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Universal Orlando Resort

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With Steven Spielberg as creative consultant, Universal Orlando has created some of the world's most innovative theme park attractions based on pop culture's most compelling films and stories.

Families will experience two world-class theme parks - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure - a nighttime entertainment complex and magnificently themed on-site hotels. Universal Studios is a working film and TV production studio as well as a highly acclaimed motion picture and television theme park featuring attractions such as "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride" and "Shrek 4-D." Islands of Adventure is the world's most technologically advanced theme park and features five uniquely themed islands that include Seuss Landing, Marvel Super Hero Island and Jurassic Park. Its marquee attractions include "Jurassic Park River Adventure" and "The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man."

In addition to its theme parks, Universal Orlando Resort also includes CityWalk, a 30-acre nighttime entertainment complex that features restaurants, shops, clubs, a 20-screen cineplex and live-entertainment. The destination's three on-site Loews hotels include the Portofino Bay Hotel, the Hard Rock Hotel and the Royal Pacific Resort.

Address & Contact
6000 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida 32819
407-363-8000 or 407-224-4233
 www.universalorlando.com

Universal Orlando® Resort Highlights
Universal's Islands of Adventure®
Universal Studios® Florida
Universal CityWalk®
Blue Man Group
Universal Cineplex Movie Theaters

Hours
Universal Studios® and Islands of Adventure are open 365 days a year. Operating hours normally begin at 9:00am and closing times vary.

Admission
2-Park/1-Day: Adults - $82.95; Child (ages 3-9) - $72.95 (purchase now)
1-Park/1-Day: Adults - $71.00; Child (ages 3-9) - $60.00 (purchase now)

Florida Residents: Check Current Rates & Specials

Directions
From Orlando International Airport:

1) Take SR-528 West 11 miles to I-4 East
2) Take I-4 East 2 miles to exit 75A
3) Follow the signs to Universal Orlando's main parking garage or to one of the three (3) resort hotels

From I-4 Eastbound (Disney/Lake Buena Vista/Kissimmee):

1) Take I-4 East to exit 75A
2) Follow the signs to Universal Orlando's main parking garage or to one of the three (3) resort hotels

From I-4 Westbound (Downtown Orlando):

1) Take I-4 West to exit 74B
2) Follow the signs to Universal Orlando's main parking garage or to one of the three (3) resort hotels

Parking
Self-Parking
The enclosed parking garage utilizes moving sidewalks, escalators and elevators, on-site wheelchair rental, and an on-site kennel. Vehicles can leave the garage and return the same day by stopping at the toll plaza upon re-entry and presenting their parking ticket.

Daily parking fees are categorized by vehicle type:

• Cars, Vans, & Motorcycles
• RVs & Trailers
• Preferred Parking: Available for automobiles for just a few extra dollars.

Please note that FREE PARKING is available after 6:00pm in the Universal Orlando® parking garages, except on designated special event nights, and excluding Valet Parking.

Valet Parking
Valet parking is available for cars and vans at a charge. Upon arrival to Universal Orlando® Resort, follow the signs to Valet Parking.

Vehicle Assistance - If you should experience car problems while visiting, battery jumps are provided as a courtesy to our guests. If further assistance is needed, raise your hood if possible, and report your vehicle's location to any parking attendant for assistance.

There are also call boxes located throughout the parking garage which can be used to contact Security.

Services
• First Aid Stations at both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida
• Child/Baby Swap Area
• Restrooms
• Nursing Facilities and Companion Restrooms
• Telephones
• Kennel Boarding
• Postal Services

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