The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Hogsmeade

While in Orlando, we definitely wanted to take advantage of a day at Universal Studios to explore the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. As you may know, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter spans both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios parks and you can ride between the parks via Hogwarts Express. There are three themed rides to experience at Hogsmeade. When we landed ourselves at Hogsmeade we began our adventure with Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. This steel launched roller coaster ride is perfectly themed. You’re immediately immersed in the world of Harry Potter as you wind your way through the queue which includes holograms of your favorite characters as well as animated portraits. The ride itself is just as immersive and thrilling. It’s definitely worth experiencing multiple times.

Next, we ventured to a re-creation of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry to ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. This was another thrill ride that makes the rider a part of the story combining reality and virtual reality for a one of a kind thrill. Finally, we rode the family roller coaster, Flight of the Hippogriff. This coaster is very tame, and the ride is short but still a fun experience.

While at Hogsmeade be sure to grab a cold butter beer! It was a hot day so we took ours frozen. Of course, also head to Honeyduke’s for sweets and grab an interactive wand.