Fievel the mouse, this playground includes a four story net climb equipped with tubes, ladders, tunnel slides and rope bridges. There is also a ball crawl, 30-foot spider web, mazes and a 200-foot water slide.
Designed for Toddlers and Preschoolers.

A Day in the Park with Barney - Meet Barney and his friends at this live show. Filled with songs, laughs and treats.

Woody Woodpecker's Nut Coaster - Meander through Woody's Nuthouse, encountering gears and gadgets. Must be at least 36” ; 36-48” must be accompanied by an adult

Curious George Goes to Town - photosm.gif (1068 bytes) The Studio's new interactive playground. Follow the footsteps of George as he sets out on his latest adventure. A delightfully fun play zone.

General Universal Studios Photos:

photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Entrance
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Street View
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Scooby Doo
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Scenic View
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Another View of the Streets
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Lombard's Landing
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Studio Backdrop
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) City Walk
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Universal City Walk Store
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Store Fronts
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Universal Archway
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Globe at Night
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Mel's Diner
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) View from Across the Water
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Alleyway
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Another Alley
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Hard Rock Cafe
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Hard Rock Cafe Entrance
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) NBA City Restaurant
photosm.gif (1068 bytes) Christmas Tree


 




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