Fly with Toothless: What to know about How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk

  • Guests can dine like Vikings at Mead Hall, Spit Fyre Grill, or Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel.
  • Character meet-and-greets will be available with Toothless, Hiccup and other popular characters from the franchise.
  • Single-day tickets for Epic Universe start at $139, while multi-day ticket packages are also available.

Forget your day job. Learn how to live amongst rugged Vikings and rambunctious dragons.

Universal’s Epic Universe is set to open in less than two months with five new immersive worlds to explore, including the mythical land from the popular “How to Train Your Dragon” franchise – Isle of Berk.

“Developed in partnership between Universal Creative and the powerhouse filmmakers from DreamWorks Animation and Universal Pictures, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk captures the heart, humor and scale of the films within an authentic re-creation of the rugged, rocky world,” Universal writes.

Epic Universe will officially open on Thursday, May 22. It is located in Universal Orlando’s new south campus, about 15 minutes away from its other parks. The official address is 4700 E. Sand Lake Road in Orlando.

The latest details include what lies inside “How To Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk.”

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What is ‘Isle of Berk’ at Epic Universe?

Prepare to soar with dragons. The Isle of Berk is a Viking-sized village set during the golden age of harmony between Vikings and dragons (think between the second and third movie).

“Guests visiting Berk will encounter one of the most breathtaking environments Universal has ever created – complete with immense architecture featuring hand-carved details, lush landscaping, and extraordinary heights of rolling hills surrounding vibrant dragon houses and local establishments,” Universal shared in a press release last year.

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How many rides are in the Isle of Berk Orlando?

The land will feature four new attractions for guests – three rides and a live show.

Board Hiccup’s Wing Gliders and watch as he invites brave new Vikings to take a ride in his latest glider contraption – a winged flying machine that launches aspiring Dragon Riders into the sky for a dragon’s eye view of Berk.

“Guests will fly alongside Hiccup and Toothless and reach speeds up to 45 mph as they soar around the perimeter of Berk – and even through the lagoon – while experiencing firsthand what it’s like to fly on a dragon,” Universal writes about the family coaster.

Over at Fyre Drill, Viking twins Ruffnut and Tuffnut will invite teams of Vikings to compete to outscore and out-soak each other on this water ride. Guests will board a colorful dragon-headed boat and blast water cannons at flame-like targets to practice putting out fires.

Lastly, Dragon Racer’s Rally lets new Viking racers practice aerobatic maneuvers and high-speed barrel rolls on two Viking-made dragon-riding trainers that reach heights of up to 67 feet in the air.

“Guests can control how ‘wild or ‘mild’ their experience will be as they perform high-flying, gravity-defying, swooping and soaring skills that are necessary to earn the accolades worthy of a true champion dragon racer,” according to Universal.

What is ‘The Untrainable Dragon’ at Epic Universe?

The Untrainable Dragon will be a live show inspired by the popular “Untrainable” show at Universal Beijing Resort.

“This dragon-filled live spectacular takes guests on an unforgettable journey with beloved characters Hiccup, Toothless, Gobber, and Astrid as they work together to solve the mystery of The Untrainable Dragon,” according to Universal. 

What are the restaurants at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk?

After a day of flying and training with dragons in the Florida heat, every Viking will need to get their energy replenished. Luckily, there are a variety of themed eateries.

Mead Hall is the beating heart of Berk and the village’s main gathering hall. Guests can feast like a Viking and enjoy a savory menu featuring a variety of meats, fish, sandwiches and more, along with a collection of meads and ciders.

There are two quick service options available:

  • Spit Fyre Grill – Overlooking the action of the Fyre Drill water attraction, Spit Fyre Grill is a quick-service dining location featuring delicious, hearty meals flame-seared by a helpful (unseen) dragon fry cook.
  • Hooligan’s Grog & Gruel – Guests can grab quick bites at this festive racing-themed food stand.

What are the shops in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk?

There are four new shops for guests to explore after a day of dragon training — Viking Traders, How to Treat Your Dragon, Hiccup’s Workshop and Toothless’ Treasures.

Are there character meet-and-greets at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk?

Fans of the dragon-filled fantasy series can expect to encounter their favorite characters from the films — even Toothless!

You can meet the beloved dragon and Hiccup at the Haddock Paddock. Plus, throughout the day, Universal shares guest may also encounter other familiar Vikings and dragons while exploring Berk. 

What are the other four portals at Universal’s Epic Universe?

  • Celestial Park  The first-world guest will encounter. It will feature relaxing gardens, a “wet play area,” a grand carousel, and a dual-launch racing roller coaster with 5,000 feet of track and speeds up to 62 mph. Celestial Park will also be the gateway to Epic Universe’s four other worlds, accessed by themed portals.
  • Dark Universe – Guests can expect to “encounter everything from the experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein to the shadowy landscape where monsters roam in a world of myth and mystery,” according to Universal.
  • Super Nintendo World will bring guests into the fan-favorite video game franchise for adventures with Mario, Princess Peach, and more, like at Universal Studios Hollywood.
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic will blend “1920s wizarding Paris from Warner Bros. Pictures’ ‘Fantastic Beasts’ films with the iconic British Ministry of Magic from the Harry Potter series,” according to Universal Orlando, which is already home to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley.

Can I buy tickets to Epic Universe? How much are tickets to Epic Universe?

Yes. Guests can purchase single-day admission or multi-day ticket packages to Epic Universe.

Single-day tickets are available now for visits starting Sunday, June 1. These tickets start at $139 and can go up to $199 during peak periods. Annual pass holders can purchase single-day tickets at a discounted price.

May dates are unavailable unless you choose the multi-day ticket packages that were announced last year. The packages all include one or more days at Universal’s other parks and a single-day admission to Epic Universe.

Universal has also announced other products guests can add onto their admission, including express passes, VIP Tours, photos and costume experiences.

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