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What is the newest Harry Potter ride at Universal Orlando Resort?

Author

Christopher Pierce

Updated on April 28, 2026

Universal has released a new documentary on Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. This is the latest attraction to open at Universal Orlando Resort. We love this immersive roller coaster and the documentary is fantastic if you are a fan of Universal.

Is there a new Harry Potter ride at Universal?

The Epic New Addition Now Open. For the first time ever, join Hagrid™ as you fly far beyond the grounds of Hogwarts™ castle on a thrilling roller coaster ride that plunges into the paths of some of the wizarding world’s rarest magical creatures.

What’s new at Universal Studios Orlando 2021?

What’s Coming to Universal in 2021 and Beyond

  • DreamWorks Destination entryway at Universal Studios Florida.
  • Jurassic World VelociCoaster.
  • Epic Universe concept art.

Why is the new Harry Potter ride closed?

Nearly three hours after the rest of Universal’s Islands of Adventure opened this morning, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade finally opened. The reason for this morning’s closure has not been officially confirmed, but some Team Members said they were being sent home early due to a power outage.

Which Universal Studios Harry Potter is better?

When it comes to which Harry Potter park is better at Universal, Diagon Alley in Universal Studios is the clear winner. They have more shops, more merchandise, and the fun of trading your money for Gringotts bank notes.

Where is the new Hagrid ride at Universal?

Islands of Adventure
Located in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure (one of two theme parks at Universal Orlando), the Hagrid Motorbike Adventure is a hybrid dark ride and roller coaster.

Will VelociCoaster have express pass?

The only rides that do not have Express access in either park are Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Pteranodon Flyers at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

Is the ET ride still at Universal Studios Florida?

The Hollywood version closed on March 14, 2003, and was replaced by Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride. The Japanese installation closed on May 10, 2009, and was replaced by Space Fantasy: The Ride. The E.T. Adventure in Orlando became the last remaining in operation and later received a refurbishment in 2017.

What is replacing Shrek at Universal?

DreamWorks Theatre
Universal Studios Hollywood opened its Shrek 4-D attraction in 2003 at the same time as Universal Orlando, but the attraction closed in August 2017 and was replaced just a few months later (May 2018) with the new ‘DreamWorks Theatre.’

Where is Harry Potter at Universal?

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (Universal Orlando Resort) The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a themed area spanning two theme parks-Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida-at the Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida.

What rides are in Harry Potter?

The Hogwarts Express. Get ready to journey to Platform 9 3/4. Riding the Hogwarts Express is definitely something you’ll need to experience.

  • Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. This ride is one of my favorites,for the queue and the ride itself.
  • Hagrid’s Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure. Hagrid’s is the latest ride to open.
  • Is there a Harry Potter tour in London?

    Preferred partners: Golden Tours buses offer showings of the first Harry Potter film! Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, provided by Golden Tours, is the most popular tour from Central London to go behind the scenes at the actual studio in Watford where the phenomenally successful Harry Potter films were made.

    Is there a Harry Potter ride at Disney World?

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is not part of Walt Disney World—it is part of Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios theme parks. To get there from Walt Disney World you have three paid options, plus another that’s discounted!