Times of surprises, renewed adventures and great announcements are coming. Universal Orlando Resort has just announced the most important and ambitious development in recent years: in 2025 it will open the new Universal Epic Universe theme park in the state of Florida.
Con five immersive worlds and more than 50 attractions exciting, it will have restaurants, shops, three brand new hotels and much more.
According to the company, the park “will present an unmatched level of immersion and innovation and will transport visitors to expansive worlds with more than 50 impressive attractions, entertainment, dining experiences and shops that come together to create an unforgettable adventure.”
In this way, the award-winning Orlando resort will incorporate its fourth theme park, after Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and the aquatic Universal Volcano Bay.
There, families, couples and friends enjoy their vacations with a range of unprecedented emotions: from the amazement of walking through the streets of Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley in “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”, to the adrenaline generated by meeting face to face. with a velociraptor in “Jurassic Park” or the joy caused by a piece of cake on top of a milkshake in “The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen”.
In this context, Universal Epic Universe is “a radically transformative experience that will fully immerse guests in beloved intergenerational stories that empower them to be the epic heroes of their adventures.”
Located just a few miles from Universal Orlando’s current offerings, Epic Universe will feature “stunning multi-sensory environments, impeccable design and innovative technology throughout,” promising a profound change in park entertainment.
Guests will explore five themed worlds, and today Universal is sharing details about one of them: Celestial Park.
What will Celestial Park be like?
In the heart of Epic Universe, Celestial Park It will have rolling gardens, water canals and walking paths.
“The park in the theme park.” This is what the company says about the details of this area that promises “exuberant living gardens located next to sparkling waters and surrounded by architecture inspired by astronomical and mythological elements.”
Additionally, Celestial Park will be the gateway to exploring the four additional worlds of Epic Universe, each of which will bring to life extraordinary adventures beyond guests’ imaginations.
The new places will be the following:
- “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministerio de Magia”: People will discover a different era of the wizarding world in an entirely new area that will combine the 1920s Wizarding Paris of Warner Bros. Pictures’ Fantastic Beasts films with the iconic British Ministry of Magic from the Harry Potter series.
- “Super Nintendo World”: Guests will enter the famous green tube and discover a new way to play as they delve into the worlds of beloved characters like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Donkey Kong.
- “How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk”: There you can fly with dragons in a colorful world full of Viking adventures based on the popular film franchise How to Train Your Dragon.
- “Dark Universe”: From the experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein to the shadowy landscape where monsters roam in a world of myths and mysteries, this space will have it all.
What attractions and experiences will the new Universal park have?
Some additional details about the attractions and experiences that can be enjoyed while adults and children explore Celestial Park:
- Starfall Racers: A double launch coaster that will send guests soaring through the skies aboard kites in a race to see who is the fastest of them all. Reaching speeds of up to 100 kilometers per hour and heights of up to 40 meters along 1,524 meters of track, Starfall Racers will be Epic Universe’s most exciting roller coaster experience with unique maneuvers such as the “Celestial Spin”, in which the Two vehicles will perform an inverted weave while accelerating through the air.
- Constellation Carousel: The great piece of Celestial Park. Explorers of all ages will take an incredible spin aboard constellations that glide back and forth (and even perform 360-degree rotations) across the Milky Way in a choreographed dance of music and starlight.
- Astronomical: An interactive wet play area that will also function as a giant compass rose in Epic Universe, with blue fountains that will dance around visitors.
- Gastronomic experiences: From full-service restaurants to fast food joints that offer something for every palate, including Atlantic, a surf and turf restaurant located inside a Victorian aquarium.
Meanwhile, at The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant, diners will embark on a culinary journey through Asia, enjoying Chinese, Japanese and Thai food in this restaurant decorated with neon dragons and lanterns. Within Celestial Park, other must-sees will be The Oak & Star Tavern, for barbecues, and Pizza Moon, with a menu of varied pizzas.
Hotels: what accommodation options will the new park offer
Located within Epic Universe, it is located Universal Helios Grand Hoteldesigned to transport guests to a world where heaven and earth come together, with 500 rooms, unique views and its own exclusive theme park entrance.
Epic Universe will also be adjacent to two other new Universal hotels, jointly owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co., including sister properties Universal Stella Nova Resort y Universal Terra Luna Resort.
In addition to raising the level of innovation in theme parks, Epic Universe is Universal Destinations & Experiences’ latest development to integrate energy efficiency and sustainable building practices.
For Harry Potter fans
For a limited time, Universal Orlando Resort visitors can enjoy a special pop-up store highlighting the magical creations of Studio MinaLima. That is, the beloved artists behind the graphic accessories for the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films.
At the Universal Studios Store located at Universal CityWalk, you can get some of the most famous movie accessories, such as the Hogwarts acceptance letter, the Marauder’s map, The Prophet and the Black Family Tapestry.
House of MinaLima stores have delighted fans around the world with its headquarters in London, and pop-up stores in Osaka, Tokyo, Seoul, Paris and New York, before its long-awaited stop at Universal Orlando Resort.
More information: www.UniversalOrlando.com; @universaldestinationslatino on Instagram.