I have discovered over the years that many people think
Universal Orlando Resort theme parks are just for guests who love thrill
rides. While it is true these parks have
some amazing thrill rides (I’m looking at you, Velocicoaster!), there are plenty
of rides to please anyone in your party that prefer more tame attractions.
Recently I took my own family down to experience everything
Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure have to offer. My son is just venturing into the world of
roller coasters, but still has some growing to do. My daughter is still a bit cautious when it
comes to rides. They both declared that
they LOVE Universal Orlando Resort and can’t wait to return!
In no particular order, here are our favorite non-coaster rides that are sure to please everyone in your group.
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem: In this awesome simulator ride you get turned
into a minion! Margo, Edith, and Agnes oversee
your minion training, but things get a little out of hand. This ride is exciting and funny, but still
tame. This is a popular attraction, so
be sure to use your Early Park Admission to hit this ride first before heading
back to Diagon Alley.
Location: Universal
Studios Florida
Height Requirement: 40 inches
E.T. Adventure:
This classic dark ride is the only remaining opening-day attraction. That’s right—E.T. is the O.G.! It has survived because it’s a ride everyone
enjoys. You will board a bicycle and
help E.T. get back to his home planet, which is very colorful and full of
various other creatures that look just like our familiar friend. Even though my kids have never seen the movie
E.T., they were entranced with this ride.
Location: Universal
Studios Florida
Height Requirement: 34 inches
Everything in Seuss Landing!: I asked my kids for advice
for narrowing this down to one attraction in Seuss Landing, and they were
horrified! How could we possibly eliminate
any of them?! Truly everything in this
area is a hit for those in your party that just aren’t in to thrill rides. Adults will feel the nostalgia of the books
from their childhood and kids love the fun colors and designs. Surprisingly, there are a few things that do
have height requirements, so just be aware of that with your small
children.
The Cat in the Hat: dark ride that retells the classic storybook. (height requirement: 36 inches)
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish,
Blue Fish: a classic spinner
ride, much like the famous flying elephant you might find elsewhere. There is the possibility of getting wet on
this attraction, which adds to the fun!
The High in the Sky Seuss
Trolley Train Ride!: Just look up and you will see this cute train above
you throughout the land. A nice way to relax
and see what Seuss Landing has to offer (height requirement: 36 inches)
Caro-Seuss-el: You’ve never seen a carousel with such
zany creatures before!
Location: Islands of
Adventure
Height Requirements: (see above)
Hogwarts Express:
This famous scarlet train isn’t just transportation from one park to the
other—it’s a whole experience! As you
sit in your compartment you will see and hear familiar characters and scenery. And did you know that the experience is different
depending on which direction you are traveling?
NOTE: You MUST have Park-to-Park
tickets to board the Hogwarts Express!
Location: Universal
Studios AND Islands of Adventure
Height Requirement: None
Location: Islands of
Adventure
Height Requirement: 42 inches
attraction will make guests a Men in Black Agent Trainee. You must use your laser gun to help rid New York of the pesky aliens. Each guest will rack up their own points and can compete for high score. At one point you can even blast another car of trainees and make them spin!
Location: Universal Studios Florida
Height Requirement: 42 inches
Storm Force Acceleration: This is basically a teacup style attraction,
but I swear those ride vehicles were slinging us around a bit more than their
Fantasyland counterparts. This
attraction is tucked away back near the entrance to The Incredible Hulk Coaster,
so it’s easy to miss. This is a great
attraction for your non-thrill seekers to do if others in your party wish to
experience the excitement of Hulk.
Location: Islands of
Adventure
Height Requirement: None
Location: Islands of
Adventure
Height Requirement: 40 inches
If you’ve been putting off a trip to Universal Orlando
Resort because you thought it was nothing but roller coasters, it’s time to
book your trip. This resort has so much
to offer for everyone in your group!
Some of you may be scratching your head in disbelief that I
left out one of your favorite attractions. There are still so many more rides
that aren’t the typical adrenaline-pumping roller coasters in both theme parks,
but the list must end somewhere! There are several more rides that could be
included in addition to shows and multiple play areas for children. Tell us in the comments…what attraction would
you add to the list?
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