Harry Potter- Wizarding World FAQ

[bugaler]

We are going sometime between December 27-January 3. We haven't set the exact date for going to Universal yet. Should we be worried about getting into Harry Potter? That is the only reason we are going to Universal.

 

[mesaboy2]

We are going sometime between December 27-January 3. We haven't set the exact date for going to Universal yet. Should we be worried about getting into Harry Potter? That is the only reason we are going to Universal.

Those days will be extremely crowded. If you go, be there at park open and go straight to WWoHP, then do not leave the area until you've done everything you care to.

 

[bugaler]

Thanks that was what I was thinking we would have to do.

 

[gleecker]

Hi I have many questions I hope you can help me!

I'm having a road trip in the USA and I'm planning to go to Florida in May 2013 especially to visit the Wizarding World.. Can't miss it for my life
-Is the place crowded this time of year? And how long will I be spending in queues approx.?
-If I'm thinking of spending a whole day at Universal Orlando, will I have time for the other rides that aren't in WWoHP, or can I spend my whole day there? 'Cause to be honest, 1 roller coaster is not enough for me =)
-Honestly now, I'd like to try the butterbeer, the pumpkin juice, the ice-cream.. But are they actually good?? I'd rather never know then be disappointed.. And waste my money on it (I'm just 19 and this is a trip with 2 friends, I'm not rich )
-The ride inside the castle, I understood you can walk the whole thing or take a ride, what's the difference? Will I miss some of the castle if I go on the ride? What's more fun to do?

That's it for now but I'll be coming back for more, thanks in advance!!

 

[macraven]

Hi I have many questions I hope you can help me!

I'm having a road trip in the USA and I'm planning to go to Florida in May 2013 especially to visit the Wizarding World.. Can't miss it for my life
-Is the place crowded this time of year? And how long will I be spending in queues approx.?
-If I'm thinking of spending a whole day at Universal Orlando, will I have time for the other rides that aren't in WWoHP, or can I spend my whole day there? 'Cause to be honest, 1 roller coaster is not enough for me =)
-Honestly now, I'd like to try the butterbeer, the pumpkin juice, the ice-cream.. But are they actually good?? I'd rather never know then be disappointed.. And waste my money on it (I'm just 19 and this is a trip with 2 friends, I'm not rich )
-The ride inside the castle, I understood you can walk the whole thing or take a ride, what's the difference? Will I miss some of the castle if I go on the ride? What's more fun to do?

That's it for now but I'll be coming back for more, thanks in advance!!

you won't need an entire park day just to do parry hotter section.
not that much there to take 8 hours to cover, crowded or not.

if you go in May, go during the week.
avoid fridays as many school groups do attend that day.

butterbeer, pumpkin juice, etc. ........depends on the person.
i'm not found of regular bb or the pj but others are.
i like the frozen bb only.
everyone likes something different.

in the regular line for fj, you do see inside the castle.
since you plan to spend a lot of time there, do both lines to compare.

other coaster rides are spiderman, hulk that are outside the parry hotter area.
dueling dragons/dragons challenge, and the former unicorn coaster are inside the PH area.

read at www.universalorlando.com for more information on the rides in the park.

 

[gleecker]

Thank you! That's very helpful

Do you know if there's any deal for one day in Universal Orlando and one day in Disney World? How much will it save me and if booking it early gives me an advantage?

 

[macraven]

darkside, motherland......

no discounts/deals for one day park tickets.


tickets for the darkside become cheaper if you buy a multi day pass.

 

[LucyBC80]

How are the crowds during the President Week? Is a 9 at Disney the same as a 9 at Universal? Do you guys recommend visiting during the week still? And should I head straight to WWoHP? I'm staying at a Holiday Inn and I'm eligible for early entry, will that help?

 

[lindsey]

I have not ready the whole thread yet, but wanted to ask this question. I am going with my grandkids in January. I have not seen any of the movies. If I watch the first one, will that be enough to understand the theme?

 

[damo]

I have not ready the whole thread yet, but wanted to ask this question. I am going with my grandkids in January. I have not seen any of the movies. If I watch the first one, will that be enough to understand the theme?

Yup. Better yet, read the first book!

Even if you don't know anything about Harry Potter, it is basically just fantasy stuff with wizards and dragons and magic wands.

 

[Hostess]

Hi. I am trying to locate the direct phone number for Three Broomsticks. Does anyone have it? Thank you.

 

[damo]

Hi. I am trying to locate the direct phone number for Three Broomsticks. Does anyone have it? Thank you.

There is a direct phone number for Three Broomsticks?

 

[MIChessGuy]

There is if you BELIEVE there is .....

 

[macraven]

no direct number i am aware of.

i googled it and only recieved different guest services numbers.

 

[mso]

I know this is a question everyone has asked, so I figure I'll join the club.

I am going to Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios on Sunday (jan 27) and Monday (Jan 28).

Which day is likely to be less busy for WWOHP? I'm assuming the monday but I thought I'd check. Also, is there a better time to go to avoid the crowds (early in the AM or early evening)?

Also generally what are the crowds at both places like during that last week of January??

Thanks!!!

 

[mesaboy2]

I know this is a question everyone has asked, so I figure I'll join the club.

I am going to Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios on Sunday (jan 27) and Monday (Jan 28).

Which day is likely to be less busy for WWOHP? I'm assuming the monday but I thought I'd check. Also, is there a better time to go to avoid the crowds (early in the AM or early evening)?

Also generally what are the crowds at both places like during that last week of January??

Thanks!!!

Believe it or not, the Sunday may be the less crowded of the two. It's a relatively quiet time of year though, so you are likely to be fine on either day. Pick the time of day that works best for you, just avoid the middle of the park operating day if possible. The first hour or two, or the last hour or two, of any park day are typically the least busy times at any theme park.

Have fun!

 

[mso]

Thanks so much for the quick response! This is a great message board for information!!

 

[CleKait]

How rough is the Forbidden Journey? Could I wear my glasses on it? I ask because I need my glasses to see and don't want to put them in a locker and not be able to enjoy the castle. Plus I get a headache if I don't wear them. I could definitely survive the ride without them, I just really want them to see the castle.

 

[BrinkofSunshine]

How rough is the Forbidden Journey? Could I wear my glasses on it? I ask because I need my glasses to see and don't want to put them in a locker and not be able to enjoy the castle. Plus I get a headache if I don't wear them. I could definitely survive the ride without them, I just really want them to see the castle.

Yes, you can wear your glasses on the ride I always do and I'm never worried about them falling off.

 

[vleeth]

Yes, you can wear your glasses on the ride I always do and I'm never worried about them falling off.

Thanks for this info. DD7 has glasses now and we'll have to figure out when she shouldn't wear them. This really helps.