Epic Universe Express Pass Upgrades and More
Universal Express Pass is now avialable for Epic Universe.
Universal Orlando Resort has launched a variety of products to help guests maximize their visit to Universal Epic Universe, the all-new theme park opening on May 22, 2025. Starting March 27, you can purchase theme park upgrades like Universal Express, VIP Experiences and My Universal Photos packages. Plus, you can book Dark Universe’s Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience, where guests can become their favorite Universal Monster.
Epic Universe presents an exceptional opportunity for guests to capture their memories with the My Universal Photos service. This service allows visitors to gather professional photographs taken throughout the park and on select attractions in one convenient location.
Epic Universe-Inclusive VIP Tours
Guests with tickets to Universal Epic Universe can book a guided VIP Tour of the park, which comes with exclusive perks like priority access to all attractions and shows and more.
Available VIP Experiences include:
1-Park, 1-Day VIP Experience (valid for Epic Universe, Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure; Private and Non-Private Tour options are available)
3-Park, 2-Day VIP Experience (includes VIP Tour of Epic Universe on one day and VIP Tour of Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure on another day Private and Non-Private Tour options are available).
VIP Experiences are date, time and park-specific depending on the product purchased.
Epic Universe-Inclusive My Universal Photos
With My Universal Photos, guests have the convenience of having the images that are captured by professional photographers in the park and on participating attractions collected in one place so they can be accessed later for download. Guests can also purchase prints as a keepsake for the adventures they experienced during their visit.
At the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience located in Dark Universe, guests can become fashionably monstrous as skilled artisans use their talents with face makeup to experiment or transform guests into Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, the Bride of Frankenstein, The Wolf Man, The Creature from the Black Lagoon and more.
Epic-Inclusive Universal Express Passes
Guests with a Universal Epic Universe ticket can now purchase a Universal Express Pass to bypass the regular lines at participating attractions, which will include:
Celestial Park: Stardust Racers and Constellation Carousel;
The Frankenstein Experiment
Curse of the Werewolf
Hiccup’s Wing Gliders
Fyre Drill
The Untrainable Dragon
Le Cirque Arcanus
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge
Yoshi’s Adventure
In addition to a one-day Universal Express Pass valid at Epic Universe, guests can also purchase a multi-day Universal Express Pass valid at Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida, and one day at Epic Universe.
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Grand Helios Hotel Vacation Packages
Grand Helios Hotel will have a private entrance into Epic Universe.
The Helios Grand Hotel at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe will be a Signature Resort when it opens on May 22, 2025. At this time, Helios Grand does not include free Express Passes like some of the other Signature hotels, but the perk here is that you’ll have a private entrance into Epic Universe. Nightly rates for Helios hover around $500 per night, but they may cost more during peak times of the year, mainly school breaks.
The hotel offers a sophisticated atmosphere and breathtaking views of the theme park from designated theme park view rooms and various restaurants.
The Helios Grand will also have a private entrance into the Epic Universe theme park.
Helios Grand Hotel at Epic Universe
Helios Grand Hotel Vacation Package
What’s included
Accommodations at Helios Grand Hotel
Universal Orlando theme park tickets
Early park admission
Private entrance to Epic Universe
Expert planning tips from me so you have more fun
Price-monitoring (you’ll always get the best offer)
Universal Orlando theme park transportation
Taxes
What makes Helios Grand Hotel great
The only hotel with an entrance into Epic Universe
Onsite dining
Breathtaking views of Epic Universe and Orlando
Tablets to digitally control drapes, lights, thermostats, and order room service.
Rooftop bar
Grab-and-go food offerings
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Universal Helios Grand Hotel will have 500 rooms and 35 suites.
The majority of the rooms will be two-queen-beds rooms.
The hotel will also offer King Suites, Hospitality Suites, Presidential Suites, and more.
How to Train Your Dragon-themed Kids’ Suites.
Rooms can accommodate up to 4 people.
Room Categories at Helios Grand Hotel
Standard Room - two queen-size beds, 325 sq. ft.
Club Level Room - access to a private lounge, continental breakfast, evening hors d'oeuvres, and personal concierge service.
Kids’ Suite - 545 square foot room that features a separate kids’ room with two twin beds that’s themed in heartwarming and imaginative How to Train Your Dragon décor.
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ATM
Bell services
Self-service laundry
Gift shop
24 hour security
Free internet
Pets not allowed
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Flora Taverna
Flora Taverna is a three-meal restaurant offering a full breakfast buffet, Mediterranean comfort foods, pizza oven, and a gyro station.
Aurora Market
Aurora Market is the contemporary grab & go area featuring a coffee bar and food and drinks like paninis, wraps, and gelato. When you’re in a hurry to hit the parks, this is the spot.
Lotus Lagoon
Snacks and appetizers can be ordered and enjoyed in the open-air restaurant.
Flora Taverna - Lobby Bar
Bar Helios - views of the theme park.
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Complimentary shuttle buses
Dedicated entrance to Epic Universe
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Zero-entry pool with hot tub.
Fitness center
Arcade
Helios Grand Hotel Adress
8505 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
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Universal Express Pass is now avialable for Epic Universe.