Get up close and personal with movie monsters as Universal are set to build their scariest and darkest land to date featuring one of the most immersive indoor haunted attractions ever created.
Timeless monsters will be brought to life within Dark Universe which will envelop guests in monstrous adventures across various attractions, shops, restaurants and character meet and greets that will thrill everyone from families to classic Monster fans alike.
This is unlike anything Universal has created before as stories of legends such as Dracula, The Wolf Man, Frankenstein’s Monster, The Bride of Frankenstein and more come to life including Dr. Victoria Frankenstein the great-great-grandaughter of Henry Frankenstein.
Guests will step into the world of Darkmoor a ravaged village within Dark Universe where they will encounter a first-of-its-kind theme park environment that offers family-friend fun whilst pushing the boundaries of intensity.
The journey to Dark Universe begins the moment guests enter its electrifying portal, which harnesses the dark energy of Darkmoor. As guests step foot inside, that same energy will pulsate throughout the entire village and connect at the top of Frankenstein Manor – the towering focal point of Dark Universe.
Nestled within the blackened stone walls of the town, guests will embark on unique adventures where they can get made up to look like their favorite monsters, spin through the woods aboard a thrilling family coaster, enjoy unique dining establishments, enter Frankenstein Manor to brave Universal Orlando’s most chilling ride ever – Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment.
The World’s Scariest Dark Ride?
Universal Orlando’s most terrifying attraction yet, this state-of-the-art dark ride takes guests deep into the catacombs of Frankenstein Manor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein conducts her twisted experiments. In a vain display of her genius, she invites guests into her laboratory to witness a demonstration of her ability to control monsters – but her plans go awry when her attempts to control the most dangerous of monsters, Dracula, fails, unleashing a horde of enraged monsters.
Guests are then thrust into an intense ride through the darkness as they try to evade the grasps of The Wolf Man, The Mummy, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Brides of Dracula and others.
The dark ride is unlike anything Universal have created before using the world’s most advanced animatronics for a spine-chilling experience.
Curse of the Werewolf Dark Universe
Deep in the woods that sit on the edge of Darkmoor, guests will find Curse of the Werewolf, a spinning family coaster inspired by “The Wolf Man.” Guests will enter the encampment of The Guild of Mystics where they’ll be greeted by the Maleva, the guild’s all-knowing seer and leader, who warns them that they bear the mark of the werewolf.
Guests then board a wagon and venture into the forest – racing to escape the werewolves before they become one themselves.
Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience
Guests will have the chance to have face paint and temporary tattoos added to turn them into lovely little creatures as Dr. Pretorius’ infamous old lab has been turned into a parlor to continue thespirit of his demented experiments, and skilled artisans use their talents to transform guests’ outer appearances so they can showcase their fandom for the Universal Monsters.
Meet the Monsters
Meet and greet your favourite monsters including Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s Monster and the alluring Bride of Frankenstein.
Guests will also encounter other unusual inhabitants roaming the eerie village, including Victoria Frankenstein’s servant, Ygor, The Invisible Man, an eccentric monster hunter, and a talented musician who regales guests with songs and tales of the classic Universal Monsters stories.
Food and Drink in Dark Universe
Guests can shop, dine and drink until they can’t no more with a whole host of places to check out including:
Das Stakehaus
Darkmoor’s most ominous restaurant, this establishment is a dining hall run by vampire “familiars” who size up unsuspecting patrons to be part of the vampires’ feast.
Surrounded by artwork and artifacts detailing the history of the village’s creatures of the night, guests can enjoy a menu of kebabs, burgers, sandwiches and more.
The Burning Blade Tavern
Despite the blades of the windmill still smoldering and flaming periodically, Darkmoor’s monster hunters have transformed this old fiery mill into their favorite hangout.
While enjoying a menu of burgers, wings, bratwurst, pretzels and specialty beverages, guests will hear stories of the infamous “Hounds” – boastful hunters from beyond Darkmoor – all while surrounded by an impressive display of the monster heads they consider their “trophies.”
De Lacey’s Cottage
Near Frankenstein Manor sits De Lacey’s Cottage food stand, where the original Frankenstein’s Monster once received sustenance and friendship. Here, guests can find a variety of snacks and cool treats like cinnamon bread, ice cream, twisted taters and more.
Dark Universe Merchandise
Guests can take home mementos from retail locations across the land with a collection of merchandise available for a limited time as we speak in the Epic Universe Preview Center in Universal CityWalk and online!
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