Universal Studios Hollywood is a film studio and theme park in Universal City, California. To plan a visit, check its changing daily hours, ticket availability and parking details before you set out.
- Location: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
- Hours: Open every day, with operating hours that vary by day and season
- Tickets: Online advance tickets are available; prices depend on benefits and seasonality
- Getting there: Public transit, a free shuttle and parking are among the options
Check the park’s current hours
Universal Studios Hollywood is open 365 days a year, but its daily hours vary by day and season. The park typically posts its hours four weeks in advance, and those hours may change.
Check the calendar for your specific visit date rather than relying on a general opening time. Attraction and venue hours can differ from park hours, and attractions or entertainment may close or change hours because of refurbishment, capacity, weather or special events.
Before you go: Check the official site before you go for the calendar and current visitor information.
Choose tickets and plan your arrival
Buying online in advance may save money compared with front-gate pricing, though online savings may not apply to same-day purchases of one-day general admission. Ticket prices vary with benefits and seasonality, so check the Ticket Store for current prices.
Before leaving, check whether your visit date is marked sold out in the online ticket store. Tickets are also available at the Front Gate. A one-day Studio City itinerary can help you coordinate the park with other plans in the area.
Parking and drop-off options
The park’s parking address is 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608. Parking rates can change without notice, and general parking is subject to availability.
- General Parking: Listed at $40 before 5:00 PM and $10 after 5:00 PM, with exclusions for Halloween Horror Nights and Universal Fan Fest Nights event dates.
- Preferred Parking: Starts at $60 before 5:00 PM and $20 after 5:00 PM.
- Front Gate Parking: Starts at $70.
- Standard valet: $25 for the first two hours and $60 after two hours.
Accessible parking is available in all parking structures on a first-come, first-served basis. On arrival, guests are directed to the closest ADA section for their destination.
How do you get to the park from Studio City?
You can reach the park by car or public transit. From Hollywood, Universal’s driving directions use the 101 Hollywood Freeway North: exit at Universal Studios Boulevard, turn right and follow signs to the park. The park’s address is 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608.
For public transit, use the Universal City Red Line and Bus Stations. A pedestrian bridge at Lankershim and Universal Hollywood Drive provides access, and a free shuttle serves the park and CityWalk. El Royale Gardens Near Universal Studios is about an 18-minute walk from the park.
Universal describes the park as approximately ten minutes north of Downtown Los Angeles under normal driving conditions, with exits at Universal Studios Boulevard or Lankershim Boulevard. If you’re arriving from LAX, plan your transport to Studio City in advance.
How much time to allow
There is no single visit duration that fits every plan in the available park information. Start by checking the operating hours for your date, then account for the fact that attractions and venues may keep different hours or change their schedules.
If you’re considering a separate outing, the Hollywood Bowl guide covers getting there from Studio City.
Practical tips for the day
For mobility access, a wheelchair-lift-equipped shuttle runs from the bottom of Universal Hollywood Drive near Lankershim Boulevard to the hotels, CityWalk and the theme park. A separate shuttle is available for guests who cannot navigate the escalators between the park’s Lower Lot and Upper Lot.
Wheelchair rentals are listed at $25 per day. ECV rentals are $75 per day, are limited and first-come, first-served, and require the user to be at least 18 years old. Rental availability and rates can change, so confirm current details before your visit.
Wheelchair users do not need to apply for an IBCCES Individual Accessibility Card solely to use mobility devices, since park entrances and attraction queues are accessible. Queue accommodation requests have separate registration requirements.
FAQs
Does Universal Studios Hollywood open every day?
Yes. The park says it is open 365 days a year, though its operating hours vary by day and season.
Can you buy tickets at the entrance?
Yes. Tickets are available at the Front Gate, as well as online. Check online availability for your date before setting out.
Is there a shuttle from public transit?
Yes. Universal says a free shuttle serves Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk, with access from the Universal City Red Line and Bus Stations via a pedestrian bridge.
Is accessible parking available?
Yes. Accessible parking is available in all parking structures on a first-come, first-served basis; guests are directed to the closest ADA section for their destination.