You'll need at least one entire day to visit Universal in order to make the most of your experience. Consult Universal's website and social media channels before visiting to see what's new and happening at the park during your visit. Studio tours are available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin for your convenience.

Being a movie-making geek, Universal Studios Hollywood is an entertainment mecca for me. From blockbuster, thrill rides to shows that light up the night, there's something for everyone, and I would recommend going. Just make sure to do some research and plan your trip, especially if it's as packed as it was for us!

For all of the movie magic and animation at Universal Studios Hollywood, you can also catch plenty of live shows, which offer their own versions of behind-the-scene explorations of movie magic.

While it is possible to experience the highlights of Disney Hollywood Studios in a single day, let's face it – two days is better! With two days at your disposal, there is no need to rush everywhere, and worry that you'll miss the park's signature evening show.

To that point, we do not recommend only a half-day at DHS if you're a first-timer. Although there are a number of time-consuming stage shows without much repeatability, we usually do an entire day at Disney's Hollywood Studios even as WDW diehards. DHS is most definitely a full-day park, just to be clear.

As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows.

Get Ready for the Ultimate Hollywood Movie Experience! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling Theme Park rides and shows, a real working movie studio, and Los Angeles' best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk.

Live Shows At Universal Studios Hollywood

• WaterWorld®‍ This 20-minute stunt show is jam-packed with everything from explosions to jet skis.
• Universal's Animal Actors‍ Humans aren't the only stars of the show when it comes to making movies!
• The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™‍

And let's face it, there are several rides that kids – and adults – will want to take again and again, and staying at Disney Hollywood Studios for two days will allow you to relax and enjoy your time there all the more.

But if you focus on your family's interests, you can plan on a full day. We often go for a couple of half days and make sure to be there when the park first opens. It's the best time to get on your favourite rides (Rockin' Roller Coaster, Twilight Tower of Terror, Star Wars Sky Tours) with minimal wait.

Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio, and Los Angeles' best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk. Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique experience that's fun for the whole family.

Universal has better thrill rides, and the park highlights more modern and mature movie franchises. Universal Studios is smaller, but that's actually a plus because it's much more manageable.