Universal Orlando vs Universal Hollywood

Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando has 2 theme parks, a water park, and 6 Universal-operated hotels.

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Hollywood has 1 theme park and a movie studio backlot tour.

Roller coaster fan? Choose Universal Orlando

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Movie Buff? Choose Universal Hollywood

Universal Hollywood was a movie studio first. Don't miss the backlot tour. Gamers will love Super Nintendo Land!

Both coasts have the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

But it's much bigger at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando Hogsmeade Village & Diagon Alley

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Universal Hollywood Hogsmeade Village

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Lots of on-site hotel options at Universal Orlando

Take your pick from 6 different themed hotels in a range of budget options, all operated by Universal. Universal Hollywood has several chain hotels nearby UO hotel guide

Universal Hollywood can be covered in one day

Consider staying on-site

Want to spend time at Disney too? Choose Universal Orlando

It's only about a 20-minute drive between Disney & Universal in Orlando. In LA, the trip is at least an hour. Learn more

Universal Orlando vs Universal Hollywood