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Today's opening status: Open | Open: 10:00–18:00

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I went on a weekday, and as a multi-time annual pass holder who has tested it myself, I really recommend everyone to go on a weekday if you can! 1⃣️ If you don’t buy an early bird ticket, you can enter right at 8 AM when the park opens and head straight to the Lower Lot for Mario. If you arrive before 9 AM, you can basically get in line. Remember to scan the code at the restaurant entrance first, then go line up for Mario Kart! The wait for Mario Kart was about an hour and a half. I suggest trying the single rider line, which should save you about an hour of waiting time👌 2⃣️ The virtual line opens at 10 AM, so remember to immediately book the Pets ride on the app. This is a new exclusive IP game at Universal Studios, although it’s more kid-friendly, the scenes are very well done, and it’s not available anywhere else yet🆕, so it’s worth checking out. Using the virtual line code, you get direct fast-track entry👌 3⃣️ It’s recommended to book the Mario restaurant after 1 PM, so you can avoid peak dining times, get your food served faster, and since it’s so sunny in the afternoon, eating inside with air conditioning is just right. We booked for 2 PM. 4⃣️ After eating, you can catch the 3:45 PM WaterWorld show, then head to the Studio Tour. This is a unique attraction only available in LA worldwide. I’ve done it many times, and every time it’s a new experience, because the route actually changes each time, and the props inside are updated periodically👌 For the Studio Tour, it’s best to sit in the middle of the first three rows, the 3D effects are especially good, remember to keep your eyes on the front, and don’t just look to the sides👌