Universal Orlando Resort has just revealed details about Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts – the revolutionary attraction found in the heart of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley!
The Grand Opening date for the spectacularly themed environment will be announced at a later time yet will be sometime this Summer – it’s release is highly anticipated and you’ll want to make those Universal Orlando travel plans.
Imagine being part of the iconic moment from the Harry Potter film series where Harry, Ron and Hermione break into one of the most guarded places in the wizarding world – Gringotts bank – to retrieve a magical object that will help defeat Lord Voldemort.
Just thinking about this attraction gives me goosebumps, like being IN the movie itself!
Universal’s creative team worked hand-in-hand with Stuart Craig and his production team from the Harry Potter films to immerse guests in this pivotal scene from the final Harry Potter book and film.
During the action-packed, fully-immersive journey on Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts:
- Marvel at the 60-foot, fire-breathing Ukrainian Ironbelly dragon atop Gringotts Wizarding Bank
- Tour Gringotts bank and pass through the marble hall where you’ll see goblins hard at work
- Race through a labyrinth of underground Gringotts vaults
- Encounter the villainous Death Eater, Bellatrix Lestrange, as she attempts to send you to your doom
- Come face to face with He Who Must Not Be Named
- Experience even more mind-blowing moments
The multi-dimensional, multi-sensory attraction, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, will revolutionize theme park entertainment. This next generation thrill ride seamlessly integrates a compilation of the most innovative technology ever created, 360-degree themed sets, 4K digital high-definition animation, state-of-the-art 3-D Infitec projection systems and live special effects with beloved characters and breathtaking moments from the Harry Potter books and films.
“Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts will change the way you think about theme park attractions,” said Mark Woodbury, president of Universal Creative. “We’ve created an entirely new type of ride that propels guests into the story like never before, and guests will remember it long after their visit to Diagon Alley.”
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley will bring even more of Harry Potter’s adventures to life. The new area will double the size of the sweeping land already found at Universal Orlando, expanding the spectacularly themed environment across both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure.
Inside the land, guests will enjoy themed shops, dining experiences and the groundbreaking thrill ride – Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts.
For additional information about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/WizardingWorld.
About Universal Orlando Resort:
Vacation like you mean it at Universal Orlando Resort – where every heart pounding, jaw-dropping, goose-bumping second counts. It is the only place where you can turn spending time with your family into spending time as a family. Together, you can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, become a Minion in the hilarious and heartwarming Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ride, and join Optimus Prime in the fight to save mankind on the new mega-attraction, TRANSFORMERS: The Ride – 3D. And, coming this summer, you can step into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley.
Universal Orlando Resort is home to two incredible theme parks: Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure; four magnificently themed on-site hotels: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and the newest addition, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort; and Universal CityWalk – a nighttime entertainment complex featuring a collection of nightclubs, restaurants and shops. And located just minutes from Universal Orlando Resort is Wet n’ Wild, Orlando’s premier waterpark.
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Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
05/13/2014 at 2:42 pmThat looks amazing! I am always so impressed with how they really up their game when it comes to new attractions….
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:21 amIsn’t it crazy, mind blown by the ideas that come to life!
Brenda P says
05/13/2014 at 3:22 pmI need to go, even as an adult Harry Potter is one of my most favourite movies ever!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:22 amSame here, and my kids love the films too. My husband is one die-hard super-duper Simpsons fan {like, every word memorized!}, so we need to make that visit happen. Never been, so due time!!
Susanna says
05/13/2014 at 3:47 pmWe were there last year but it looks like we need to plan another trip, I think I’d look forward to this more than my sons!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:22 amIt’s always good to feel like a kid again, keeps us young at heart! 😉
Stacie says
05/13/2014 at 4:02 pmI went to Universal Studios in Orlando in 1992 and have been wanting to go back since. I love the Harry Potter books so this is an attraction that is high on my bucket list.
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:23 amYes, I’d say you need to – let’s both vow to make this a reality soon!
Tiffany (Fabulous Mom Blog) says
05/13/2014 at 4:15 pmI’ve got to get my family back to Orlando so we can go there. Looks like a great resort!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:24 amI regret not going last time we were in Orlando – WHAT were we thinking!?!?
Natalie says
05/13/2014 at 5:34 pmI need to go back, this new attraction looks incredible!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:24 amI’ll share updates as they arise!
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05/13/2014 at 6:12 pmLooks like the ultimate destination for Harry Potter fans!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:24 amIndeed, a pretty big deal!
Chrysa Duran says
05/13/2014 at 6:58 pmFabulous! This looks really great and would be fun for the entire family.
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:25 amFrom the young to the old, I think it would spark many smiles for sure!
Deanna T. (@MapleLeafMommy) says
05/13/2014 at 9:40 pmOh my goodness, this looks so amazing. This right here makes me want to visit Universal. Badly.
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:25 amI know, right? Let’s go!! 🙂
Emily says
05/13/2014 at 11:23 pmThis looks so cool! I’d love to go with my friend who loved harry potter as a kid.
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:25 amand now I have the urge to re-watch all the films too!
Sarah says
05/13/2014 at 11:48 pmI have so many friends who are obsessed with Harry Potter. I’ll have to share your post with them. I’m sure they’ll be booking a trip soon!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:26 amThanks for sharing Sarah!!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
05/14/2014 at 6:04 amI haven’t been to Universal in about ten years, so there was no HP stuff at all back then. I am way overdue for a visit.
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:26 amI’d say, I bet a lot has changed since then!
Nicole W. says
05/14/2014 at 8:44 amI just saw this video last night. It looks INCREDIBLE!
Tammi says
05/14/2014 at 9:27 amSo thrilling, I can just imagine what experiencing it would be like!
Ellen Christian says
05/14/2014 at 9:15 amWow this looks like so much fun. I would love to go with the kids.
Brandy says
05/14/2014 at 9:45 amWe have plans to hit up Universal Studios next year but I am already planning. I am not sure who will like it more myself or the boys.
Kelsey Apley says
05/14/2014 at 9:52 amOne of my sister’s loves Harry Potter and she would be head over heels there!! Looks like a really fun place to vacation and use your imagination!
Jennifer Soltys says
05/14/2014 at 9:54 amI am not a “ride” type person, but I would go on this. It has to be just magical!!!
Tara says
05/14/2014 at 12:21 pmSo very exciting! The buzz is huge! Fun to be had very soon!
Kayla @ TheEclecticElement says
05/14/2014 at 12:26 pmI have a Harry Potter obsessed friend that would go crazy if she ever got to experience something like this! While I’m not as big a fan as she is (I don’t know anyone who is), I would personally love to see and experience this myself as well if ever given the opportunity 🙂
mrdisco says
05/14/2014 at 1:13 pmi hope i can visit one day
Daisy says
05/14/2014 at 1:47 pmWe are so excited to go and check this out. It looks so amazing!
Emily Reid says
05/14/2014 at 2:10 pmOh my god! This place looks AMAZING! I want to go!!!!!!!
Liz Mays says
05/14/2014 at 2:26 pmI think it’s going to be open in time for my daughter and I to go there later this summer! I’m excited!
Amy Desrosiers says
05/14/2014 at 2:53 pmWow, those characters look so realistic it’s scary! I’d love to check it out!
Amanda A says
05/14/2014 at 3:05 pmThat is so awesome! My daughter asks me all the time if we can go to FL to see this! It does look pretty awesome.
Jen Temcio @dapperhouse says
05/14/2014 at 3:23 pmI am curious to see it because it will be “mind blowing” but wow – it looks SCARY~~ taking theme park ride to a new level!
Angela S says
05/14/2014 at 3:31 pmThis looks great! I am hoping to make it to Universal Orlando this summer.
Pam says
05/14/2014 at 3:41 pmThis looks like so much fun. My daughter is a HP fan and wants to go so bad.
Sandra says
05/14/2014 at 4:26 pmWhen this opens we will be the first in line!
Toni says
05/14/2014 at 7:37 pmI can not wait for this to open. I am so excited for this expansion
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
05/14/2014 at 9:29 pmI love Harry Potter! I won’t be in FL for a while so hopefully this will be open by then.
Jenn @ The Rebel Chick says
05/14/2014 at 9:31 pmThis is so exciting! I can’t wait for it to be completed and open!
Tasha says
05/14/2014 at 11:22 pmWow! This attraction looks awesome! One more reason for me to finally go to Universal Orlando! 🙂
Debi says
05/15/2014 at 8:12 amThis is on my list of places when we go down this fall.
Annette Abrahamson says
05/15/2014 at 10:33 amI havent been to Universal Studios since Harry Potter showed up. I miss the place!!!
Marianne says
05/15/2014 at 11:26 amThat looks fantastic, I’m personally not into HP things, but my daughter is just starting to get into it.
Sharon says
05/15/2014 at 5:29 pmWhat an amazing place! I want to go as much as the kids!
Teresa Claire says
05/17/2014 at 9:30 pmI hate to admit it but I haven’t read the books or seen any of the movies but it is on my list of must do things. I will head to the library and start at the beginning and after I’ve read the books, I will see the movies. Then I will know what everyone is talking about!!