6 Things You Need To Know About Universal Orlando Resort's Christmas Celebrations 2023

2. Universal’s Holiday Tour

Universal Orlando Holiday Parade Macy Santa
Universal Orlando Resort

The Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort have a tour available if you want to make the most of the festive fun. The guided tour gives you access to the some of the resort's most festive elements.

You get a meeting with the Grinch and his dog Max, along with snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. You also get reserved seating at the “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular” over at Islands of Adventure.

It wouldn't be Christmas if you didn't get to see the big man himself. The Universal Holiday Tour gives you a meet and greet photo opportunity with Santa Claus.

For the finale the tour gives you chance to see an "exclusive showing" of the wonderful "The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle" after hours.

The tours run from 19th November through 30th December and costs $79.99 per person (entrance into the parks not included).

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