Universal Studios Ride Reviews
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
This is a cute ride – especially for families/kids. I really love the queue and the lobby of the ride. It’s one that I would save for when the waits are lower – this one can be over an hour wait and the queue starts outside.
★★☆☆☆
E.T. Adventure
Call me nostalgic, but I love this ride. It’s extremely outdated, but there is just something about it makes me want to go on every time I’m there! Great for kids.
★★★☆☆
Fast & Furious – Supercharged
If I could give this ride a zero star rating, I would. I had high hopes for this ride, but it’s so boring and awkward I skip it entirely. The only time I’ll go on this is if I am traveling with someone that hasn’t done it, I recommend doing it once then never again.
★☆☆☆☆
Escape from Gringotts
I love this ride – all of the Harry Potter rides are next level at Universal. This is such a cool experience for fans of the books and movies. I brought my parents on this ride and they loved it! I recommend this for families and kids that meet the height requirement.
★★★★★
Hogwarts Express – King’s Cross
This is considered a ride, but I consider it to be more of an experience. It’s a cool way to get you to the other park. It can get busy though, so I recommend riding this when the wait is 10 minutes or less.
★★★☆☆
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
Not going to lie, I’m going to miss this ride. Yes, it was rough as anything and left you with a huge headache, but it was a cool experience – especially at night. I’m excited for what is going to replace this ride, though!
★★★☆☆
Illumination’s Villain-Con
This “ride” is more of a game – it’s cute for kids and honestly, I just go in if I’m craving the A/C. It’s good to experience one time, but it isn’t a ride I go back on.
★★☆☆☆
Kang & Kodo’s Twirl ‘n’ Hurl
This ride is pretty simple and quick – I recommend this for the kiddos. I went on just for the sake of going on, but I usually skip it on my trips!
★★☆☆☆
MEN IN BLACK – Alien Attack
This ride is pretty fun if you’re in a group setting – like the E.T. ride, it’s pretty outdated, but full of nostalgia. This is a good choice for kids and families.
★★★☆☆
Race Through New York
I have to be honest, I judged this ride thinking it would be some lame ride, but honestly it is so fun! I recommend this one as a must-do!
★★★★☆
Revenge of the Mummy
No words. Just kidding, this review requires words! One of the best roller coasters and also the nostalgia factor is back! Highly recommend! Children may not like it though.
★★★★★
TRANSFORMERS The Ride 3D
I like this one a lot. It has the movie magic and the action – this is okay for kids and honestly, the queue itself is worth waiting in (bonus – great A/C)!
★★★★☆
The Simpsons Ride
This one is a fun time. I recommend checking it out. Plus, The Simpsons Land is so well done. I recommend grabbing a giant pink donut after!
★★★☆☆
Trolls Trollercoaster
Review coming soon! I will be traveling in September 2025 to ride this one!