Universal Studios Hollywood 1-Day Theme Park Tickets Los Angeles

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood is both a theme park and a working film and television studio, in Universal City just north of Hollywood. The studio was founded in 1915, and the tour of its lots opened to the public in the 1960s. If you are searching for Universal Studios Hollywood tickets, this one covers general admission for one day, plus a second day for eligible visitors.

The park is built on a hillside with an upper and lower lot linked by long escalators. Many visitors ask whether one day is enough. It is, if you plan your route and prioritise the big attractions, and the second day included with this ticket lets you return for what you missed.

The Studio Tour

The Studio Tour is the original attraction and remains the best way to see the working backlot. A tram carries you through sets used in famous films and television shows, with special effects, surprises and video commentary along the route. Guests can also see how movie magic is made in a real studio environment.

The tour lasts about an hour, and queue times are usually shortest early in the morning or in the last hours before closing. If you are wondering if the Universal Studios Hollywood tour is worth it, it is the attraction that sets the park apart from other parks. Allow time for it early in your visit.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Minion Mayhem

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter recreates the village of Hogsmeade and the castle of Hogwarts. Its main ride, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, takes you through the castle on a robotic arm ride with visual effects. The area has shops and themed streets that fans enjoy exploring.

Despicable Me Minion Mayhem is a 3D motion-simulator ride that turns guests into Minions, and it suits families with children who enjoy a light, funny attraction. The park also has other rides and shows. Rides and areas can close or change, and some experiences may have height limits or extra charges.

Planning your day: hours, tickets and getting there

This ticket is 1-day general admission with a second day of admission included, which is available to customers outside the US and Canada at the time of purchase. The park is generally open from 10:00 to 18:00, but park hours vary by season, so check the daily hours before your visit. The ticket is valid on the date you choose, and the terms of the second day appear in your confirmation.

How to get to Universal Studios Hollywood is straightforward: it is next to the Universal City/Studio City station on the Metro B Line, and drivers can use the park's car park, though parking is not included in the ticket. The best time to visit is a weekday outside school holidays, when queues are shorter. CityWalk, the free shopping and dining area, is at the entrance.