How do you avoid crowds at Universal Studios Hollywood?

Visit during peak times Don't visit when everyone else does. If possible, try to avoid long weekends, spring and summer breaks and busy holidays. You can check the ticket calendar on the park's website and look for the dates with the cheapest admission, $109. Those are safe bets for avoiding the biggest crowds.



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Here are the days we expect to have the lowest crowd levels at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023:
  • Weekdays in January (minus the week of New Year's Day and the days around MLK Day)
  • Weekdays in February (minus the days around Presidents Day)
  • March 1-10.
  • April 17-30.
  • Weekdays in May (except for Memorial Day)


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Here are some of our top tips for visiting Universal Studios Hollywood in LA:
  1. Avoid Weekends and Public Holidays. ...
  2. Arrive Early & Stay Late. ...
  3. Skip the Lines with Express Tickets. ...
  4. Book in Advance. ...
  5. Don't Bring Big Bags. ...
  6. Bring Water & Some Snacks. ...
  7. Research Which Shows & Attractions You Want to Do. ...
  8. Don't Miss the Studio Tour.


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Most people would say 6-7 hours is the average time needed to see the best of Universal Studios, so pretty much one full day.

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Most people would say 6-7 hours is the average time needed to see the best of Universal Studios, so pretty much one full day. You could certainly spend multiple days there seeing all the theme park has to offer but 6-7 hours should cover the main sights and experiences to get through that you are interested in.

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Even though these tickets cost more than regular admission, the benefits are well worth it, especially if you are taking that once-in-a-lifetime trip. The park limits the number of Universal Studios Hollywood Express Passes sold each day, so the awesome perks are always maintained.

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When you add Universal Express access to your theme park admission, you get to skip the regular lines at most of your favorite rides and attractions. So you can fit way more fun into your day.

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Ways to Skip the Lines at Universal Orlando
  1. Option 1: Visit During a Less Crowded Time.
  2. Option 2: Stay at a Universal Orlando Hotel.
  3. Option 3: Purchase a Universal Express Pass.
  4. Option 4: Use Universal's Virtual Line Program.
  5. Option 5: Purchase a VIP Experience.


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Here are the days we expect to have the lowest crowd levels at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2024: Weekdays in January (minus the week of New Year's Day and the days around MLK Day) Weekdays in February (minus the days around Presidents Day) The first few days in March (until March 9)

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Here are the days we expect to have the lowest crowd levels at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2024: Weekdays in January (minus the week of New Year's Day and the days around MLK Day) Weekdays in February (minus the days around Presidents Day) The first few days in March (until March 9)

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The busiest times to visit Universal Orlando are:
  • The week of Thanksgiving.
  • The week between Christmas and New Year's.
  • Spring break season (the beginning of March through Easter Sunday).


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Conditions Of Entry All bags, backpacks, purses and packages are subject to X-ray and/or additional inspection prior to entering the theme park. Coolers, suitcases and bags with wheels are prohibited. We recommend you leave unnecessary articles in your car and secure valuables in your trunk.

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While strolling through CityWalk is free, parking at Universal is not. However, if you are visiting CityWalk to go to the movie theatre, you can get a rebate (or cash back) on your parking bringing the price down to only $5 for parking!

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You can use Express Pass for all the rides at Universal Studios Hollywood with one exception: Mario Kart Bowser's Challenge. These are the attractions included in Universal Express Pass: Despicable Me Minion Mayhem. DreamWorks Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda.

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The only rides that do not have Express access in either park are Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Pteranodon Flyers at Universal Islands of Adventure. Jurassic World VelociCoaster is now available with Universal Express!

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