Which park is better for kids Universal or Islands of Adventure?

If you are contemplating Islands of Adventure or Universal Studios for adults, then you would consider Islands of Adventure more. However, if you want fun for the whole family, Universal Studios is perfect for slightly more shows and kid-friendly attractions (especially for those under 5 years-old).



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Many may feel discouraged about bringing kids to Islands of Adventure because of all the thrill rides but no need to worry; there's plenty for little ones here.

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Hands down Islands of Adventure – Hogsmeade wins on rides. There are more choices plus they use superior technology. Hagrid's Motorbike adventure is unlike any roller coaster you will ever go on. Islands of Adventure Harry Potter is a great option if you love rides.

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Winner: Universal Studios Universal Studios wins because there are more characters to meet all around the park. We love the two parks just about the same. If we had to choose the best park, Islands of Adventure might have the edge in terms of rides. Still, Universal Studios has the edge on most of the other factors.

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1 Day, 2 Parks, Admission Only Enjoy park-to-park access to both Universal Studios Florida and Universal's Islands of Adventure on the same day.

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It really doesn't matter which one you start at, honestly. I tend to feel like most people head to IOA first thing in the morning, because it is a straight shot from the parking garage. I would maybe just hop around both parks on both days, and play it by the crowds. There are great attractions at both parks.

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That said, Wizarding World (like most of the rides at Universal Studios) is probably best suited for kids 7 & up. Kids who are already well-versed in all things Potter will have the best time since every nook and cranny is inspired by J.K. Rowling's sprawling imagination.

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If you are contemplating Islands of Adventure or Universal Studios for adults, then you would consider Islands of Adventure more. However, if you want fun for the whole family, Universal Studios is perfect for slightly more shows and kid-friendly attractions (especially for those under 5 years-old).

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Yes, it is possible to see both Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in one day. You will need a one-day two-park ticket to experience all that the Wizarding World has to offer, since Diagon Alley is located in Universal Studios and Hogsmeade is located in Islands of Adventure.

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Both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure have many great options for children of all ages, including 4-year-olds.

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Disney's Magic Kingdom – Lake Buena Vista Experience the magic through your little one's eyes at Magic Kingdom, the most toddler friendly of all the Walt Disney World theme parks. Magic Kingdom has an abundance of rides with no height requirements, meaning that little ones won't feel left out.

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Disney World has more for younger kids. If you're planning a once-in-a-few-years vacation, you probably want your little one to get to experience a variety of experiences with you, and Disney World—specifically Magic Kingdom—offers much more for the littlest ones than Universal.

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Overall we would always lean towards Islands of Adventure for early park admission. The main reason is this park is home to the newest Universal ride the VelociCoaster. As you can imagine this ride can have one of the longest wait times in the parks throughout the day.

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For that reason, we recommend devoting a minimum of a full day to each Universal Orlando theme park, especially if this is your first visit. Three days is ideal, particularly with a park-to-park pass, as it will allow you to fully explore each park and revisit your favorite attractions.

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As you can guess if Saturday and Monday tend to be the busiest, Tuesday tends to be the best day to visit Universal Studios Orlando. We also find Thursday to be one of the least busy days of the week at Universal Studios, with Sunday being a great weekend option.

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Theme Park 2. IOA is the second of the three Universal parks in Orlando, and it has a distinctly different feel from either USF or Volcano Bay. Whereas USF is oriented around classic movie franchises like Jurassic Park and Harry Potter, IOA is all about high-adrenaline rides and attractions.

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The cheapest and least crowded times to visit Universal Studios are: September. Weekdays in October. January through the third week in February.

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Across six different islands, you'll find 18 awesome attractions (19, if you have a park-to-park ticket). From more mild-mannered rides to the most heart-pounding of thrills, there's something for frogs of all ages. That being said, there's only so much time in a day, so sometimes you need to prioritize.

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