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Early Park Admission

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Make the most of your time at Universal Orlando Resort with Early Park Admission*. Universal Orlando hotel guests and other selected groups can access one of our amazing theme parks up to one hour before the park opens (Valid theme park admission required. Selected attractions).

The available theme park(s), attractions and times for Early Park Admission vary based on operational and weather considerations and are subject to change without notice. Parks, attractions or entertainment may close due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events; change operating hours; and otherwise change or be discontinued without notice and without liability to the owners of Universal Orlando Resort.

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The famed arched entrance of Universal Studios Florida at Universal Orlando Resort.

Universal Studios Florida

Up to 1 hour prior to park opening

No Upcoming Dates
The skyline of Universal Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort, featuring The Incredible Hulk® Coaster.

Universal Islands of Adventure

Up to 1 hour prior to park opening

June 1 – July 31, 2026

Available Attractions:
  • Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
  • Flight of the Hippogriff
  • Jurassic World VelociCoaster
  • Ollivanders
  • Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
Guests walk towards the Celestial Park portal at the main entrance of Universal Epic Universe, with Chronos rising overhead.

Universal Epic Universe

Up to 1 hour prior to park opening

June 1 – July 31, 2026

Select Participating Attractions at:
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ — Ministry of Magic™
  • SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™
  • How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
  • Celestial Park
At Universal Volcano Bay water theme park, you can spend the day relaxing amidst tropical beauty and experiencing thrilling water rides.

Universal Volcano Bay

Up to 1-hour prior to park opening

June 1 – July 31, 2026

Available Attractions:
  • Honu of the Honu Ika Moana
  • ika Moana of the Honu ika Moana
  • Krakatau Aqua Coaster
  • Ko’okiri Body Plunge
  • Waturi Wave Pool
  • Kala of Kala and Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides

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Note: A Park-to-Park ticket or Annual/Seasonal Pass is required to experience the Hogwarts Express and visit both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure on the same day. Operational start times subject to change.