Universal Orlando Shares New Details About The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter – Ministry Of Magic

Universal Orlando Resort has revealed new details for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, opening at Universal Epic Universe in 2025.
This will be the 3rd installment of its Harry Potter-themed lands.

It's also 1 of the 5 worlds coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025.

Here's the full breakdown of what you can expect. From traveling to London via the Métro-Floo, to embarking on a new immersive ride in the Ministry of Magic… there’s going to be so much to experience!

About The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic Land

Set in wizarding Paris from Warner Bros. Pictures Fantastic Beasts films and the British Ministry of Magic from the Harry Potter film series, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic features an awe-inspiring collection of experiences that includes fantastical dining, whimsical retail, spellbinding entertainment and the most ambitious, groundbreaking ride Universal has ever created.

The land features 2 Wizarding World eras, with a good portion of it set within 1920’s Paris, where Fantastic Beasts can be seen in windows around the land. 

The main attraction, is set within the 1990s, and features iconic characters from the Harry Potter films.

An artist rendering of the Portal The Ministry of Magic at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Photo: Universal Parks

Developed by the award-winning Universal Creative team and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic builds upon the global phenomenon that began in 2010 with the debut of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure and continued with the 2014 launch of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida.

MAGICAL CREATURES AND THE MINISTRY AWAIT…

Beyond the world’s ornate portal, guests will first journey from a Muggle park in Paris into the breathtaking spectacle of 1920’s Place Cachée – a hidden, bustling shopping district in wizarding Paris lined with Haussmannian buildings, shops, sidewalk cafés, and historic Parisian domes rising in the distance.

This is a hidden Wizarding market first seen in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.

Here, wizards and non-magiques alike will be enamored with the majestic grandeur and enchanting ambiance of the city as they cast dazzling spells throughout the magical streets using interactive wands, encounter fantastic beasts at a traveling circus, and – for the first time ever within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – travel across countries and time to 1990s London using the Métro-Floo for a thrilling adventure set inside the iconic British Ministry of Magic.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic will feature the unmatched levels of immersion and attention to detail fans have come to expect from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

For the first time ever, Universal has created full-scale buildings for this land, where the shortest building in Wizarding Paris is still taller than the tallest building in Diagon Alley.

Attractions at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry

With its unique combination of massive environments, powerful storytelling and first-of-its-kind ride technology, Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry builds upon the historic theme park innovation Universal is known for.

Ride Storyline: Umbridge escapes with the help of the Death Eaters, with the goal of repairing a broken Time-Turner in the Department of Mysteries to restore Voldemort’s reign.

“When the guests walk into the Ministry for the first time, that sense of scale is established, and that scale is consistently held through the entire experience,” Scott stated.

To travel to the British Ministry of Magic from Wizarding Paris we will take the Métro-Floo, a mode of Wizarding transportation that utilizes Floo Network fireplaces.

"The adventure begins when guests travel by Métro-Floo – a unique mode of wizarding transit inspired by the iconic Floo Network seen in the films – to journey from wizarding Paris to the British Ministry of Magic for the long-awaited trial of the infamous Dolores Umbridge. "

Upon arrival, you'll enter the Ministry’s jaw-dropping grand atrium and venture through other departments before boarding magical, omnidirectional lifts to watch the trial take place…until Umbridge attempts to escape.

Guests then join Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger and a house-elf named Higgledy in a thrilling chase that will propel them up, down, forward, backward, sideways and more throughout the Ministry as they try to capture Umbridge – all while dodging attacks from Death Eaters, rampaging creatures and more along the way.

You can see the ride vehicle seating looks pretty similar Disney’s Hollywood Studios Tower of Terror ride. Animatronic figures, like the Death Eater were shown for a brief second in Universal Orlando’s video reveal.

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Queue Area:

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Height Requirement:

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Le Cirque Arcanus

For the first time ever in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, guests will enjoy a live, full-scale theatre experience in the heart of the land with Le Cirque Arcanus.

This spectacular show features live performers and aerialists, amazing puppetry, brilliant special effects and more to take guests on a whirlwind journey where they’ll encounter fantastic beasts like never before.

The show follows Ringmaster Skender, who has stolen Newt Scamander’s suitcase – where Demiguise, Diricawl, Mooncalves and more reside – to try and bring the failing Le Cirque Arcanus back to its former glory. It’s then up to circus employee Gwenlyn to rescue these creatures before they end up in Skender’s greedy hands forever.

Immersive Experiences at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe

Inspiring Wand Magic

As guests explore the streets of wizarding Paris, they can use their interactive wands to create magical experiences as they cast spells at various locations, interact with fantastic beasts such as Nifflers, Bowtruckles and a Demiguise, and engage with enchanted objects in many of the storefront windows plus other areas throughout the marvelous Place Cachée.

 Universal confirmed that new wands offered here will come in the triangle boxes, which will contain “a list of locations throughout the Wizarding World where guests can practice casting spells.”

Character Encounters

While exploring the streets of Place Cachée, guests will also encounter other visitors, officials and residents from the wizarding world, including exchange students from the Hogwarts and Ilvermorny Schools of Witchcraft and Wizardry, an Auror from the Ministère des Affaires Magiques de la France who roams inquiring of suspicious characters.

For the first time, you’ll be able to speak to various talking portraits and receive real, personalized replies. “Talking portraits of delightful wizards who engage with locals about the happenings in Place Cachée, and more.”

Shopping at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe

Guests can also enjoy delicious international fare and shop for souvenirs and merchandise during their visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at highly-themed dining and retail locations.

Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique

 Guests can shop some of the world’s finest wands designed by esteemed artisan wandmaker, Cosme Acajor, in the premier Parisian wand shop, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique.

In addition to popular imports from Ollivanders, visitors will find a selection of exquisite wands packaged in unique three-sided boxes – each containing a list of locations throughout the wizarding world where guests can practice casting spells.

Dining at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe

Café L'Air De La Sirène

A wonder of French architecture adorned with fabulous carved marble and details of fantastic beasts hidden in the tile and mosaic designs, Café L’air De La Sirène is a charming café where guests can delight in French sandwiches, plats du jour and desserts.

Le Gobelet Noir

In the shadowy corners of Place Cachée is a mysterious timeworn auberge, where international Dark witches and wizards gather to escape the prying eyes of the Paris Ministry and have a hearty meal over hushed conversation. Menu offerings include starters such as soups and salads as well as a variety of entrées and desserts.

Bar Moonshine

American witches and wizards can enjoy a taste of home at Bar Moonshine, where they’ll find exclusive beers, wines and cocktails served amid U.S. Quidditch team pennants and other items of wizarding Americana.

Bièraubeurre Cart

No visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is complete without Butterbeer! Guests can stop by the Bièraubeurre cart during their visit to Place Cachée for a frosty, delicious mug of the fan-favorite beverage.

Guests can also shop for wizarding gear and memorabilia in Les Galeries Mirifiques, satisfy their sweet tooth at the French confectionary shop, K. Rammelle, or make a stop for Ministry of Magic-inspired items at the Métro-Floo gift shop, Tour En Floo.

Virtual Fly-Through of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic Coming to Epic Universe in 2025

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic Merchandise

You can now purchase a variety of new merchandise inspired by the upcoming themed environment – including apparel, accessories, drinkware and more. The collection is available for a limited time and can be purchased at the Universal Epic Universe Preview Center in Universal CityWalk and on shop.universalorlando.com.

The reveal of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic now completes the 5 worlds making up Universal Epic Universe:

Dark Universe: A realm of myth and mystery, where guests encounter the experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein and traverse a shadowy landscape inhabited by monsters like Dracula and the Wolf-man.

Super Nintendo World: Featuring characters like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Donkey Kong in an interactive gaming experience.

How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk: Discover an island where Vikings and fire-breathing dragons exist together in harmony.

Celestial Park: Thrilling rides, entertainment, dining, shopping, plus the Universal Helios Grand Hotel, all come together to create an amazing world of discovery and excitement.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic: Transporting visitors to a different era of the wizarding world, blending 1920s wizarding Paris from the “Fantastic Beasts” films with the iconic British Ministry of Magic.

Stay tuned – more details about Universal Epic Universe will be revealed in the months ahead. For more information about Universal Epic Universe, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/epicuniverse.com

Universal Orlando Shares NEW Details About The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025

About The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic Land

Shopping at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe

Dining at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe

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