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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Hogsmeade™
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Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™
For the first time ever, join Hagrid™ as you fly deep into the wilds of the Forbidden Forest, beyond the grounds of Hogwarts™ castle, on a thrilling roller coaster ride that dashes and dives between hidden mysteries and some of the rarest magical creatures.
Hold on as your motorbike soars through towering trees, roars into deadly Devil’s Snare and blasts you into the path of beasts like you’ve never seen before on an all-new, freewheeling adventure.
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™— Universal’s most immersive and highly themed coaster—is exclusively located at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Hogsmeade™, in Universal Orlando Resort.”
Ride the Hogwarts™ Express between lands of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
Taste Butterbeer™ and Pumpkin Juice™ at the Three Broomsticks™ and the Hog’s Head™
Send a letter from the Owl Post™ and get it stamped with the Hogsmeade™ postmark!
Stock up on Hogwarts™ school supplies and magic sweets at the shops in Hogsmeade™ village
See a wand choose its wizard at Ollivanders™ wand shop
Insider Tip
If you’re planning on visiting both parks, it’s a good idea to ride the Hogwarts™ Express as it’s the best way to stay immersed in the magic as you travel between King’s Cross Station in Universal Studios Florida and Hogsmeade™ Station in Universal’s Islands of Adventure.
And as the sun begins to set, it’s recommended you make your way back to Hogsmeade™ to watch The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts™ Castle. (Select nights)
Don’t forget – the train journeys are different depending which way you’re travelling, so make sure you also take the train both ways!
Insider Tip: Get Early Park Admission!
If you’re staying at a Universal Orlando hotel you’ll get the added bonus of EARLY PARK ADMISSION* to Universal Islands of Adventure or Universal Volcano Bay.
Breeze into the Parks (one hour) before regular guests every morning and enjoy more ride time, more free time and more family time every day of your holiday!
The Hogwarts™ Express
It’s what every Harry Potter™ fan dreams about – you can actually take a real train journey on the Hogwarts™ Express!
The Hogwarts™ Express connects the two lands of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, so when you take the journey you’ll be travelling from one Universal Orlando theme park to the other. Even the departing train stations are true to the Harry Potter™ books and films, with the train going between Hogsmeade™ Station in Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Platform 9¾™ at King’s Cross Station in Universal Studios Florida.
Depending on which way you’re travelling, the experience will be different! You’ll have views of the English countryside and London, as well as some unexpected surprises along the way! (Remember, you’ll need a Universal Orlando Explorer Ticket in order to ride the Hogwarts™ Express)
The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle™
As the stars begin to rise over Hogsmeade™, the magic continues as the iconic Hogwarts™ castle is completely transformed into a stunning spectacle of light and sound!
The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts™ Castle is a breath-taking experience, with state-of-the-art projection mapping, and special effects wrapping Hogwarts™ castle in celebration of its four houses – Gryffindor™, Hufflepuff™, Ravenclaw™ and Slytherin™.
Embrace your Hogwarts™ pride as each house is honoured in a dazzling display set to enchanting music based on the original scores from the Harry Potter™ films.
Catch The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts™ Castle on select nights.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
This thrilling adventure ride takes you through the familiar classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and flying high over the castle with Harry Potter™ and his friends. You’ll visit iconic locations from the movies, and come face-to-face with all kinds of magical creatures!
→ Min Height: 48”/4ft/122cm
Flight of the Hippogriff™
This family coaster is modelled on the Hippogriff itself – a magnificent, magical creature with the head of a giant eagle and the body of a horse.
You’ll start off at Hagrid’s hut, before taking a “training flight” as the coaster swoops and spirals around the pumpkin patch. Don’t forget to bow as you approach the Hippogriff!
Min Height: 36”/3ft/92cm
Dervish and Banges
This is where to shop for your Hogwarts™ supplies and more magical items!
Our favourite buys from Dervish and Banges™:
Quidditch™ equipment – including Golden Snitches and brooms!
Hogwarts™ school uniforms
The Monster Book of Monsters
Quidditch™ equipment and Hogwarts uniforms including robes, ties, and scarves.
Sneakoscopes
Spectrespecs
Filch’s Emporium of Confiscated Goods
Take a peek inside this captivating grotto and you’ll see all kinds of weird and wonderful confiscated items from the world of wizards!
You’ll also find movie prop replicas including Death Eater masks, character walking sticks, themed chess sets, Hogwarts™ and Quidditch™ clothing, and more.
Top Tip: This is also where you can purchase a photo of your experience on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™.
Honeydukes
Stock up on enchanted goodies at Harry, Ron and Hermione’s favourite sweet shop!
Our favourite sweets to get from Honeydukes:
Acid Pops
Exploding Bonbons
Cauldron Cakes
Fizzing Whizzbees
Chocolate Frogs™
Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans™
Ollivanders
The place where Harry Potter™ was first chosen by his wand!
Make sure you get to see (or even take part in) the wand experience, where a lucky guest has the opportunity to try out a few spells with various wands until the right wand chooses them!
You can also pick up a replica of the Harry Potter™ film characters’ wands, or even a collectors’ wand set – there’s a lot of wands to choose from!
Owl Post
Send a letter with a special Hogsmeade™ postmark! You can also buy stationery here, and lots of owl stuff!
Opening Hours
Opens: 9am
Closes: Depending on season
If you require specific times we recommend to check with the park before you visit.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
All dining and shopping facilities at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ are wheelchair accessible.
All queues are accessible to guests using manual wheelchairs. There are specific boarding requirements and accommodations for those using wheelchairs at each attraction. The attractions at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ have dramatic movements so guests using manual wheelchairs must be able to transfer to the ride vehicle seating with assistance from another member of their party.
For guests using Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECV’s) or motorized wheelchairs, none of the ride vehicles or attraction queues at Universal Orlando can accommodate these, with the exception of the Hogwarts™ Express. At those rides which can accommodate manual wheelchairs, guests may transfer from their ECV or motorized wheelchair into a manual transfer wheelchair that is provided at each location.
Vision Disabilities
Scripts outlining the dialogue in many of the attraction experiences are available in large font and embossed in Braille at the Guest Services lobby at the Universal Orlando theme parks.
Prosthetic Limbs
Guests should properly secure or remove all prosthetic limbs before riding the following attractions to prevent hazards or loss due to ride forces:
Flight of the Hippogriff™
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
Any guest with prosthetic arms or hands will be required to ensure the limb is properly attached and able to grasp the ride restraint. Certain hand, arm, leg, and joint elements may be required to ride safely.
Directions:
From I-4 Eastbound (Disney/Lake Buena Vista/Kissimmee):
Take I-4 East to exit 75A
Follow the signs to Universal Orlando’s main parking garage
From I-4 Westbound (Downtown Orlando):
Take I-4 West to exit 74B
Follow the signs to Universal Orlando’s main parking garage
From Orlando International Airport:
Take SR-528 West 11 miles to I-4 East
Take I-4 East 2 miles to exit 75A
Follow the signs to Universal Orlando’s main parking garage
What food can I bring into the Park?
Because there are some great places to eat and drink at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, bringing your own food is generally discouraged. However there are some items that you are allowed to bring with you. Please see below for a full list of acceptable and prohibited items:
Prohibited items
Picnics
Food that requires heating or refrigeration
Alcohol
Glass containers
Hard-sided coolers
Soft-sided coolers measuring over 8.5″ x 6″ x 6″
Coolers, suitcases or any bags with wheels
Folding chairs
Clothing with offensive language or content
Clothing that represents someone as emergency personnel
Acceptable items
Bottled water
Baby food & baby formula
Small snacks that do not require heating
Any food required for special dietary needs
Any food required for medical purposes and medically–indicated nutritional supplements
Soft-sided insulated bags no bigger than 8.5″ wide x 6″ high x 6″ deep
Please be advised that all bags and personal items are subject to inspection