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Universal Islands of Adventure

Orlando, FL · Central Florida$$$

About

At Islands of Adventure in Universal Orlando, VelociCoaster launches past the raptor paddock to 70 mph in 2.4 seconds. Riders need to be 51 inches tall. Over in Hogsmeade, Forbidden Journey walks you through the castle gates and the Hogwarts corridors before the ride starts, and the Hogwarts Express leaves from the village for Diagon Alley if you hold a Park-to-Park ticket.

Highlights

Hogwarts Castle and HogsmeadeThe Incredible Hulk CoasterJurassic Park and the VelociCoasterPharos Lighthouse at Port of EntryHogwarts Express to Diagon Alley

Getting there

6000 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32819

A one-park ticket for Islands of Adventure does not include Epic Universe, the newest of Universal's three parks.

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