Universal Studios Showdown: Orlando vs. Hollywood - Which Park is Right for Your Next Adventure?

Travelers frequently debate which Universal Studios destination offers the best experience: Orlando, Florida, or Hollywood, Los Angeles. A recent video from content creators Juanfer & Malu provides a detailed comparison, highlighting key differences to help visitors make an informed choice. Universal Orlando Resort boasts four parks, including its newest addition, Epic Universe, which opened in May. Ticket prices for Universal Orlando start from $120 USD for a single day at one park, with park-to-park options beginning at $175 USD. Notable attractions include the thrilling VelociCoaster, the Hulk rollercoaster, and the expansive Wizarding World of Harry Potter. In contrast, Universal Studios Hollywood features a single park, with tickets starting from $110 USD. For an enhanced experience, the Express Pass is recommended, starting at $200 USD. Hollywood's unique offering is its famous Studio Tour, providing an inside look at movie sets where iconic films were made. It also features Super Nintendo World, which recently opened. Both locations share popular themed areas such as Minion Land, Springfield (The Simpsons), and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. While Orlando is suggested to be more suitable for younger children due to its broader range of family-friendly parks, Hollywood is recommended for those with limited time who wish to experience a concentrated dose of movie magic. The choice ultimately depends on a traveler's priorities: the sheer scale and variety of Orlando or the iconic film history and compact experience of Hollywood.