Universal Epic Universe | Complete Visitor Guide

About Universal Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe is Universal Orlando's highly anticipated third theme park, opening on May 22, 2025. Located on a separate 750-acre campus south of the existing resort, Epic Universe will be the largest Universal park ever built with five immersive worlds connected by a central celestial hub. The park represents a multi-billion dollar investment and is expected to reshape the Orlando theme park landscape.

History of Universal Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe was announced on August 1, 2019, as Universal Orlando's third theme park. Construction was briefly paused during the COVID-19 pandemic but resumed quickly. The park is being built on land Universal acquired years ago south of Sand Lake Road, separate from the existing resort campus. A new hotel, Universal Helios Grand Hotel, is integrated directly into the park entrance. Epic Universe represents the largest single theme park investment in Florida history.

Park Areas & Lands

Must-Do Attractions

• ✓Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge - AR-enhanced dark ride racing through Mario Kart tracks using augmented reality goggles and physical sets
• ✓Donkey Kong Mine Cart Madness - Family coaster through DK's mine with mine cart vehicles and encounters with Donkey Kong characters
• ✓Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry - Next-generation dark ride through the French Ministry of Magic battling dark wizards
• ✓Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment - Large-scale dark ride through Dr. Frankenstein's laboratory encountering classic Universal monsters
• ✓Stardust Racers - Dueling launched roller coasters in Celestial Park - two intertwining tracks racing through the cosmic-themed hub

Insider Tips

• ✓Epic Universe is on a separate campus from the existing Universal parks - plan for travel time between the two campuses
• ✓The Helios Grand Hotel connects directly to the park entrance, giving hotel guests early park admission and walkable access
• ✓Power-Up Bands in Super Nintendo World ($40) are optional but unlock interactive gameplay throughout the land
• ✓Expect very high crowds and long wait times during the opening year - visit on weekdays if possible
• ✓Multi-day tickets and new annual pass tiers will include Epic Universe access
• ✓The park is expected to add more worlds and attractions in future phases on the massive campus

Best Times to Visit

As a new park opening in 2025, expect extremely high attendance throughout the first year. Weekdays will be less crowded than weekends. January and February traditionally see lower Orlando theme park attendance, but the novelty factor may override normal patterns for the first year.

Tickets & Pricing

Ticket pricing for Epic Universe is expected to start at $129-149 for single-day admission. Multi-park tickets including all three Universal parks will be available. New annual pass tiers will cover Epic Universe. Express Pass availability and pricing to be announced.

Dining at Universal Epic Universe

Each world within Epic Universe will feature themed dining. Super Nintendo World will include Toadstool Cafe (themed around Princess Peach's restaurant). The Wizarding World area will feature French-inspired magical cuisine. Celestial Park will house the park's largest dining venues. Full dining details will be revealed closer to opening.