Discover Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Our tips:
- Enjoy the queue
- Single Rider
- Loose items
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is the dark ride inside Hogwarts castle, in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure. First you walk through the school's famous corridors. Then you fly with Harry Potter and his friends over the castle grounds.
The concept
You enter through the grand castle gate. In the queue you'll see talking portraits and visit well-known places from the books and films. According to the story, Hogwarts lies in a secret location in the north of Great Britain. Muggles only see an old ruin there.
The Experience
Beneath a ceiling of floating candles, you board an enchanted bench. Then you fly past the Astronomy Tower to the Quidditch pitch, alongside Harry and Ron on their broomsticks. According to Universal, groundbreaking techniques (and a little magic) make the ride unique.
Discover Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Enjoy the queue
The queue takes you past famous places, such as Dumbledore's office, the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom, the Gryffindor common room and the Room of Requirement.
Single Rider
Riding alone, or don't mind sitting apart? The Single Rider queue is often shorter.
Loose items
Loose items aren't allowed on the ride. Take as little as possible with you to the attraction.
Visitor information
You must be at least 1.22 metres (48 inches) tall. Single Rider and Child Swap are available. Loose items aren't allowed on the ride, and size restrictions apply to the safety restraints. This attraction is part of Universal Express Pass, which lets you skip the regular queue.
The Hogsmeade classic
For many fans, Forbidden Journey is the highlight of Islands of Adventure. Afterwards, take your time to explore Hogsmeade, with Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and Flight of the Hippogriff close by.
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