Facts About Universal Studios in California

Although it's open every day of the year (except for Thanksgiving and Christmas) and reservations aren't required, travelers can save a lot of time and potential aggravation by preparing in advance for a visit to Universal Studios Hollywood in Los Angeles, California. Such planning permits more opportunities to fully experience the world-famous theme park, where every attraction is related to a movie.

Cost

Tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood cost $57 for visitors under 48 inches tall and $67 for everyone else. Regularly advertised discounts help decrease the price (see Resources).

Ideal Time to Visit

Because the busiest season at Universal Studios Hollywood is the summer, the best time to visit is any other time, especially the least busy month of January.

Attractions

Popular Universal Studios Hollywood draws include the many movie-related rides, shows and tours, as well as the CityWalk complex located near the entrance, which has various restaurants and shops.

Special Accommodations

Universal Studios Hollywood can make special arrangements to accommodate many visitors with disabilities, such as wheelchair-bound individuals, or those with hearing or visual impairments (see Resources).

Considerations

Children who are shorter than 48 inches may pay less, but they're also restricted from certain rides that have strict safety-related height requirements.

Resources

• Universal Studios Hollywood
• Universal Studios Hollywood Discount Tickets
• Universal Studios Hollywood: Special Needs Visitors