This is your complete guide to the Harry Potter wands at Universal Orlando! There are currently two different types of wands to choose from: the regular Harry Potter Wand, which starts at $55.00, and the Interactive Harry Potter Wand, which starts at $63.00.
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As discussed above, Universal Orlando has two different types of Wands, which are the regular Universal Orlando wand and the interactive wand. In our opinion, we always recommend upgrading and going with the interactive wand as they come with a special reflector tip that interacts with sensors located around Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, allowing guests to cast spells. As you’ll see this could be a great way to take advantage of early park admission, which is specifically included in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
These wands also come with an Ollivanders wand chart and a map of spellcasting spots, enhancing the magical experience. Non-interactive wands at Universal, on the other hand, are modeled after Harry Potter character wands but do not perform magic.
Guests who purchase a $300 or $500 Universal Orlando gift card will receive a free interactive wand. These are limited-time offerings, so it’s not guaranteed that Universal will still have this promotion; however, it’s always a great idea to ask once you arrive in the parks! We have found this to be a great way to save on your Universal Orlando vacation while grabbing a wand to take home.
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Luckily Universal Orlando Harry Potter wands can be found at both Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley which are both located within Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida respectively. This is different from the books where Ollivanders wand shops is only located in Diagon Alley, however this gives guests more opportunities to enjoy this interactive experience no matter which park they are spending their day at. We also have found that the carts located in each section of Harry Potter World will typically have the lowest wait times. But of course, this doesn’t provide the ambiance that would come from buying your wand inside one of the shops.
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With a gentle flick and a little spell, the interactive wands will create a unique, magical experience throughout the Universal Orlando Harry Potter lands. Guests can wave their wands, recite the correct spell, and watch as the magic happens right before their eyes. Be on the lookout for the brass medallions that are embedded in the ground, that will indicate where you can use your interactive wands. Each interactive wand comes in an Ollivander’s box with a dual-sided wand map of spell locations which will be located throughout both Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade.
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A Harry Potter wand cost will vary depending on what type of wand you’d like. The Universal Orlando wand price for the original, non-interactive wands starts at $55 plus tax. The Universal Studios Harry Potter wand price for interactive wands starts at $63 plus tax. That’s only an eight-dollar price difference for the interactive wands!
Want to know how to get a discount on a Universal interactive wand? We’ll for a limited time anyone who purchases any 2 day or more Universal Orlando tickets from us will receive an extra $25 off their entire order. So although we can’t give you a Universal wand coupon it’s pretty much the same thing. Just use PROMO CODE: MAGIC25 And you’ll also receive FREE benefits which can save you up to three hours on lines!
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Universal designed a selection of 13 types of wands at Harry Potter World loosely based on the Celtic tree calendar that J.K Rowling used to determine which wood would be used based off of periods and attributes. Ollivanders wand shop custom wands can be based on this Harry Potter wand chart.
With the help of a shop assistant, try using your birthday or a significant life event to help in your decision making. If you’re a lucky wizard, you may just be selected for the wandmaker’s show at Ollivanders. The wandmaker will pull you to the front of the crowd and help you pick a wand based off of the characteristics they describe of you, making it a very unique Harry Potter World wand experience. Harry Potter World birthday wands allow you to choose the type of wood you’d like to use for the base of your wand off of the date you were born. This will also lead to the attributes that you have.
Below is the current list of famous Harry Potter characters you can purchase a Universal interactive wand for:
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Throughout Diagon Alley, there are 16 interactive wand spell locations; 11 of them being in the greater Diagon Alley area and the other 5 in Knockturn Alley. Hogsmeade located in Islands of Adventure park has 9 interactive spell locations.
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A: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter wands last for quite some time. Since there’s no battery life in all wands at Universal (and it’s all magic, of course), wands can be used in the parks every time you visit. Plus, the Universal Studio wand shops will take care of your wand if it stops working.
A: Yes, Universal does have friendly wizards who specialize in spell casting to help guests at each location. Just look for a Universal team member who can help you with your spell casting technique and wand gestures.
A: Guests can reuse their interactive wand at Universal Orlando resort from previous trips at both the Florida and Hollywood Wizarding World of Harry Potter locations. And don’t forget if you lose your map and are in need of a new one just be sure to stop by any of the wand carts or Ollivander shops and you can get a new map for free.
A: Interactive wand prices have increased to $63 per wand, and regular non-interactive wands are $55 per wand.
A: Another question we receive is, how much does a wand cost at Ollivander’s for the interactive wand experience? The best part is, it doesn’t cost you any extra! Just like the other experiences guests simply must purchase the cost of the wand. The cool thing about this experience is also that the wand that you select (or the wand that selects you to be correct) is going to be completely unique. This means no other famous Harry Potter characters would have the same wand as you.
A: There is a way to get a Harry Potter wand at Universal Orlando for free and this could be a great tip for families who love bringing home theme park merchandise. Universal Orlando is currently giving away a free non-interactive wand for any family who purchase a $300 Universal merchandise card. This card can be used in the parks on your favorite Harry Potter and Universal gear, and you’ll also receive a free wand to take home. It’s important to note that Universal could discontinue this promotion but hopefully you can take advantage of it during your next trip!
A: The Universal wand is a passive device, meaning there are no electronics inside. Instead, the wand reflects light back to a sensor that tracks the movement of the Universal wand. When a correct spell movement is detected, the system activates the display. In summary, you’ve got wizard powers. Below are the steps to use your new Harry Potter World Wand!
The majority of spell locations are supervised by a helpful spell-caster, who mastered all the best spell-casting techniques and can coach guests to do the same. These cast members are also trained to be friendly and patient with young wizards and witches. These spell-casting helpers are there to make your experience the most magical it can be, so definitely utilize their help! Note that if a sign, spell-caster, or another cast member tells you a spell-casting location is “jinxed,” it means that location is not currently working and you’ll need to move on to the next location.
A: And we do feel that Ollivanders wands in Diagon Alley is the best shop to purchase an interactive wand (mostly for the experience). This is going to give you the closest experience to the books and movies. Fans can even purchase the exact same replica Harry Potter World wands that their favorite characters used including Harry, Ron, and Hermione! You can even take your Ollivander wand buying experience one step further and participate in an interactive ceremony. During this experience one lucky wizard is chosen to test out different wands as they all come to life just like in the movie!
If you are trying to participate in the interactive wand ceremony we recommend you make sure to be one of the first guests on line for when Ollivanders opens. One of the easiest ways to do this is to take advantage of early park admission at Harry Potter!
Q: Just when you think the magic stops, Diagon Alley secret wand locations keep you on your toes! Some interactive wand secret locations in Orlando include the Universal Studios interactive wand map, where you’re able to illuminate Knockturn Alley’s black light to reveal themselves.
The Magical Menagerie is where you can find your fantastic beasts interactive wand spell. While wandering Weasley’s Wheezes, look up to see fireworks lighting up the night just outside the skylight. These and plenty more are to be discovered.
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