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Universal Studios Hollywood

100 Universal City Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 91608
800 864 8377
Ranked #15 of 353 attractions in Los Angeles
4.0 of 5 stars 2109 Reviews
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Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling theme park rides and... more » Owner description: Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio, and Los Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk. Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique experience that’s fun for the whole family. Explore Universal Studios backlot on the legendary Studio Tour. Then face the action head on in heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s biggest movies. End your day with the energy and excitement of Universal CityWalk. All this and much more. Only at Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A. « less
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Thessaloniki, Greece
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

WOW is the best word that can explain what you can see or do! Especially the tour to the studios and the 4D experience at the King-Kong cave! Highly recommended!

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Sunderland
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I was a bit disappointed because compared to other parks I've visited in Europe this one is quite small and we didn't even managed to do all the rides and that explains the score I gave. But it was fun and the rides were very good.

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French Island, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I had to drag my hubby onto this new ride as he'd no interest in a 'Kid's movie ride". But let me tell you he ate his words and is now telling everyone he knows what an awesome ride it is. The 3D effects are mind blowing and the ride is a rollercoaster of up and downs twisting and turning... More

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Los Angeles, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Since locals can get year round passes for a reasonable price, they visit Hollywood more often than Disney World, CA Adventure, and other parks. It is too crowded. Additionally, the crowds at Disney Land and the other parks in O.C. are of a different caliber. My last out-of-town guests asked me if gangs hang out at Universal. I told them... More

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Preston, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

allow plenty of time take studio tour early and waterworld show was brilliant nad not very long. some shows are reserved for regular los vegas residents and not for visitors

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kent
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Brilliant - the Transformers 3D was really good as was Jurassic Park, the Mummy and Simpsons ride. The studio tour is really good too!!

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Wellington, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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If you're thinking of paying the considerable premium for these, note that Universal has recently changed policy and these passes can now only be used once for each ride. Frankly, this is a rip-off. As repeat visitors it ruined our experience, meaning we couldn't actually do what we had planned at all - go around our favourite attractions a few... More

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Miami
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39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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We were completly surprised with how much our whole family loved this place! The rides were fun for all of us (except our 2 yr. old who was much to little to go them). We all enjoyed the shows though! The studio tour was fun for all also! I couldn't contain my excitment when we approached Wisteria Lane and saw... More

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Connecticut
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Not much to do and very expensive. We wished we would have saved and gone to Disneyland. Wait times for the attraction were not bad. The backlot tour was just ok. Not very informative of how things work. Our favorite attractions were the Transformers and The Mummy. Just save your money. Food was horrible also.

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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Amazing park with the best attractions, scenery and views. If you go in July, don't think twice - buy the VIP ticket. It's expensive indeed but ensures that you will not stand in the queue more than 10 mins, and on some shows - reserves the best seats for you. I lost my hat when our boat fell down the... More

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