Spending one perfect day at Universal Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida with three small children is the perfect way to begin the summer! Visiting Universal Orlando wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Harry Potter World.

While in Orlando, Florida my family and I had the pleasure of going to Universal Islands of Adventure . . . Universal Studios, Universal Orlando . . . Universal!!

Universal Islands of Adventure & Harry Potter World in pictures!!!

We spent one glorious day at Universal Orlando and it was our favorite day in Florida from our vacation.

Sunday

• 6am: wake-up

• 7am: leave hotel

• 8am: check in to new hotel

• 9am: arrive Universal Islands of Adventure

• 10am: walk around with our mouths open taking everything in

• 10pm: leave Universal Islands of Adventure (begrudgingly)

THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER

The most spectacular themed environment ever created – and the only place in the world where the adventures of Harry Potter come to life. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter provides visitors with a one-of-a-kind experience complete with multiple attractions, shops and a restaurant.

JURASSIC PARK

Jurassic Park River Adventure A thrilling river raft ride through primeval dinosaur habitats.

SUESS LANDING

The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride: Travel high above Seuss Landing as you journey through some of Dr. Seuss’s best loved stories.

The Cat in the Hat : Ride your couch through the pages of Dr. Seuss’s “The Cat in the Hat” and meet the world’s most mischievous cat.

TIPS FOR TODDLERS (HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS)

We did notice that a number of the rides had a 40-inch height requirement. Due to this, there were rides my children were not able to ride. My son was furious he didn’t meet the height requirement for Doctor Doom’s Fearfall — BUT - they will give your children a certificate that they can use the next time to get right ahead of the line once they grow a bit! If your children aren’t quite tall enough yet, that doesn’t mean there are not numerous rides and shows available for smaller kiddos!!

MARVEL SUPER HERO ISLAND

The Incredible Hulk Coaster Experience the rage of the Incredible Hulk on a high-speed roller coaster rampage.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man Careen through the streets with Spider-Man for an eye-popping, high-tech 3-D thrill ride.

Doctor Doom’s Fearfall Doctor Doom’s diabolical device rockets you 150 feet into the air and then drops you faster than gravity itself

CHARACTER ENCOUNTERS

Please note: Appearance of characters listed subject is to change without notice, and not all characters listed are guaranteed to appear at the same time, or on the same day.

JAWS

The Great White Terror of Jaws is back. Only this time, you’re riding a boat through water where he’s lurking just around the corner

Storm Force Accelatron

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

A perfect day! We can't wait to go back!