Visiting Universal Orlando Resort with your kids soon? Make sure to grab Park-to-Park tickets so you can experience all the fun Universal has to offer! Before you head into the park, stop to take the perfect family selfie in front of the Universal Globe. From there, you can head to the entrance of either Universal Studios Florida or Islands of Adventure.

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Kids can let their imagination run wild at Fievel's Playland, a playground with giant items seen from a mouse's perspective. Inspired by the movies Fievel Goes West and An American Tail, this play area is a source of nostalgia for the parents and a place to climb, run and jump for the kids.

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Head to Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley for a cold cup of butterbeer. This butterscotch-flavored beverage found in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a treat for adults and kids alike. You don't have to be a Harry Potter nerd to enjoy this drink, but it sure helps!

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If your kids love the minions as much as mine do, head to the Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ride. Riders get to transform into minions during the 3D simulation and overcome challenges during minion training, such as dodging giant flyswatters and resisting bananas. After the ride, you can head to Super Silly Fun Land, a minion-inspired play zone with carnival games and water play.

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The Secret Life of Pets Float features characters from the movie and the New York City skyline. You can catch a glimpse of it during Universal's Superstar Parade for funny moments from the movie and exciting dance movies. You can also find the float in front of Mel's Drive-In at Universal Studios Florida for a meet-and-greet throughout the day.

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Seuss Landing at Islands of Adventure has tons of great rides for little ones. While you're there, make sure to stock up on colorful sweets and treats at Snookers & Snookers Sweet Candy Cookers. The whole family will love perusing the caramel apples, fudge and seemingly endless bins of candy.

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If you want the full Harry Potter experience, stop at Gringotts Money Exchange in Diagon Alley. You can change your Muggle money for Gringotts banknotes that can be spent anywhere inside Universal Studios Florida or Islands of Adventure. The goblin behind the counter will watch sternly as you make your exchange, and may even answer your questions!

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If you're visiting Universal Orlando with toddlers, you'll definitely want to experience the Curious George play area. Summer days in Florida can get extremely warm, especially for little ones, and Curious George's neighborhood is the perfect spot to cool off with lots of water buckets, hoses and fountains. With playgrounds, buildings to explore and even statues of your child's favorite pages in the Curious George books, families will find plenty to do here.

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Hop on this whimsical merry-go-round to ride your favorite Dr. Seuss characters. Little ones will be delighted to discover that they can make their character blink or turn their head with the switch of a lever or a pull on the reigns. It's located right in the center of Seuss Landing at Islands of Adventure.

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If your kids are a little bit older, Jurassic Park River Adventure is an excellent choice for screams, laughs and thrills. The coaster ends in an 85-foot-drop which soaks both the riders and those watching from the viewing area above. You're probably not looking forward to walking around Universal in wet clothes, so be sure to use the "people dryer" outside the ride for $5 a cycle.

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Families with a Park-to-Park pass will be able to take the Hogwarts Express train between Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios. Thought its purpose is simply to transport guests between parks, the execution is imaginative, never losing the feeling of being immersed in a book or movie. You'll get to enjoy scenes from the Harry Potter movies through the window of your train car.

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Do you and your kids love the Shrek franchise? Shrek 4-D is an experience your whole family can enjoy. Don your Ogre-Vision glasses for a short movie following the adventures of Princess Fiona, Lord Farquaad and, of course, Shrek and Donkey. Special effects make for a memorable viewing. You might even catch Shrek and Donkey outside the movie for a meet-and-greet and picture!

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Harry Potter-loving families should head straight for the Knight Bus first thing in the morning before a line forms. Located just outside Kings Cross Station at Universal Studios, the Knight Bus is an interactive experience with Stanley Shunpike and the talking head who loves to crack jokes. Get into character and let them know which house you're in!

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Yes, it's time for another break to feed your sweet tooth. Studio Sweets at Universal Studios is a treat for all of your sense with colorful bins of candy lining the walls and the aroma of fresh-baked goods wafting over the counter. It's conveniently located on the way in or out of the park, and is connected to the Universal Studios gift shop.

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Parents, we all make sacrifices for our kids. That big purple dinosaur might not be your favorite, but he will surely put a huge smile on your child's face. Walk through Woody Woodpecker's Kid Zone to get to A Day in the Park with Barney for a musical show featuring Barney, Baby Bop and BJ.

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Harry Potter franchise connoisseurs should make a beeline for Ollivander's Wand Shop in Hogsmeade. There will be an interactive experience where you may get chosen by Ollivander himself to find the perfect wand for you. Once the short show is over, you can browse the shop for your own wand. Some of the wands are interactive and allow you to practice spells throughout the park. Just look for the medallions in the pavement that tell you where to stand and what to say. Remember: the wand chooses the wizard.

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This is such a fun and gentle ride that looks and feels like a "big kid" roller coaster but is safe enough for little ones. From up high in the sky, your family will get to see all of the marvelous and colorful characters of Seuss Landing. Enjoy the breeze and a short break from walking while your kids take in the classic Seuss sights and sounds.

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Flight of the Hippogriff is Harry Potter-themed ride found in Hogsmeade Village. While you're waiting in line, Hagrid will teach you how to interact with a hippogriff, an animal that is a hybrid of an eagle and a horse. The coaster itself is thrilling but still family-friendly, taking riders through small drops, twists and turns.

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Your kids may not know who Dudley Do-Right is, but they will still love this exciting water ride in Universal's Islands of Adventure. It's definitely meant for older kids, as there is a 75-foot drop toward the end of the ride. Make sure you're wearing clothes you don't mind getting wet!

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Take a break from the hot sun in cool and shady Diagon Alley. Pick up a few butterbeer ice creams from The Hopping Pot and relax at one of the picnic tables outside the shop. The line there is usually shorter than at Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlor.

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Fast & Furious fans should check out this new Universal Orlando attraction. The queue is one of the best parts for those familiar with the movies. Many of the cars on display are actually from the movies, and you get to catch clips and scenes from Fast & Furious movies. The whole thing feels incredibly authentic, and you get to watch some pre-ride videos to lay out the storyline. The ride itself takes place on party bus where you get to experience an exciting car chase scene. This ride is especially fun for families!

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Browse the shops in Diagon Alley if you need a break from the excitement and noise of the amusement park. Even if you're not familiar with Harry Potter, the shops are full of amusing trinkets and delectable treats. At the end of the alley, you'll find Escape from Gringotts, a rollercoaster with 3-D screens. It's a great ride for families with older kids!

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The entire family will enjoy this show in Woody Woodpecker's Kid Zone. You get to watch famous animal actors in video clips and in live performances as an animal trainer demonstrates the animals' tricks and shares a bit about how they are trained. If you have any animal lovers in your family, make sure to stop here for the 20-minute show.

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As I was finishing my butterbeer in Diagon Alley, the start of a live performance caught my eye. Four actors perform stories from Beedle the Bard, an ancient storyteller from the Harry Potter series. The stories are captivating, and the acting is believable. You don't need to know anything about Harry Potter to enjoy these stories!

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This rollercoaster is definitely meant for older kids, as the minimum height to ride is 54 inches. It's absolutely thrilling if your family is brave enough to do it together, though! Right out of the gate the coaster is shot from a catapult and immediately drops before looping upside down several times.

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