Epic Universe Orlando Guide 2025: Rides, Tips, Hotels & What You Can’t Miss

Universal's Epic Universe Is Now Open – Here's Everything You Need to Know! 🌌🎢

✨ Big news from the theme park capital of the world! ✨ Universal Orlando has officially opened its long-awaited fourth gate: Epic Universe. With mind-blowing new rides, immersive lands, and all-new hotel options, it’s the biggest thing to hit Orlando since the Wizarding World.

This guide breaks down all the must-know details so you can plan the ultimate visit to Epic Universe in 2025.

 

🎢 What Is Epic Universe? Universal’s Epic Universe is a massive new theme park that opened in May 2025. Located just a few miles south of the existing Universal Orlando Resort, it’s a park unlike any other—divided into immersive themed “worlds” connected by the central Celestial Park hub.

 

🌍 Epic Universe Lands – What's Inside? Here’s the full lineup of themed lands you can explore:

 

🧙 The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic

Paris-style magic + British wizard lore = perfection.

Ride Highlight: Battle of the Department of Mysteries – a spellbinding dark ride with a twist.

 

🎮 Super Nintendo World

You’ve jumped into a real-life video game.

Ride Highlight: Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge (Augmented reality GOAT!)

Also: Yoshi’s Adventure – super family-friendly and fun.

 

🐉 How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk

Soar with dragons, meet Vikings, and train your own beast.

Ride Highlight: Hiccup’s Sky Gliders – a scenic family coaster with a view.

 

🧛 Dark Universe

Monsters. Fog. Screams. Gothic vibes.

Ride Highlight: Monsters Unleashed – a heart-pounding dark ride through Universal’s monster lore.

 

🌠 Celestial Park (The Hub)

Gardens, fountains, shops, and one of the best new coasters in Orlando.

Ride Highlight: Stardust Racers – a dual-launch coaster that’s already iconic.

 

🍔 Best Places to Eat Inside Epic Universe

Peach’s Castle Café (Super Nintendo World) – whimsical eats that are Insta-worthy

Le Petit Dragon Tavern (Isle of Berk) – hearty Viking fare with character interactions

Celestial Garden Grill (Hub area) – modern American cuisine in a dreamy setting

 

🏨 Where to Stay – Brand New Universal Hotels

Helios Grand Hotel – Epic Universe’s flagship hotel, right at the park gates

Stella Nova Resort – space-themed and sleek

Terra Luna Resort – family-focused with great pools and easy park access

 

💡 Pro Tips for Visiting ✅ Buy your tickets in advance (this park is HOT) ✅ Get there early—popular rides like Mario Kart and Stardust Racers fill up FAST ✅ Download the Universal app for wait times + mobile food orders ✅ Express Pass is worth it during busy days (and free with Premier Hotels!) ✅ You’ll need two days to experience it all—trust us on this

 

🔥 What’s Actually Worth It? YES: Super Nintendo World and Ministry of Magic – absolutely jaw-dropping YES: Staying on-site – early entry + zero hassle MAYBE SKIP: Smaller shows if you're short on time (ride-heavy days FTW)

 

📅 Ready to Go? Let Us Help You Plan—Totally Free! Epic Universe is changing the game—and we’re here to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

🎟️ Our Explore Orlando travel team will help you:

• Book your tickets and hotel

• Get Express Pass access

• Build the perfect custom itinerary

💼 100% free planning. No hidden fees. Just theme park magic.

🔗 Click here to start your booking now and let the epic begin! 🌌🎮🐉