What was removed for VelociCoaster?

Not only did Universal have to remove the former Triceratops attraction, but they also had to remove the former Velociraptor Encounter.



To make way for the Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Islands of Adventure, the primary attraction removed was the Triceratops Encounter (also known as Triceratops Discovery Trail). This interactive walkthrough attraction had been largely inactive for nearly a decade before its formal demolition in 2019. Beyond the animal encounter, Universal cleared a significant amount of unused land surrounding the Jurassic Park Discovery Center and razed a major pedestrian bridge that previously connected the Lost Continent to the Jurassic Park area. This reconfiguration allowed the high-speed coaster to "weave" through the existing landscape and over the lagoon. In 2026, fans also recently noticed that the Pteranodon Flyers attraction nearby has been behind construction walls, sparking rumors of further Jurassic-themed updates as Universal continues to refine the "VelociCoaster" footprint into a cohesive Jurassic World sub-section of the park.

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The attractions that will permanently close on Jan. 16, 2023, to be removed to make way for new construction include Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster, Curious George Goes to Town, Fievel's Playground, DreamWorks Destination and Meet Shrek and Donkey.

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It's a beautiful way to end your day at Universal's Islands of Adventure. The attraction closed to “make way for future show enhancements,” according to Inside the Magic. No word on what these future show enhancements will be, but its sure to be awe inspiring when the attraction rereleases.

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VelociCoaster is a launched roller coaster at Universal Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida. Manufactured by Intamin, the ride opened to the public on June 10, 2021.

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Yes, the VelociCoaster is the scariest roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort. Other coasters come close, like The Incredible Hulk Coaster, but we believe that the scariest roller coaster at Universal is VelociCoaster. Guests can reach speeds over 70 mph and are being chased by Velociraptors the entire time!

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A Guest claimed to have an intense headache after exiting the ride. This incident was reported on February 11, 2023. A month later, on March 12, 2023, a Guest experienced abdominal pain after riding Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal's Islands of Adventure.

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“(Only having a lap bar is) not unique on coasters anymore. A lot of coasters have them now, but it makes the experience better because you don't feel like you're stapled into your seat,” Kraftchick said. The real magic (a.k.a. physics) is all in that bar.

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VelociCoaster lives up to its name by delivering an unparalleled roller coaster experience where guests are catapulted along 4,700 feet of track, 155 feet in the air at 70 mph, through a series of high-speed launches and more ? all culminating in a spiraling 360-degree inversion inches above the lagoon.

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I'm not a roller coaster guy, and although I ultimately did enjoy the few times I rode the ride, I would definitely call the drop pretty scary. It's also very pretty at the same time with a good view over the park though, if you get past the fear.

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Keep the Kids in Mind Although there aren't specific age limits to ride the VelociCoaster, there are height limits. If your children are under 4 foot 3 inches, they won't be able to go on the ride. Fortunately, there is a waiting space for the children to watch as the adults speed down and around the tracks.

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It wasn't as surprising, however, to see that the ride that closed the second most this month was VelociCoaster, closing 36 times over 19 days. This is the most intense coaster in the park to some, so it's definitely common for things to go wrong or need to be fixed quickly.

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As Universal Studios Florida introduced newer 4D theateresque attractions, they included more movement, so Guests didn't feel as if they were simply sitting in a theater watching a short film. As a result, the reign of Shrek 4D was over, and the attraction closed permanently on January 10, 2022.

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