Hagrid’s Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure: June 2019!

Reading the Harry Potter series with my daughter holds almost as special place in my heart as some of our travel adventures.  We had the opportunity to visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter while in Orlando last summer. A visit to this land is a magical experience for Harry Potter fans. As it was, we’d have been thrilled to return. But now, a return visit is much more likely! Universal Orlando has announced a new ride — Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will open June 13, 2019 at Universal Orlando. Here’s what we know about this new magical adventure.

Where is Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure?

It will be located in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The ride is in an actual forest with more than 1,200 live trees. Universal Orlando is calling this ride the most highly themed, immersive coaster experience yet. It combines a new level of storytelling and innovative coaster technology with rich environments.

Hogwarts Castle towers at Islands of Adventure at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Hogwarts Castle towers at Islands of Adventure at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

What is Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure?

Of all of the Harry Potter characters, Hagrid is my favorite. So what a treat to join Hagrid on a journey to the Forbidden Forest! With Hagrid as their guide, guests will fly deep into the Forbidden Forest. They will brave mysteries and thrills beyond the grounds of Hogwarts castle.

Guests join Hagrid’s Care of Magical Creatures class and board magical motorbikes specially designed to make them feel the freedom of flight. Ride either the motorcycle or board the adjacent sidecar. As is typical with Hagrid, a trip through the Forbidden Forest may not go as planned.

Expect to encounter some of the wizarding world’s rarest magical creatures. These creatures may include a majestic Centaur, a swarm of mischievous Cornish Pixies, Fluffy, the three-headed dog – and even a creature that’s never been seen in the films. Guests will hurl past challenging obstacles and become entangled in a thicket of Devil’s Snare.

I don’t know about you, but it sounds pretty fun to me!

Ride the ride the Hogwarts Express between Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.
Make sure you purchase a ticket that includes access to both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure so that you can ride the Hogwarts Express!

What to Know About Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

  • Guests must be 48” tall to ride Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.
  • The ride will twist, turn and rush forward – and backward – at speeds up to 50 mph into the dark forest. So, it could be scary for the little ones.
  • We really found that our nine-year old enjoyed The Wizarding World of Harry Potter much more than our five-year old. So, in general, I think a child should probably be eight or over to truly appreciate the experience to its fullest.
  • The Universal Studios App has a great map and wait times for the rides. Download this to be able to best plan for lines.
  • Purchase tickets for two parks (Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure) to experience both Diagon Alley and Hogwarts. A ticket for both parks is required to be able to ride Hogwarts Express.
  • Stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel or Loews Royal Pacific Resort for free Universal Express Unlimited privileges.
  • Stay at the above properties or Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, Universal’s Aventura Hotel and Universal’s Endless Summer Resort for early park privileges.

Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure opens at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando in June 2019. From getting tickets to both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure so that you can experience both Hogwarts and Diagon Alley. Here's what you need to know! #HarryPotter

What do you think? Have you visited The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando? What did you love, or not love about the experience? Will the addition of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure motivate you to go back? Tell us in the comments below!

Hagrid’s Magical Creature Motorbike Adventure: June 2019!

Liana Moore

Liana Moore is a third-culture kid with a hangover from those days that is a severe case of wanderlust. She is more comfortable driving the cliffs of Amalfi, Italy or the dirt roads of Costa Rica or attempting to decipher the street signs of Osaka, Japan than navigating the theme parks of Disney World. But she loves it all. She doesn't believe a vacation is complete without an adventure. Her husband and kids know well that "adventure" often is code for mishap or challenge and it usually results in a good story. They seek outdoor experiences whether in the mountains, on a beach or in the jungle of a tropical country. Her favorite vacation is... all the ones she hasn't yet taken, as well as those she plans on taking again. And, that list is so, so long. But she continues to extensively explore her home state of Colorado, spends lots of time wandering Texas, California, New Mexico, Costa Rica, Mexico, Norway and has even explored Kazakhstan.

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