Islands of Adventure is one of the most technologically advanced theme parks in the world.
It features cutting-edge rides and attractions that will have you screaming for more.
Come and enjoy some of the world’s most dynamic roller coasters along with whimsical children’s rides that may remind you of when you were young.
Experience the sights, sounds, and thrills of a lifetime.
Islands of Adventure covers over 100 acres and consists of five distinctly themed islands and the Port of Entry. Look for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, which is scheduled to be open June 18th, 2010. It will be a theme park inside a theme park. You will be immersed into the adventures of the world’s most popular wizard.
Once you have entered Islands of Adventure get your Guide Map to help you navigate through the islands. Check your map for times and locations to meet your favorite characters. Look for the Marvel Super Heros including Spider-Man, Dr. Seuss’ Cat In The Hat, Popeye, Bluto, and more.
Port of Entry – This is where the adventure begins at Islands of Adventure. Once you step through the front gate of the park you are immediately transported to worlds away. The Port of Entry does not have any rides but the architecture and attention to detail in the buildings is breathtaking. The area was designed to have the appearance of an old Port Town. The street is lined with unique shops and eateries and is the most photographed area in the park. Since you have to go out the same way you came in to Islands of Adventure, we suggest doing your shopping on the way out of the park. This way you don’t have to carry your treasures around all day. For full service dining look for Confisco Grille. Croissant Moon Bakery, Cinnabon, and Arctic Express are also located in the Port of Entry area.
Seuss Landing – This is where the beloved children’s books of Dr. Seuss come to life before your eyes. This fanciful area is awash with Color and Seussian Whimsical Architecture & Music. Seuss Landing was designed with the little ones in mind, but anyone who read Dr. Seuss as a child will enjoy the nostalgic fun. Don’t let the little ones miss any of the four rides in Seuss Landing: The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride, The Cat in the Hat, Caro-Seuss-el, or One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. They will also enjoy the interactive play area, If I Ran The Zoo. For dining in Seuss Landing look for Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendous, Green Eggs and Ham Café, Hop on Pop Ice Cream Shop, and Moose Juice Goose Juice.
The Lost Continent – This mysterious island combines mystical elements and ancient mythical legends. The island features an ancient Grecian Temple with falling ruins, a busy North African Bazaar, and a medieval English village from the days of King Arthur. Adventure awaits you around every corner. For all you adrenaline junkies, Dueling Dragons is located on this island. Tour the remains of the ancient Temple of Poseidon in Poseidon’s Fury and check your map for show times at The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad. Make a wish in The Mystic Fountain in Sindbad’s Village. For full service dining look for Mythos Restaurant. The Frozen Desert and the Fire Eater’s Grill are also located on The Lost Continent Island.
Jurassic Park – This Island was 65 million years in the making. The famous novel and motion picture come to life with dinosaurs and man co-existing for the first time anywhere outside of the movies. You never know what is going to jump out of the lush landscape. For a close-up look at one of the Island’s T-Rex residents, ride Jurassic Park River Adventure. The Island is also home to a replica of the visitor’s center that was destroyed by the dinosaurs in the movie. It is known as the Jurassic Park Discovery Center where kids can learn more about dinosaurs and see Raptor eggs hatching. Pteranodon Flyers is also located in Jurassic Park along with the prehistoric playground, Camp Jurassic. For dining in this area your choices are The Burger Digs, Thunder Falls Terrace, and Pizza Predattoria. If you lose any adults in your group, look for The Watering Hole. It is a full service walk-up bar with daily Happy Hour Specials. They also have non-alcoholic Frozen Drinks.
Toon Lagoon – The Sunday Funnies come to life on this Island. Toon Lagoon is where everyone’s favorite cartoon characters live when they are not in the Sunday Comics. The whole Island is filled with Cartoon Images. There are many good photo opportunities that can put you in your favorite Comic Strip. Hop on a log and ride Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls then jump over to Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges (prepare to get wet on both of these rides). Rest your feet while the kids play on Popeye’s 3-story ship: Me Ship, The Olive. Toon Trolley Beach Bash & King’s Row & Comic Strip Lane are also located in Toon Lagoon. Your dining options in this area are Comic Strip Café, Cathy’s Ice Cream, Blondie’s, and Wimpy’s.
Marvel Super Hero Island – Enter this gleaming Comic Book City where your favorite Super Heroes battle against the world’s most diabolical Super Villains. The streets are filled with large murals of your favorite Marvel Super Heroes. The loud rock music played in the streets gives you an idea of the Island’s personality. This Island is home to 2 of the most thrilling rides in Central Florida. Put your 3-D glasses on and experience The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. This ride has been voted as one of the best theme park rides on the planet. For all you thrill ride snobs, you can’t miss riding the Incredible Hulk Coaster. Something has gone wrong with Dr. Bruce Banner’s gamma-ray accelerator and suddenly you are catapulted in the sky from zero to 40 mph in two seconds. Dr. Doom’s Fearfall and Storm Force Accelatron rides are also on this Island. Check your Guide Map for Marvel Super Hero appearances in this area. For dining in this area look for Cafe 4 and Captain America Diner.
RESERVATION DINING
Confisco Grille – This is a full service American Restaurant with table service and a full bar. Ask about their daily Happy Hour. They are best known for their Character Breakfast Buffet from Thursday to Sunday 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Their Lunch & Dinner menu includes Grilled Chicken, Burgers, Salads, Wraps, Fajitas, and more. They also provide a Low-Carb Menu. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Confisco Grille is located in the Port of Entry area of the park and they are open for Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.
For reservations call 407-224-4012
Mythos Restaurant – This is a full service American Restaurant with table service and a full bar. The exterior of the restaurant looks like ancient mythical caverns amongst falling ruins. The dining room was created to look like you are in the caverns but it is very elegant. It is a sight to see. The dining room overlooks the inland sea and features fresh, contemporary cuisine. The menu includes Beef, Pork, Chicken, Salads, Burgers, Pastas, and more. Mythos Restaurant is located in The Lost Continent area and it is open for Lunch & Dinner.
For reservations call 407-224-4012
COUNTER SERVICE DINING
Croissant Moon Bakery – This is the first eatery you come to when you enter the front gate of Islands of Adventure. It is a counter service restaurant and the menu includes Deli Sandwiches, Paninis, Cheesecakes, and freshly baked Pastries. It is open for Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner and is located in the Port of Entry area.
Cinnabon – This is a walk-up service counter where you can get the Cinnabon Classic along with a good cup of coffee. The company is based out of Seattle, Washington where the 1st Cinnabon opened in 1985. All of the cinnamon roll products are made with the World Famous Makara Cinnamon. Cinnabon is open when Islands of Adventure is open. They are located in the Port of Entry area.
Artic Express – This is a walk-up service counter that serves Soft-Serve Ice Cream, Sundaes, and Funnel Cakes. It is open from 11:00am to park closing and is located in the Port of Entry area.
Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendous – This counter service restaurant is perfect for the picky eaters in the family. The menu includes Fried Chicken, Spaghetti, Pizza, Burgers, Chicken Caesar Salads, and more. It is open for Lunch & Dinner and is located in Seuss Landing. Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendous participates in the Universal Meal Deal.
Green Eggs and Ham Café – This walk-up service restaurant is open seasonally. The menu includes Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, and (you guessed it), Green Eggs and Ham. The Green Eggs and Ham are served as a sandwich. It is open from 11:00am until park closing and is located in Seuss Landing.
Hop on Pop Ice Cream Shop – This is a walk-up service counter that serves Ice Cream, Sundaes, and Floats. It is open from 11:00am until park closing and is located in Seuss Landing.
Moose Juice Goose Juice – This is a walk-up service counter that serves outrageous juices - frozen or over ice. It also has Fresh Fruit, Churros, Cookies, and Pretzels. It is open from 11:00am until park closing and is located in Seuss Landing.
The Frozen Desert – This is a walk-up service counter that serves an assortment of Ice Cream & toppings. Look for the Treasure Chest Sundae with Strawberry Ice Cream. It is open from 11:00am until park closing and is located in The Lost Continent.
Fire Eater’s Grill – This counter service restaurant is open seasonally. The menu includes Fiery Chicken Stingers, Grilled Gyros, Chicken Fingers, Hot Dogs, and Salads. It is open from 11:00am until park closing and is located in The Lost Continent.
The Burger Digs – This counter service restaurant is about as American as it gets. The menu includes Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches, Chicken Fingers, Milkshakes, and Beer. It is open for Lunch & Dinner and is located in Jurassic Park. The Burger Digs participates in the Universal Meal Deal.
Thunder Falls Terrace – This counter service restaurant offers BBQ Ribs, Wraps, Chicken, and Salads. It is open for Lunch & Dinner and is located in Jurassic Park.
Pizza Predattoria – Enjoy the lush landscape around this counter service restaurant. The menu includes fresh baked Pizzas, Sub Sandwiches, and Salads. It is open for Lunch & Dinner and is located in Jurassic Park.
The Watering Hole – This is a full service bar located along a secluded path in Jurassic Park. Keep your eyes out and your ears open for what might be lurking in the thick vegetation. There is a small outdoor sitting area next to the bar. The Watering Hole is known for Frozen Drinks with or without alcohol. Ask about their daily Happy Hour.
Comic Strip Café – This counter service restaurant is for the family that can’t agree on what kind of food to eat. The menu includes Italian Food, Chinese Food, American Food, New England Food, and Mexican Food. It is open from 11:00am to ½ hour before park closing. Comic Strip Café is located in Toon Lagoon and they participate in the Universal Meal Deal.
Cathy’s Ice Cream – Cathy’s has a walk-up service counter and features Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream - the Ice Cream that made Vermont famous. It is open from 11:00am to ½ hour before park closing and is located in the Toon Lagoon.
Blondie’s – Bring your Dagwood appetite to this counter service restaurant. They provide made-to-order Deli Sandwiches and more. Blondie’s is home to the Dagwood Sandwich. It is open for Lunch & Dinner and is located in Toon Lagoon.
Wimpy’s – This counter service restaurant is open seasonally. See if you can eat as many Hamburgers as Popeye’s friend Wimpy. The menu includes Wimpy’s famous Burgers, Chicken Fingers, Chicken Wraps, and Fries. It is open for Lunch & Dinner and is located in Toon Lagoon.
Café 4 – This counter service restaurant will be hard to beat with the selection of kid friendly meals on its menu. You will find Pizza, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Fettuccini with Chicken and more. It is open from 11:00am until park closing and is located on Marvel Super Hero Island.
Captain America Diner – Call all your Super Hero Friends and have them meet you here at this counter service restaurant. The menu includes Cheeseburgers, Chicken Sandwiches, Chicken Fingers, and Crispy Chicken Salads. It is open from 11:00am to ½ hour before park closing and is located on Marvel Super Hero Island.
Islands of Adventure is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). All of the Universal Orlando Resort’s shopping and dining facilities are wheelchair accessible. Also, all of the outdoor stage shows have areas reserved for guests with disabilities. Most of the attractions are accessible to guests in wheelchairs. In all cases, if you are able to transfer to the ride seating by yourself or with the help from someone in your party, you may transfer. All restrooms through out Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk have facilities to accommodate a guest in a wheelchair. There are designated handicap parking spaces in the parking garages but you must have a valid disability-parking permit to use them. Call Guests Relations at 407-224-4233 for more information on accommodations for guests with disabilities.
Pet owners please take note that pets are not allowed in Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, or Universal CityWalk. You can board your pet for the day (no overnights) at the Studio Kennel located in the parking garage. The boarding cost is $10 a day per pet. Ask the toll-plaza attendant at the parking garage for directions to the Studio Kennel. Reservations are not required.
The daily parking fees per vehicle are $12 for Cars, Vans, and Motorcycles and $15 for Buses, RVs, and Cars with Trailers. Preferred parking is available for Automobiles for just a few extra dollars. Note that there is free parking in the parking garages after 6:00pm except on designated special event nights. For all the high rollers, they have Valet Parking available for Cars & Vans at a charge of $20.
Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure theme parks offer strollers, wheelchairs, and Electric Convenience Vehicle (ECV) rentals at the left of each front gate. Manual wheelchairs are also available at the Rotunda area of the parking garage. The stroller rental fee is $13 per day for a single passenger and $21 per day for a double passenger stroller. You can also rent wheelchairs for $12 a day and an Electric Convenience Vehicle (ECV) for $45 a day. The wheelchairs and ECVs require a $50 deposit along with a signed rental contract. You must be at least 18 years of age to operate the ECVs. The ECV rentals are on a first-come, first served basis and if you want to be assured of renting an ECV, they suggest calling at least 1 week prior to your visit. You can place a request in advance for an ECV by calling Guests Services at 407-224-4233. If you want to be sure to have an ECV for your whole vacation, you can call Buena Vista Scooter Rental at 407-938-0349.