No acting experience required.

One-day general admission begins at $109, with two-day general admission beginning at $149.

Front gate purchases will cost significantly more, and advanced online purchases are suggested.

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Universal Express offers expedited access to almost every attraction and show with ticket packages beginning at $189.

Guided VIP experiences begin at $349 and offer small group expedited access to rides and complimentary refreshments.

The newest attraction, Secret Life of Pets: Off The Leash!

Jurassic World - The Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood

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With ever-changing production schedules, no two rides on this iconic attraction are ever the same.

Other rides include a family-friendly Minions attraction, aHarry Potter-themed coaster for all ages, and interactive playscapes.

Thefirst Super Nintendo Worldin the United States is slated to open in 2023, bringing new attractions.

Beignets from Taste of Universal at Universal Studios Hollywood

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No meal is complete without fan-favorite Butterbeer ice cream.

No park ticket is required to visit CityWalk.

Weekdays between holiday seasons are the best time to visit for shorter lines at attractions and restaurants.

Universal CityWalk Street at Universal Studios Hollywood

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Grinchmas, included with general theme park admission, sees gleeful holiday-inspired upgrades.

Universal Express proves to be invaluable during these times.

Unlike Orlando’s version, they do not have on-site, Universal-operated hotels, but hotel partners.

The exterior of the Sheraton Universal Hotel, located adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood,

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The theme park’s live shows also shine, like “Waterworld: A Live Sea War Spectacular.”

Other shows include the hilarious Universal’s Animal Actors featuring real-life, Hollywood-trained pets.

Many guests enter and begin their day at the upper lot’s attractions.

‘The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ Light Projection Spectacular at Universal Studios Hollywood

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Instead, work backward by beginning at the lower lot to possibly relieve wait times.