Universal Epic Universe Has Been Named to TIME’s World’s Greatest Places of 2026
Epic Universe is an extension of the footprint that already exists in Orlando, which includes Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay.
March 13, 2026
TIME named Universal Epic Universe to its World’s Greatest Places of 2026, recognizing the world’s most extraordinary destinations to explore. The recognition underscores Universal Destinations & Experiences’ decades‑long legacy of innovation.
From the debut of a must-see tram tour 60 years ago, to the creation of award-winning attractions and groundbreaking themed lands, Universal Destinations & Experiences continues to raise the bar through innovation, unimaginable storytelling and game-changing technology.
Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort is the most ambitious, most technologically advanced park UDX has ever built and is the first major theme park to open in the United States in the last quarter century. Through a set of majestic portals, guests are transported to five expansive worlds featuring a combined total of more than 50 experiences – ranging from jaw-dropping attractions and exhilarating entertainment to delectable dining, themed shopping and more – all of which come together to create an unforgettable adventure that is nothing short of epic.
“It’s fair to wonder whether the self-proclaimed Theme Park Capital of the World needed another marquee attraction – but doubt fades quickly at Universal Epic Universe”
With the addition of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort has transformed into a theme park destination that combines a week’s worth of thrills and excitement to create one unforgettable vacation. Including three additional acclaimed theme parks (Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay), 11 resort hotels, a nighttime entertainment complex and more, Universal Orlando is the place for guests to create unforgettable moments with those they love most while enjoying some of the most innovative and immersive theme park experiences in the world.
Beyond Epic Universe, guests visiting Universal Orlando Resort in 2026 can also enjoy seasonal events and experiences like Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval (now through April 4), Volcano Bay Nights (select nights May 3 – August 21), Halloween Horror Nights (select nights August 28 – November 1), Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort (November 14 – January 3) and more.
See the full list of TIME’s World’s Greatest Places here.
