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Universal 2026
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Universal Studios Hollywood General Admission Ticket, California
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 day
- Price from
- $100 / person
- Location
- Anaheim and Buena Park
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 1,673 reviews
- Group
- 1–5 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Universal Studios Hollywood
Description
Picture your best day ever - all the mischief, wonder and thrills in store at Universal Studios Hollywood. Imagine soaring over lands you’ve only seen on screen. And letting loose with some of your favorite characters on incredible rides. And of course, there’s the world-famous Studio Tour. It’s absolutely the best day in LA. Ticket is valid on your selected travel date only. ** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY **
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 18 times a day, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 10+)
- $100
- Child (ages 3–9)
- $94
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 149 of the next 319 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood movie experience! Don't miss the chance to visit the world's largest movie studio and theme park! At Universal Studios Hollywood there's a world of fun-filled adventures the whole family will love. Upgrade your ticket to the Universal Express option and avoid the regular lines. A Universal Express ticket at Universal Studios Hollywood entitles visitors to one-time express access to each ride, show and attraction. Priority entry privileges, reserved seating, special demonstrations and special tours are subject to ride, show and attraction availability.
Universal CityWalk Hollywood
Add a classic Hollywood finish to your day at Universal CityWalk, more than 30 places to eat, awesome night spots, 19 screen theater with state-of-the-art IMAX® and more than 30 unique shops. It’s LA’s favorite place to play. CityWalk is located directly next to Universal Studios Hollywood.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Explore the mysteries of Hogwarts™ castle, visit the shops of Hogsmeade™, and sample fare from some of the wizarding world’s best-known establishments. Plus, experience Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™ and Flight of the Hippogriff™ as you are transported into a world of magical thrills and excitement.
Feel the rush of adrenaline on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, the first-ever, high-speed outdoor roller coaster coming to Universal Studios Hollywood. Featuring a groundbreaking 360-degree rotation of the individual vehicles that creates a seamless sensation of drifting cars in motion at speeds up to 72 mph, this ride will let you experience the heart-pounding thrill of the Fast & Furious universe like never before. * Not available for Universal Express Tickets
Jump into the world of Super Mario™ and battle Team Bowser on the groundbreaking Mario Kart™: Bowser's Challenge, dine at Toadstool Cafe™ and level up with themed merch. It's a new way to play!
Studio Tour
Visit 13 city blocks on four acres of historic studio lot in the largest set construction project in studio history! You’ll laugh along with comedian Jimmy Fallon, the video host of the Studio Tour as he introduces entertaining clips seen on HD monitors in the trams to augment the live Studio Tour guide narration. Encounter the smoldering wreckage of the Boeing 747 from Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds; Come face-to-face with Amity Island's most famous resident – "Jaws"; see the world's largest, most intense 3-D experience - King Kong 360 3-D, see the incredibly creepy Bates Motel and more!
Discover the exciting world of your favorite Pets characters on the all-new ride, The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, now open. Join Max, Duke, Gidget and Snowball on a journey through the streets of New York City and celebrate at your very own welcome-home party.
Jurassic Park The Ride
Prepare yourself for an epic world of adventure in Jurassic World. Enter into an immersive land where you’ll experience the all-new heart-pounding Jurassic World –The Ride. Then, come face-to-face with Blue at the Raptor Encounter, excavate fossils at DinoPlay, grab a bite at Jurassic Café, a cocktail at Isla Nu-bar, and shop at Jurassic Outfitters
Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride
Face heart-pounding special effects and shocks at every turn, plus raging mummy warriors, on a rollercoaster ride into the world of The Mummy
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Enter through the towering castle gates and make your way down the familiar passageways and corridors of Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit iconic locations such as Dumbledore's office, the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom, the Gryffindor™ common room, the Room of Requirement, and more. Then get ready to soar above the castle grounds as you join Harry Potter™ and his friends on an unforgettably thrilling adventure, coming face-to-face with an array of magical creatures. This amazing attraction uses groundbreaking, state-of-the-art technology (and a little magic) to create a one-of-a-kind ride.
Transformers: The Ride - 3D
Fusing photo-realistic 3D HD media and elaborate flight simulation technology with cutting edge physical and special effects, TRANSFORMERS™: The Ride-3D is the next generation immersive Theme Park attraction
Join Gru, his daughters and the mischievous Minions on a heartwarming and thrilling ride. Start your journey in Gru’shome, where you’re recruited for his latest scheme –one where you’ll become an actual Minion. Then, visit a re-creation of Illumination’s Despicable Me’s memorable seaside carnival, Super Silly Fun Land, an all-new, over-the-top outdoor family play zone
The Simpsons Ride
The Simpsons Ride™ and Springfield, U.S.A. Careen and crash through Springfield U.S.A. with America’s favorite animated family, The Simpsons™. Enjoy the town by visiting the famous KrustyBurger, indulging in delicious Lard Lad Donuts and meeting friends at Moe’s Tavern!
Super Silly Fun Land
Super Silly Fun Land is an elaborate play zone adjacent to Despicable Me Minion Mayhem. This colorfully themed, interactive Minion-inspired outdoor venue is a literal interpretation of the seaside carnival from Illumination’s “Despicable Me,” designed to entertain guests of all ages with its more than 80 different water-play features. A nearby dry zone invites guests to climb, jump and slide, while the Minion-themed ride, “Silly Swirly Fun Ride,” will soar and spin guests around for a 360-degree view of “Super Silly Fun Land” aboard a fleet of uniquely styled ride vehicles.
King Kong 360 3-D
Don’t miss the award-winning King Kong 360-3D created by Peter Jackson – The world’s largest 3-D experience, only on the Universal Studios Hollywood™ Studio Tour. Your heart will pound. Your survival instincts will be on overload. Prepare to be caught in the middle of a terrifying struggle between a 35-foot T-Rex and the 8th wonder of the world – King Kong.
Flight of the Hippogriff
Flight of the Hippogriff™ is a family-friendly roller coaster that spirals and dives around the pumpkin patch, and then swoops past Hagrid’s hut.
WaterWorld
Experience Universal Studios #1 rated show. Join an adventure that surges to life with jumping jet-skiers, perilous plunges, firefights, massive explosions, and an in-your-face plane crash you need to see to believe.
DreamWorks Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda
Get ready for another level of awesomeness at DreamWorks Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda. Join Master Po in a multi-sensory attraction using state-of-the-art visual effects and cutting-edge technology to engulf you in a world of adventure
What's included
Included
VIP Experience Only: Gourmet meal with light refreshments
Includes access to shows, rides and attractions
VIP Experience Only: Complimentary Valet Parking
Admission to Universal Studios Hollywood (duration and type selected at time of booking)
Not included
Universal Express access (unless selected and purchased)
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Carnival games (available for purchase)
Movie tickets for Universal CityWalk Cinemas
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Parking
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
1,673 reviews
How it compares in Anaheim & Buena Park
- The most-reviewed of 106 tours in Anaheim & Buena Park
Excurgo comparison of 106 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please Note: In order to maintain the safety of guests, modified operating procedures have been put in place. Guests visiting the park will have their bags inspected by staff. Large bags and coolers will not be permitted in the park. Outside food is not permitted inside the park with the exception of bottle water, fruit and baby food.
- IMPORTANT: Voucher is only valid for selected date of travel
- © Nintendo. Nintendo trademarks are properties of Nintendo. HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s26).Inc.TRANSFORMERS and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission.© 2026 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.© 2026 DreamWorks LLC and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved. The Mummy © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. Kung Fu Panda © 2026 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved. Universal’s Animal Actors © 2026 Universal Studios. THE SIMPSONS TM & © 2026 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Universal Studios Hollywood General Admission Ticket, California lasts about 1 day. The itinerary has 18 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Anaheim and Buena Park experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 18 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–9 pay from $94, adults from $100.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 149 of the next 319 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 1,673 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Universal Studios Hollywood.
Reviews(1,673)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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It's OK
As this is our second time round at the universal studios, it did not give us the 'exciting' experience we'd hope for (this time we took our son). The admission fee I feel is abit over priced, there were only a handful rides for adults and the express pass is only valid one per ride per day and half of the rides on that day was not working. We spent alot of time walking around looking for something that we would 'enjoy' or worth our money. Overall, I think it's overpriced like other theme parks - so prepare to spend abit. All the staff at the gate front will tell you their favorite ride is mario cart but in fact their tactic is to draw everyone down to the bottom - It wasn't working on this day so we don't know!
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Good and Not So Good
29Sept.2026: There are pros & cons to this park. Tour: The back-lot tour was interesting, but there were the same displays from over a decade ago mixed in with a few new displays. There was active filming, but you can't see much from the road. The tour trailers squeeze 6 people per row which is too many for the space provided - it should be 5 to be comfortable. I had to lean forward most of the tour. The theme park was highly detailed. We were very impressed with the Harry Potter area. We tried the Butterbeer which is not beer. It taste like overly sweet cream soda, overpriced at $11/ea.! We were surprised at the lack of benches. If you're with older people, they need somewhere to sit down. City Walk has the same issue. Rides: Most have highly detailed visual affects. However the rides had glitches. We were on the Harry Potter ride and it shutdown mid-way for no explanation. Prices: The biggest issue is the price point (value) including parking and entrance. We bought discount tickets however they were still over $100 per person! This is not a big park, but the prices are just under what Disneyland charges which is much bigger. Lunch was $40 for two people. Parking: There are two parking options, general is $40 or preferred for $60 which are ridiculous prices! They are taking advantage since no other options unless you park outside which is metered city parking. Hours of operation: As other's have mentioned the park is only open for 8 hours. If you want to see everything it is not enough time with long wait times. Unless someone is wealthy, I don't think I would recommend USH. Tips: bring a bottle of water and wear sunscreen, shade is limited.
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Disappointing visit
Had a very disappointing visit. I gave them a 2 because I enjoyed meeting some characters and walking through different areas. It was disappointing that most of the rides were not plus size friendly. I prefer going to Disneyland now.
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Loved it!
Enjoyed using Viator as a Canadian for the fact I was charged in CAD. Seamless experience and had such a great day!
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Incredible!
Better than Disney! Went with my 17 year old and we had the best day!! 8 hours of amazing rides and shows, clean and well organised. Queues were non-existent, but that was also because we came mid-week in early September. General parking is fab and takes you through the City Walk, which is also cool. Highlight were the Minions, Transformers and Harry Potter rides. Don’t miss the Waterworld stunt show and DEFINITELY go on the studio tour! Would definitely go again.
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Worth It
We were worried that it wouldn’t live up to the steep $145 entry fee, but it did. The Fast and Furious was the best coaster we’ve ever experienced. We went on most of the rides, the lines were relatively short for a Friday and we enjoyed all but one of them. They could use more benches in the shade as we got a bit overwhelmed by the heat.
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Great experience but pricey
The best part of the visit was the studio tour. The other fun rides were between okay and great. We had the limited fast pass which turned out to be. a waste of money. We visited mid September and the wait lines were pretty short maybe because most visitors came in the PM for the Halloween Specials.
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Not completely Universal…
Day spent in this park where there is indeed some good, or even very good! And some not-so-good obviously. The good is the organization as a whole, then the Jurassic Park and Minions rides, and the dive into the behind-the-scenes of the studios with the Star Tour..: the very good with the Harry Potter area and the attraction in the castle which is the best of the best! The not-so-good is having to pay to leave your bag in a locker for certain attractions. So I understand that you sometimes have to leave them for safety reasons or not to lose something.., but paying $5 for that (every time?!?) plus it doesn't accept the credit cards we had (all 3) and in the meantime they froze the attraction where we were supposed to go..: frankly between the price of the entrance ticket and the $40 parking, this is crossing the line! Anyway, apart from that and the food not being exactly incredible and not cheap! The park is nice as a whole!
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Cute but it could be improved
The park is a must-see once in a lifetime, the settings are very cute, the show is beautiful. The rides are nothing special, all 4D simulators... very high prices for everything... perhaps too much for what is actually offered.
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