Your Complete Guide to Universal Epic Universe
Universal Epic Universe is now open at Universal Orlando Resort, and it’s already making waves as the most exciting addition to Orlando’s theme park scene.
This groundbreaking park features five fully themed worlds, each designed to immerse guests in brand-new adventures and unforgettable experiences. Inspired by the stars, Epic Universe dazzles with a celestial atmosphere—constellations and cosmic details create a vibe unlike anything else in the area.
Theme park fans are flocking to explore the park’s innovative rides, attractions, and entertainment that Universal has been teasing for years. With Epic Universe now part of the lineup, Universal Orlando Resort has become an even more irresistible vacation destination, giving everyone a compelling reason to return and discover what’s new.
Overview of Universal Epic Universe
This park is a major leap forward for Universal Orlando Resort, rolling out new attractions, creative theming, and a park layout that’s a real departure from what’s already there. It’s a big move for Orlando’s theme park scene and should make for some pretty unforgettable trips.
About Universal Epic Universe
Universal Epic Universe is Universal Orlando’s fourth park, opening May 22, 2025. It’s packed with original attractions, themed lands, and immersive environments—definitely not just more of the same.
Epic Universe features four main themed lands that surround Celestial Park, each designed to drop you into a totally different world. Whether you’re into fantasy, adventure, or video games, there’s something here for just about everyone.
- Celestial Park
- Super Nintendo World
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
- Dark Universe
- How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk
The whole park is about immersive, distinct environments. Each land has its own architecture, landscaping, and sound, all radiating out from the central hub, Celestial Park.
There’s a “spoke-and-wheel” design, with everything branching from Celestial Park. It makes the park pretty easy to navigate and helps each area feel like its own world, but you can still get around without getting lost.
Lighting, water features, and architecture are all crafted to make the park feel alive, day or night. Every detail ties back to the stories and IPs in each land, so you’ll notice something new every time you visit.
Location Within Universal Orlando Resort
Epic Universe is being built on a brand-new stretch of land south of the main Universal Orlando Resort. It’s separate from Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay.
It’s just a few miles from the main resort hub. Universal has shuttle services and direct connections for hotel guests, so getting there is not a hassle. They’ve also added new hotels nearby to handle the crowds and make it easy to get in and out of the park.
Celestial Park
Celestial Park is your entry point and the vibrant heart of Universal Epic Universe, serving as the park’s central hub and the gateway to its surrounding immersive worlds. The area is both relaxing and visually stunning, with shimmering fountains and starlit details that set the mood for the adventures that await throughout the park.
One of the standout features of Celestial Park is its impressive collection of water elements and interactive fountains. Throughout the park, you’ll find a series of spectacular fountain shows, with water soaring up to 135 feet in the air, choreographed to music and creating dazzling displays that are especially magical after dark.
Celestial Park isn’t just about soaking in the atmosphere—it’s also home to exciting attractions inspired by space, mythology, and the wonders of the universe. The restaurants here echo the park’s cosmic and legendary themes, offering unique menus and atmospheres that transport you to otherworldly realms.
Attractions & Entertainment
Celestial Park dazzles guests with its impressive water features and live entertainment. The highlight is the grand fountain show at the Neptune Pool, where water jets soar high and dance in sync with music and lights, creating a mesmerizing spectacle both day and night.
Stardust Racers is the marquee roller coaster of Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe, and it’s quickly become one of the park’s most talked-about attractions. This dual-launch racing coaster, crafted by Mack Rides, features two intertwining tracks where guests board comet-themed trains and race each other through a series of high-speed twists, turns, and breathtaking near-misses.
The coaster reaches impressive speeds and includes airtime hills, inversions, and a unique “Celestial Spin” where trains rotate around each other in a dazzling display.
The park also features interactive fountains, like Astronomica, which invite guests to splash and play among celestial patterns. Throughout the day, you’ll encounter live performers—musicians, stilt walkers, and cosmic characters—adding energy and a sense of wonder to the park’s atmosphere
The Constellation Carousel is the dazzling centerpiece of Celestial Park, inviting guests of all ages to take a whimsical spin among the stars. This isn’t your typical carousel—each fantastical creature, from lions to dragons and peacocks, rotates a full 360 degrees while lifting riders up to six feet in the air, all to the backdrop of celestial music and radiant, ever-changing lights.
Dining
Celestial Park offers a variety of dining experiences, each with its own cosmic flair. The signature restaurant, Atlantic, is an under-the-sea fine dining venue located beside the Neptune Pool. Here, guests can enjoy fresh seafood, surf and turf dishes, and elegant desserts in a stunning aquatic setting.
For a more casual bite, The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant serves up ramen, sushi, and Asian-inspired plates in a vibrant, dragon-themed space.
In addition to the Atlantic and The Blue Dragon, follow are the dining options in Celestial Park.
- Meteor Astropub is a lively, space-themed gastropub offering craft beers, creative cocktails, and upscale pub fare—perfect for relaxing with friends or family.
- The Oak & Star Tavern specializes in barbecue favorites, serving up smoked meats and savory sides in a rustic yet celestial atmosphere.
- Comet Dogs is your go-to for quick-service gourmet hot dogs with inventive toppings, including options inspired by flavors from around the world.
- Pizza Moon offers delicious pizzas, including vegan choices, in a whimsical, moon-inspired setting.
- The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant features ramen, sushi, and a variety of Asian-inspired plates in a vibrant, dragon-themed space.
- Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets tempts visitors with decadent desserts, pastries, and artisanal chocolates.
- Bar Zenith is the perfect spot for cosmic cocktails and creative beverages.
- CelesTiki serves tropical tiki drinks with a celestial twist, ideal for refreshing breaks.
- Starbucks is also conveniently located in Celestial Park, offering your favorite coffee and snacks to fuel your adventures.
For a more casual bite, The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant serves up ramen, sushi, and Asian-inspired plates in a vibrant, dragon-themed space. Pizza Moon offers delicious pizzas, including vegan options, in a whimsical setting, while Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets tempts visitors with decadent desserts, pastries, and artisanal chocolates.
For drinks, Bar Zenith invites guests to enjoy cosmic cocktails and creative beverages, while CelesTiki puts a tropical twist on classic tiki drinks, perfect for sipping as you soak in the park’s celestial vibe
Super Nintendo World
uper Nintendo World finally lets you step into the worlds of Nintendo games. You’ll run into settings and characters from Super Mario, Mario Kart, and Donkey Kong. Rides use augmented reality, so you can literally race in Mario Kart and wander through familiar game environments.
There are power-up bands for interactive features—collecting coins, taking on challenges, and unlocking surprises. Dining options are straight out of Nintendo, and the shops are packed with exclusive game-inspired gear.
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge is the big draw here. It blends physical sets with augmented reality, so you’ll feel like you’re really racing Mario, Luigi, and Peach on a Mario Kart track. You wear AR visors that project digital images onto the real world—collecting coins, tossing shells, dodging hazards.
It’s family-friendly—no crazy drops—but it’s still got sharp turns and plenty of action. You’ll board four-person karts that look straight out of the game.
Scoreboards along the way show how your team is doing, which makes it tempting to ride over and over. The combo of real sets, digital effects, and team competition makes this one stand out.
Mine-Cart Madness
The Donkey Kong Country area brings the jungle setting from the games to life, with tons of detail and interactive touches.
The main attraction is the “Mine Cart Madness” coaster, inspired by those classic mine cart levels. The ride vehicles seem to leap across broken tracks, thanks to a unique ride system. It’s got that wild, unpredictable energy fans will recognize.
You can check out DK’s treehouse, meet Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong, and snap some photos. The whole area is built for both kids and nostalgic gamers, with plenty to explore.
Yoshi’s Adventure
Yoshi’s Adventure is a family-friendly attraction located in Super Nintendo World, inviting guests to embark on a whimsical journey atop everyone’s favorite green dinosaur. This gentle, colorful ride is perfect for all ages and offers stunning views of the Mushroom Kingdom as you travel along an elevated track.
On Yoshi’s Adventure, you’ll hop into a Yoshi-shaped vehicle and set off on a treasure hunt to find glowing eggs, guided by Captain Toad. As you wind your way through vibrant scenery filled with familiar characters, playful animatronics, and hidden surprises, you’ll spot favorite faces from the Yoshi and Mario games.
With its gentle pace, delightful visuals, and immersive storytelling, Yoshi’s Adventure captures the spirit of Nintendo magic and is a perfect way to experience the fun and wonder of Super Nintendo World.
Power-Up Band Interactive Elements
Power-Up Bands are wearable gadgets you can buy that unlock interactive games throughout Super Nintendo World. Sync them with the app and you’re off—hit question blocks, collect coins, and find mini-games hidden all over.