What is the difference between Harry Potter World in Orlando or Hollywood?

Both Hogwarts Castles are identical but each have their own setting. In Florida you access Hogwarts from two areas; one by crossing a bridge from the outside near Jurassic Park, or inside after wandering through Hogsmeade. In California, you get to Hogwarts by passing through the Forbidden Forest outside of Hogsmeade.



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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios Hollywood is great for a concise getaway, but ultimately, nothing beats Universal Orlando when it comes to the full magical experience. Those looking to enjoy the best of all the flavor, fun, and attractions will want to head to Orlando to find it.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Orlando has two Wizarding World lands — Hogsmeade Village and Diagon Alley — connected by the Hogwarts Express train, while Hollywood has only Hogsmeade with the iconic Hogwarts castle (and plenty of Butterbeer, of course).

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If your family is partial to high-octane thrills, then Universal Orlando would probably be the better choice. Although Hollywood features some rides for thrill-seekers, such as the aforementioned Revenge of the Mummy coaster, Orlando boasts eight roller coasters between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.

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Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Park is best for people who want to take in the atmosphere and those who have always wanted to explore the world of Harry Potter for themselves.

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More rides you'll find in California but not in Florida Other attractions you can currently experience at Universal Studios Hollywood but not at Universal Orlando are Secret Life of Pets and the WaterWorld stunt show. Universal Studios Hollywood also has different walk-around characters than in Orlando.

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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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Hollywood Studios is owned by The Walt Disney Co. and costs slightly more, though you'll be able to enjoy more attractions ranging from Star Wars to Frozen. Universal Studios, meanwhile, is owned by NBCUniversal and charges a little less than Disney.

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There are two rides in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Hollywood. The Flight of the Hippogriff is Universal Studios Hollywood's first outdoor roller coaster. It is family-friendly, short and appropriate for muggles 39 inches and up. Be sure to take notice of Hagrid's hut and Buckbeak in his nest.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has five rides, split between Islands of Adventure Hogsmeade and Universal Studios Florida Diagon Alley.

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Is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter an entirely separate theme park? Nope, it's just a themed land—albeit an incredibly immersive one—in the middle of Universal Studios Hollywood.

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keep in mind, they are part if 2 large theme parks that are connected at the back by the Hogwarts Express. the Universal parks offer many fun rides & experiences... so if you want enough time to ride every ride in both parks, 2 days is sufficient, 3 days is good to give you wiggle room to revisit favorite rides.

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If your primary focus is on the quality and variety of Harry Potter-themed rides, Islands of Adventure and Hogsmeade come out on top.

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It takes one full day to see and do the highlights of Hollywood Studios at Disney World. Planning out your Hollywood Studios itinerary and other theme park itineraries is one of the best tips for visiting Disney World.

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Visiting Universal Orlando in One Day FAQ A: Yes, you can see and do everything at Islands of Adventure in one day. As a general rule of thumb you do want to give each Universal Orlando park it's own day as this will allow you to relax as you go through your day.

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If your family is partial to high-octane thrills, then Universal Orlando would probably be the better choice. Although Hollywood features some rides for thrill-seekers, such as the aforementioned Revenge of the Mummy coaster, Orlando boasts eight roller coasters between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.

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In order to get the full experience of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you really need to visit both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida theme parks. And you'll need at least two days at Universal to see all of it.

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You get to walk through Platform 9 3/4 and experience a magical train ride just like Harry Potter did, versus taking a long walk on foot between the two parks that contain the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Is the Wizarding World of Harry Potter worth it? Yes, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is worth it.

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Travel between both lands of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™: Diagon Alley™ in Universal Studios Florida™ and Hogsmeade™ in Universal's Islands of Adventure™.

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