The VIP Experience at Universal Studios Hollywood in California | 24 hours

536 Reviews | Los Angeles
From $369.00 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
Select Date and Travelers
You can select up to 5 travelers in total.
Adult (5-99) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 5
2
Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
VIP Experience
2 Adults x $419.00
$838.00
Approx Total
$838.00
Universal Studios Hollywood’s VIP Experience: Your Exclusive Access to Hollywood Awaits. No date or time changes allowed
Tour Time: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time and check-in at VIP reception

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Valet Parking
  • A VIP Guide to tour locations closed to the general public
  • Unlimited (Per Day) express access to each ride, attraction and seated show
  • Tour historic backlot locations
  • A gourmet meal in the private VIP dining room
  • Light refreshments served in an exclusive VIP lounge
  • 1-Day Park admission to Universal Studios Hollywood
  • Carnival games (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Movie tickets for Universal CityWalk Cinemas
  • Food and drinks not listed above (available for purchase

Overview

** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY ** On the VIP Experience, you’ll have exclusive access to backlot sets not open to the general public. And you’ll enjoy unlimited express access to ALL rides and attractions. Get ready to be treated like a star. Your day begins on the red carpet, and from there, it only gets more exclusive. Walk among the most iconic sets in cinema history, enjoy a gourmet meal and experience the Park in a different way. What really sets this day apart is the exclusive access you’ll have on the VIP Experience. Today, you’re a celebrity!

Itinerary

  • Universal Studios Hollywood

    Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood movie experience! Don't miss the chance to visit the world's largest movie studio and theme park! At Universal Studios Hollywood there's a world of fun-filled adventures the whole family will love.. Your VIP guide will escort you to the park’s most popular rides and attractions, taking you in via special exclusive VIP entrances. Afterwards, enjoy time to explore the vast park on your own, you can skip the queues at every attraction, get the best seats in the house for every show, enjoy a delicious gourmet lunch and more.

    8 hours

  • N/A

    Add a classic Hollywood finish to your day at Universal CityWalk, more than 30 places to eat, awesome night spots, 19 screen theater with state-of-the-art IMAX® and more than 30 unique shops. It’s LA’s favorite place to play. CityWalk is located directly next to Universal Studios Hollywood.

    1 hour

  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

    Explore the mysteries of Hogwarts™ castle, visit the shops of Hogsmeade™, and sample fare from some of the wizarding world’s best-known establishments. Plus, experience Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™ and Flight of the Hippogriff™ as you are transported into a world of magical thrills and excitement.

    1 hour

  • N/A

    Jump into the world of Super Mario™ and battle Team Bowser on the groundbreaking Mario Kart™: Bowser's Challenge, dine at Toadstool Cafe™ and level up with themed merch. It's a new way to play!

    30 minutes

  • N/A

    Exclusive Backlot Access - Tour the movie industry’s busiest sets in a special trolley where you can disembark to explore some of our famous outdoor sets.

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • N/A

    Discover the exciting world of your favorite Pets characters on the all-new ride, The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, now open. Join Max, Duke, Gidget and Snowball on a journey through the streets of New York City and celebrate at your very own welcome-home party.

    30 minutes

  • N/A

    Prepare yourself for an epic world of adventure in Jurassic World. Enter into an immersive land where you’ll experience the all-new heart-pounding Jurassic World –The Ride. Then, come face-to-face with Blue at the Raptor Encounter, excavate fossils at DinoPlay, grab a bite at Jurassic Café, a cocktail at Isla Nu-bar, and shop at Jurassic Outfitters

    30 minutes

  • Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride

    Face heart-pounding special effects and shocks at every turn, plus raging mummy warriors, on a rollercoaster ride into the world of The Mummy.

    30 minutes

  • Transformers: The Ride - 3D

    Fusing photo-realistic 3D HD media and elaborate flight simulation technology with cutting edge physical and special effects, TRANSFORMERS™: The Ride-3D is the next generation immersive Theme Park attraction

    30 minutes

  • Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

    Enter through the towering castle gates and make your way down the familiar passageways and corridors of Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit iconic locations such as Dumbledore's office, the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom, the Gryffindor™ common room, the Room of Requirement, and more. Then get ready to soar above the castle grounds as you join Harry Potter™ and his friends on an unforgettably thrilling adventure, coming face-to-face with an array of magical creatures. This amazing attraction uses groundbreaking, state-of-the-art technology (and a little magic) to create a one-of-a-kind ride.

    30 minutes

  • Despicable Me Minion Mayhem

    Join Gru, his daughters and the mischievous Minions on a heartwarming and thrilling ride. Start your journey in Gru’shome, where you’re recruited for his latest scheme – one where you’ll become an actual Minion. Then, visit a re-creation of Illumination’s Despicable Me’s memorable seaside carnival, Super Silly Fun Land, an all-new, over-the-top outdoor family play zone.

    30 minutes

  • The Simpsons Ride

    The Simpsons Ride™ and Springfield, U.S.A. Careen and crash through Springfield U.S.A. with America’s favorite animated family, The Simpsons™. Enjoy the town by visiting the famous KrustyBurger, indulging in delicious Lard Lad Donuts and meeting friends at Moe’s Tavern!

    30 minutes

  • Super Silly Fun Land

    Super Silly Fun Land is an elaborate play zone adjacent to Despicable Me Minion Mayhem. This colorfully themed, interactive Minion-inspired outdoor venue is a literal interpretation of the seaside carnival from Illumination’s “Despicable Me,” designed to entertain guests of all ages with its more than 80 different water-play features. A nearby dry zone invites guests to climb, jump and slide, while the Minion-themed ride, “Silly Swirly Fun Ride,” will soar and spin guests around for a 360-degree view of “Super Silly Fun Land” aboard a fleet of uniquely styled ride vehicles.

    30 minutes

  • King Kong 360 3-D

    Don’t miss the award-winning King Kong 360-3D created by Peter Jackson – The world’s largest 3-D experience, only on the Universal Studios Hollywood™ Studio Tour. Your heart will pound. Your survival instincts will be on overload. Prepare to be caught in the middle of a terrifying struggle between a 35-foot T-Rex and the 8th wonder of the world – King Kong.

    5 minutes

  • Flight of the Hippogriff

    Flight of the Hippogriff™ is a family-friendly roller coaster that spirals and dives around the pumpkin patch, and then swoops past Hagrid’s hut.

    15 minutes

  • Fast and Furious - Supercharged

    Ride along with the all-star cast from the hit movies on an exhilarating high-speed chase that exceeds 120 miles per hour and catapults you into the high-stakes underworld of fast cars and international crime cartels. You’ll be engulfed in a world of cutting-edge, hyper-realistic special effects, including 3D-HD imagery projected onto the world’s most expansive 360-degree screens! Fast & Furious - Supercharged is featured on The World-Famous Studio Tour.

    10 minutes

  • WaterWorld

    Experience Universal Studios #1 rated show. Join an adventure that surges to life with jumping jet-skiers, perilous plunges, firefights, massive explosions, and an in-your-face plane crash you need to see to believe.

    30 minutes

  • N/A

    Get ready for another level of awesomeness at DreamWorks Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda. Join Master Po in a multi-sensory attraction using state-of-the-art visual effects and cutting-edge technology to engulf you in a world of adventure

    30 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: Booking is only valid on selected date of travel.
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • In order to maintain the safety of guests, modified operating procedures have been put in place. Guests visiting the park will have their bags inspected by staff. Large bags and coolers will not be permitted in the park. Outside food is not permitted inside the park with the exception of bottle water, fruit and baby food.
  • HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s21).Inc.TRANSFORMERS and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission.© 2021 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.© 2021 DreamWorks LLC and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved. The Mummy © 2021 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. Kung Fu Panda © 2021 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved. Universal’s Animal Actors © 2021 Universal Studios. THE SIMPSONS TM & © 2021 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM and © 2021 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

Free Cancellation

April 26100% refund
April 27No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.7

536 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    447
  • 4 stars
    48
  • 3 stars
    12
  • 2 stars
    18
  • 1 star
    11

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 447 reviews with 5 stars

Best Time Ever!

Published on Jan, 2025

We had the most amazing experience here! We splurged and booked the VIP tour and it was worth every penny from the second you pull up. We got free Valet parking so no walking forever or dealing with crowds. We made our way to the VIP check in lounge where we were greeted very kindly and led up to a beautiful VIP lounge where they had a bunch of breakfast options and nice waiting area as we waited for our guide to take us on the tour. Special shout out to Sara who was spectacular! She was very knowledgeable and kind. She took us around the park like a champ. No lines anywhere. We went straight to the front at every single one. The special access on the tram was awesome too. We then headed to lunch which was phenomenal. It was a buffet with tons of options. Another cool feature was that they had characters walk around each table and chat with the kids. So smart! Our girls loved it. This is the only way to do Universal. They make you feel like a true VIP. Again, thank you to our guide Sara, she really was amazing!

Fabulous experience for a reasonable price

Published on Jan, 2025

We booked the VIP experience due to limited time to visit Universal and it being Christmas Day.... and we're soooo pleased we did. It was a fabulous experience and took all the stress out of the day (unlike Disneyland, which was quite stressful trying to figure things out in a large crowd as overseas travelers). Our tour guide Bobby was AMAZING!! He was funny, passionate, knowledgeable, and he exceeded our expectations to make sure that our group of 12 had the best day (we all became fast friends on his tour). Everything was so well done... breakfast and lunch sorted, a delicious butterbeer stop, a wonderful tour of the studios, helpful star ratings for ride scariness (this helped my apprehensive son become a lover of Rollercoasters and try them all for our entire trip). The queue jumping alone saved us hours in our experience, it was an absolute pleasure. We will always remember our Christmas Day 2024, and Bobby played a huge part in our experience, so we thank him wholeheartedly. If you're going to Universal.... treat yourself and book this tour!! It's well worth every penny. Even in a big crowd, you feel safe, cared for, and like you're getting the full Universal experience and not missing anything.

VIP WORTH EVERY PENNY

Published on Jan, 2025

VIP experience was worth every penny! Our guide Ramone went above and beyond! I will be telling all my friends and family to book VIP when they visit Universal Studios

Great Day

Published on Jan, 2025

tour guide Christopher said as great and no wait time for rides. The moulin Rouge lunch was unexpected delicious

VIP Only Way to Go!

Published on Jan, 2025

Nic G was a wonderful host. He never rushed us, but made sure we saw all of the highlights even during a large crowd day.

Compare Similar Experiences

Current

time

24 hours

time Free Cancellation
536
From
$369 /   Person
Skip The Line
time

24 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,133
From
$204 /   Person
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
time

7 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,362
From
$95 /   Person
Skip The Line
time

24 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,133
From
$204 /   Person
time

2 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
1,104
From
$15 /   Person
time

5 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
1,053
From
$89 /   Person
time

35 minutes to 2 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,006
From
$51 /   Person
time

1 hour

time Free Cancellation
944
From
$13 /   Person
time

2 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
938
From
$25 /   Person
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
659
From
$45 /   Person
time

30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
600
From
$84 /   Person
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
572
From
$59 /   Person
Likely To Sell Out
time

5 hours

time Free Cancellation
513
From
$89 /   Person
time

1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours

time Free Cancellation
465
From
$51 /   Person
Recently Viewed
time

55 minutes to 1 hour 5 minutes

time Free Cancellation
3
From
$13 /   Person
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
7
From
$33 /   Person
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
404
From
$57 /   Person
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
191
From
$206 /   Group
time

1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours

time Free Cancellation
750
From
$52 /   Person
time

7 hours to 8 hours

time Free Cancellation
3
From
$632 /   Group
time

1 hour 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
162
From
$73 /   Person
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
1
From
$85 /   Person
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
17
From
$149 /   Person
time

3 hours to 4 hours

time Free Cancellation
2
From
$190 /   Person
Connect with TravelOne
Louise Berg
Destination Expert
TravelOne Subscribe
We organise unforgettable vacations.
Subscribe for trending deals.
© Copyright 2025 TravelOne Technologies Inc. | All Rights Reserved.
Visa Card Mastercard Maestro Amex Discover

TravelOne uses cookies to give you the best possible service. If you continue browsing, you agree to the use of cookies. More details can be found in our privacy policy.

Do you have a destination in mind, or would you like TravelOne AI to suggest one?

What is your destination?

City Breakup

Remove
+ Add New

Choose Travel Dates / Flexible and Fixed / Number of Days

What's your ideal trip length?

Days

Your trip length is 0 day


Travel Dates / Flexible and Fixed / Number of Days


Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2
Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2

Preferred Star Rating?

Accommodation Preferences

Property Preference?

Accommodation Preferences

Property Location?

Accommodation Preferences

Preferred Hotel Chain?

Accommodation Preferences

Meal At The Hotel?

Accommodation Preferences

What are your meal preferences?

Dining Preferences

What are your preferences for arrival/departure transfers?

Transfers & Internal Transportation

What are your preferences for internal transfers?

Transfers & Internal Transportation

Are you celebrating any special occasion?

Travel Activities & Experiences

Loading questions for you...! Please wait...!

Loading questions for you...! Please wait...!