How Much Does an EPIC Universe Vacation Cost in 2025?

How Much Does an EPIC Universe Vacation Cost in 2025?

How Much Does an EPIC Universe Vacation Cost in 2025?

This article is your guide to the question of how much does an EPIC Universe Vacation Cost in 2025! Universal Orlando’s new park has an opening date of May 22nd, 2025, which includes a new Harry Potter section and the very popular Super Nintendo World with thrilling new roller coasters. And tickets are already on sale for next year! If you’re planning your Epic Universe vacation now, we recommend budgeting about $380 per person per day for Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe tickets, food, lodging, and souvenirs. Or around $4,554 for a family of four planning to stay for three days!

We hope you find this post helpful! Our goal at The Park Prodigy has always been to help you save time and money on your next Universal Orlando vacation!  If you are planning a trip to Universal Orlando be sure to check out the latest deals on Universal Orlando vacation packages and our discounted Universal Orlando tickets which include EARLY PARK ADMISSION to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!

SPECIAL NOTE: If you need help picking the best time to visit Universal Orlando for your next vacation, be sure to check out our Universal Crowd calendar!

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How Much Does an Epic Universe Vacation Cost in 2025?

For the opening of Universal’s new theme park, Epic Universe, tickets are being sold as single-day, multi-day tickets with ONE day at Epic Universe, or as vacation packages. From our experience helping our clients, a family of four can expect to start their budget around $4,554+ for a three-day stay. Encompassing park tickets to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Epic Universe, and even Volcano Bay if you choose, as well as hotel accommodations, dining, souvenirs, and various expenses like travel and parking.

This guide offers a starting point for creating a budget. The actual price of a Universal Epic Universe vacation cost can fluctuate based on your travel dates, choice of hotel, dining preferences, and the types of Universal Orlando souvenirs you decide to take home. You will also see that these numbers do not include any deals or promotions that Universal might be running throughout the year.

Theme Park Ticket Budget

The only way to experience Epic Universe is to purchase a single-day, multi-day ticket with one day at Epic Universe or a vacation package to Universal Orlando Resort. If you want to visit for 2 days to explore all the amazing theme parks – Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Universal Epic Universe, you’ll need park-to-park tickets to enjoy the flexibility of visiting these two parks in a single day and the next day at Epic Universe. Two-day tickets start at $156.99 per person, per day. Keep in mind that prices are subject to change based on seasonality. For more information on Epic Universe ticket costs, read this article. 

One Park Per Day Ticket Option

• Adults: starting at $117.33 per person per day
• Children ages 3-9: starting at $114 per person per day

Park-to-Park Ticket Option

• Adults: starting at $137.34 per person per day
• Children ages 3-9: starting at $134 per person per day

Park to Park, including Universal Volcano Bay Ticket Option

• Adults: starting at $150.67 per person per day
• Children ages 3-9: starting at $147.34 per person per day

Related Post: How to Get Epic Universe Tickets? 

Average Cost for an Epic Universe: Four-Day Vacation

The average Epic Universe vacation cost for a family of four is around $4,554.00+, excluding major travel costs to Orlando. This allows for a visit to all three of the Universal Orlando theme parks but not Universal Volcano Bay. It also includes the Universal Orlando park-to-park ticket. This allows you to experience the Hogwarts Express between Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida, as well as four-night hotel accommodations. No budget is created equal. Your specific budget might be different based on your personal preferences and needs; however, we are going to price out each Epic Universe Resort to give you a starting point. It’s also important to note that this budget does not include any discounted Halloween Horror Nights tickets, which is the very popular separate ticketed Halloween event in the parks if you plan on visiting between the end of August and October.

July 15th, 2025 – July 19th, 2025

• Park Tickets: $420 (adult) + $407 (child) x 2 = $1,654.00 (based on average 2-day 2-park, park-to-park ticket prices)
• Accommodations: $230 x 4 nights = $929
• Food and Dining: $300 x 4 days = $1,200 (mix of quick-service and sit-down dining)
• Merchandise: $300 (a few souvenirs per person)
• Travel and Miscellaneous: Budget at least $500+, varying greatly based on mode of transportation and miscellaneous expenses.

Total Estimated Budget: $4,583+ (excluding major travel costs to Orlando) for a family of 4.

Universal Helios Grand Hotel

July 15th, 2025 – July 19th, 2025

• Park Tickets: $420 (adult) + $407 (child) x 2 = $1,654.00 (based on average 2-day 2-park, park-to-park ticket prices)
• Accommodations: $467 x 4 nights = $1,868
• Food and Dining: $300 x 4 days = $1,200 (mix of quick-service and sit-down dining)
• Merchandise: $300 (a few souvenirs per person)
• Travel and Miscellaneous: Budget at least $500+, varying greatly based on mode of transportation and miscellaneous expenses.

Total Estimated Budget: $5,522+ (excluding major travel costs to Orlando) for a family of 4.

July 15th, 2025 – July 20th, 2025

• Park Tickets: $597 per ticket = $2,388.00 (based on average 3-day ticket 3-park, park-to-park prices)
• Accommodations: $467 x 5 nights = $2,335
• Food and Dining: $300 x 4 days = $1,200 (mix of quick-service and sit-down dining)
• Merchandise: $300 (a few souvenirs per person)
• Travel and Miscellaneous: Budget at least $500+, varying greatly based on mode of transportation and miscellaneous expenses.

Total Estimated Budget: $6,723+ (excluding major travel costs to Orlando) for a family of 4.

SPECIAL PROMOTION: Want to be one of the first to experience Donkey Kong Country? As a way to help all members of our Universal Orlando Community out as much as possible, we will be running a promotion on all new Universal vacation packages booked through our small business! For a limited time, we will be giving our clients an extra $75.00 off their next Universal Orlando vacation package, which can be combined with any promotion that Universal is also running. Email me at my email address, Mike@theparkprodigy.com, and let him know you would like to take advantage of this deal!

Related Post: Best Deals and Promotions on Universal Orlando Hotel Packages

Hotels and Travel Epic Universe Vacation Budgeting

Epic Universe will have three dedicated hotels at Universal Orlando Resort. The more budget-friendly prime value options are Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort, and the signature option is Universal Helios Grand Hotel. To plan the most EPIC Universal vacation, we are going to budget only these three hotels below. But keep in mind that the Universal Orlando Resort has eight other Universal hotels to choose from starting at $99 and can go up to as high as $500. If you’re on a budget, we would recommend staying at a Value Resort like one of the Endless Summer hotels to keep costs down. There are also value family-friendly options like Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort, which is always a win for big families who want to visit Volcano Bay.

By staying at an official Universal Orlando Resort Hotel, you also will be saving on transportation since all 11 Universal hotels provide complimentary shuttle transportation to and from the Universal theme parks!

Universal’s Epic Universe Hotel Costs

• Universal Terra Luna Resort – Starting at $134 a night
• Universal Stella Nova Resort – Starting at $134 a night
• Universal Helios Grand Hotel – Starting at $400 /night

If you’re planning a longer stay, the more expensive your trip will be. To save some money while you visit during the opening of Epic Universe, we recommend doing a split stay! This is where you stay at two or more hotels during one trip, like staying at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel for 4 nights and then moving to a less expensive hotel like Surfside Inn for the remainder of your vacation.

Budgeting for Food and Dining

There are a lot of dining options at Universal Orlando Resort, from easy on-the-go quick-service meals to full-service restaurants in the park and Universal CityWalk. We recommend budgeting approximately $20-$40 per person per meal to prepare for a mix of dining options and an additional $25 per person per day for snacks and drinks. To keep this cost down, we always tell our clients to take advantage and save using the Universal refillable cup! When visiting Universal Epic Universe specifically, we suggest stopping to get a new Butterbeer crepe at the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter Ministry of Magic or an ice cream at Frosty Moon in Celestial Park.

Merchandise and Souvenirs

With exciting new lands like How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, Universal’s Dark Universe, and Celestial Park, you’re going to want to take home a few things! From themed apparel to collectibles, merchandise expenses can vary widely. But we like to set a budget of $100 to $300 for souvenirs. This ensures you can bring home a piece of the magic without going wild. The most popular item from Epic Universe so far is the Nintendo World Power-Up Bands since they are interactive throughout the new land!

Travel and Miscellaneous

Your travel expenses should be considered in your budget. This is hard for us to price out since we have clients traveling to Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World from around the globe! The cost of travel to Orlando, whether by plane, train, or car, and any associated rental car or parking fees should be considered in your budget. Additionally, plan for miscellaneous expenses such as locker rentals or Universal Orlando photo packages.

It also may save some money to look into a Universal Orlando Annual Pass if you’re visiting for a longer period or plan to visit more than once per calendar year! There are many Passholder perks like park-to-park access, free parking, options to purchase tickets to openings or events before the general public, as well as food and merchandise discounts! As Universal Orlando Annual Passholders, you also will receive discounted rates on Universal Orlando Hotels (Hard Rock, Portofino Bay, and Royal Pacific) that include the Universal Express Passes (excludes Universal Epic Universe). However, keep in mind the annual pass does not include Epic Universe yet and separate theme park admission is required.

Related Video: Cost for an Epic Universe Vacation

Epic Universe Vacation Cost FAQ

Q: How much is it to go to Universal Studios Orlando?

A: We typically recommend budgeting about $300 per person for one day for Universal Orlando tickets and food or around $4,550 for a family of four planning to stay for four days!

Q: How much does it cost to go to Epic Universe?

A: The average Epic Universe vacation cost for a family of four is between $4,554.00+ and $6,723+, excluding major travel costs to Orlando. This allows for a visit to all three of the Universal Orlando theme parks but not Universal Volcano Bay.

Q: Will Epic Universe have a separate ticket?

A: As of now, no, you can not purchase a ticket to enter only Epic Universe. The only way to enjoy this new Universal Orlando theme park is to purchase a 3-park ticket. This will grant you access to Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Epic Universe. You can purchase a single park-per-day ticket, a park-to-park ticket, or a park-to-park ticket that includes Universal’s Volcano Bay.

When Is The Best Time To Visit Universal Orlando?

Our Universal Orlando Crowd Calendar is the best tool to help you get the most out of your time in the parks. We break down the park crowds, park hours of operation, ticket prices by day, and average temperature.

Are You Ready to Plan Your Next Universal Orlando Trip?

If you are planning a trip to Universal Orlando, be sure to check out our discounted multi-day Universal Orlando tickets and Universal Orlando vacation package deals, which include EARLY PARK ADMISSION to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!

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