What is the difference between Hollywood Studios and Universal Studios in Orlando?

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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Although both are based on thrills revolving around movies and television, that's where the similarities end. 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.

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If you're more interested in large rides like roller coasters, Universal is going to be your best bet. The same is true if you're a big fan of Harry Potter. If you don't mind some of the more family-friendly rides or you have little ones to bring along, Disney may be a better option.

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Hollywood Studios is a great park with really good theming and rides. The galaxies edge area is great with the Rise of the Resistance ride being a brilliant experience. We also love the toy story area. We did experience quite a few ride breakdowns in this park.

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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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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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A full day to take in everything would be best. Make sure you get fast passes for the rides that usually have the longest wait times, like toy story ride, rockin roller coaster, and tower of terror....all great rides not to be missed. All the shows are great, so you can't go wrong with any you choose.

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Hollywood Studios isn't all that different. Both parks charge upward of $100 per day, though Universal's tickets start at $109 depending on when you're visiting. This price is valid for a one-day, one-park ticket, which means you'll be able to enter only Universal Studios Florida or Islands of Adventure — not both.

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Another very popular question we receive is, is Disney or Universal Cheaper? And as a general rule of thumb, Universal is cheaper than Disney in almost every category, from tickets to theme park food, and the most noticeable being hotel rooms.

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At Universal, the wait times can be long for the bigger roller coasters, but the parks themselves are generally much less crowded. There's usually more room to space out and breathe without other guests crowding around you.

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It truly depends on your goal of the trip! If you want to ride bigger rides, drink a bit, walk onto rides, Universal Studios is your park. Disney is better suited for people who appreciate the details, don't mind more kids, want to try different foods, and have more park options.

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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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Universal Studios in California is sometimes maligned when compared to that neighboring iconic theme park in Anaheim (cough cough). But we think a visit to Universal Studios is 100-percent worth the money if your kids are Potterheads. It's the ultimate experience for people who love all things Harry Potter.

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Epcot is a lot more relaxed, theres a few good rides but there is the world showcase for you to explore there is also fireworks every night . I would go for HS but it would be very close. If Pixar is important definitely Hollywood Studios.

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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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As a general guideline, vacation prices for Universal Orlando are most affordable during specific months: late August, September, January, and February. These months often align with the best time to go to Universal Studios 2023 and beyond, as they offer a combination of lower costs and fewer crowds.

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Yes, you can ride every ride at Hollywood Studios in one day, if all goes according to plan. If you also want to meet characters, watch shows, and enjoy sit-down meals, you may have to pick and choose rides.

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Tip #3 For Visiting Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios In The Same Day: Genie Plus, Lightning Lanes, and Individual Lightning Lanes. When it comes to taking on two parks in one day, Genie Plus on the My Disney Experience App can be your best friend.

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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. This attraction accepts Universal Express Pass. Additional restrictions apply.

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