In this article we’ll cover the complete 2023 Islands of Adventure ride list to be as prepared as possible for your next Universal Orlando vacation! If you and your family love thrill rides, then you’ll want to make sure to plan a day to explore Islands of Adventure! With so much to choose within the the different themed areas – such as Hogsmeade Village at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Jurassic Park there is something for everyone!
So if you’re ready to learn about all of the rides at Islands of Adventure read on!
Complete List of Islands of Adventure Rides 2023

Where are the Island of Adventure rides located?
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade
- Marvel Super Hero Island
- The Lost Continent
- Port of Entry
- Toon Lagoon
- Jurassic Park
- Skull Island
- Seuss Landing
2023 Universal Islands of Adventure Rides List
If you’re simply just looking for an Islands of Adventure rides list we’ve made that for you right here! If you’re looking for a description of each ride be sure to keep reading below!
What are all the rides at Islands of adventure?
- Flight of the Hippogriff
- Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
- Pteranodon Flyers
- Jurassic Park River Adventure Ride
- Jurassic World VelociCoaster
- Cat in the Hat Ride
- High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train
- Caro-Seuss-El
- One fish, Two fish, Red fish, Blue Fish
- Doom’s Fearfall
- Incredible Hulk Coaster
- Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
- Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-rat Barges
- Dudley Do-Right Ripsaw Falls
- Skull Island: Reign of Kong
Islands of adventure Ride List Height Requirements
- Flight of the Hippogriff – 36″–48″ (92cm-122cm)
- Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – Guests must be at least 48″ (122cm)
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey – Must be at least be 48″ (122cm).
- Pteranodon Flyers – 36″–48″ (92cm-122cm)
- Jurassic Park River Adventure Ride – 42″–48″ (107cm-122cm)
- Jurassic World VelociCoaster – Guests must be at least 51″ (130cm)
- Cat in the Hat Ride High in the Sky – 36″–48″ (92cm-122cm)
- Seuss Trolley Train – Must be at least 36″ (92cm)
- Caro-Seuss-El – Must be at least 36″ (92cm)
- One fish, Two fish, Red fish, Blue Fish – Must be at least 36″ (92cm)
- Doom’s Fearfall – Must be at least 52″ (133cm)
- Incredible Hulk Coaster – Must be at least 54″ (138cm)
- Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man – Guests must be at least 40″ (102cm)
- Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-rat Barges – Guest must be at least 42″ (107cm)
- Dudley Do-Right Ripsaw Falls – Guests must be at least 44″ (112cm)
- Skull Island: Reign of Kong – Guests must be at least 36″ (92cm)
How long does it take to do Islands of Adventure?
Another very popular question that has to do with this topic is, how long does it take to do islands of Adventure? And as a general rule of thumb we would recomend one full day to see and do all of the Islands of Adventure rides on this list. It’s also important to note that this also assumes that you are taking advantage of early park admission.
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2023 Islands of Adventure Attractions List – Where to Begin?
While we might miss some of the seasonal attractions and shows on this list our goal is to take you through each of the lands in Islands of Adventure so that you know exactly what to expect during your vacation.
How Many Rides Are at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure?
Another common question we receive when talking about the rides at Islands of Adventure is, how many rides are at Universal Islands of Adventure? Very simply, as of 2023 Universal Islands of Adventure has 16 rides for guests to enjoy in the theme park. It’s also home to two of the newest rides at Universal Orlando with them being the VelociCoaster and Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure.
How Many Roller Coasters Are at Islands of Adventure?
Another popular question we receive is, how many roller coaster are at Islands of Adventure? And, there are three roller coasters at Islands of Adventure for guests to enjoy. These rides are the Incredible Hulkcoaster, Hagird’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, and the VelociCoaster.
How Many Rides at Islands of Adventure are Open for Early Park Admission?
Universal Islands of Adventure is also included in the early park admission hours. Luckily guests can enjoy some of the most popular rides in all of Universal during these early park hours. The rides included with Islands of Adventure early park admission are Flight of the Hippogriff, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and the VelociCoaster.
Hogsmeade Village Ride List

What are the Harry Potter Rides in Islands of Adventure?
- Flight of the Hippogriff
- Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Flight of the Hippogriff
This thrilling, yet kid-friendly roller coaster takes its riders through the Forbidden Forest, diving around a pumpkin patch and giving riders a nice look at Hagrid’s hut.
Who loves it? This roller coaster is great for all ages, providing slight thrills without any chills.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 36” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is the newest of the Universal Studios Islands of Adventure rides. “Drive” the motorcycle or ride in the sidecar around the Forbidden Forest to discover many of the magical beasts that live there.
Who loves it? Older Harry Potter fans love the thrills and excitement of this roller coaster that whips around curves at high speeds and even goes backwards at one point.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 48”.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Come inside Hogwarts Castle for a ride where the waiting queue is just as thrilling as the ride. As you walk through the many areas of Hogwarts Castle, you’ll be preparing for a thrilling ride with Hermione and her friends as they soar above the castle grounds on a one-of-a-kind ride that uses technology to create the sensation of flying.
Who loves it? Harry Potter fans will geek out as they travel through the castle, but everyone will love the soaring ride that puts you right in the middle of the action.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 48”.
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The Lost Continent

What are the Seuss Landing Rides?
- Cat in the Hat Ride
- High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train
- Caro-Seuss-El
- One fish, Two fish, Red fish, Blue Fish
Cat in the Hat Ride
Travel through the Cat in the Hat story book on this omni-mover ride made to look like your couch.
Who loves it? It’s a favorite with small children but older kids may get bored with it.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 36” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train
Take a slow trolley ride about Seuss Landing to get a birds-eye view of it all while listening to classic Dr. Seuss stories.
Who loves it? Anyone who wants to just sit back and relax will enjoy winding around on these elevated tracks.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 36” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Caro-Seuss-El
A merry-go-round like no other, you are presented with all the nonsensical Seuessical creatures there are to choose from. Get your camera ready because you’re going to want photos of this ride!
Who loves it? Mostly the younger kids love it, but everyone will smile once they see it.
Height Requirements? There’s no minimum height, but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
One fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish
Take a spin on this ride as you choose which fish you want to sit in. You can choose when you go up and when you go down, but listen to the instructions if you want to avoid getting wet in the process.
Who loves it? Everyone seems willing to give this a shot at least once, but don’t be surprised if your littlest ones keep asking to do it again and again and again.
Height Requirements? There’s no minimum height, but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Marvel Super Hero Island

What are the Marvel Super Hero Island Rides?
- Doom’s Fearfall
- Incredible Hulk Coaster
- Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
Doom’s Fearfall
Are you brave enough to shoot up 185 feet in the air only to be plummeted back to Earth without any warning at a speed faster than gravity? Then you’re going to love this ultimate thrill ride at Universal Studios Orlando Islands of Adventure.
Who loves it? Thrill-ride junkies!
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 52”. This ride also has safety restraints that may restrict people of certain sizes to ride. Those with a waist size of more than 40” may not be able to ride.
Incredible Hulk Coaster
This giant green coaster can be seen from practically anywhere in Islands of Adventure. This ride tops the list of rides at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure that have been here from the start and still attract huge lines.
Who loves it? Anyone who can’t get enough of roller coasters that go upside down.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 54”. This ride also has safety restraints that may restrict people of certain sizes to ride. Those with a waist size of more than 40” may not be able to ride. And this ride has a zero-tolerance policy for any loose items so guests have to walk through a metal detector before they can ride.
Amazing Adventures of Spider Man
Put on your 3-D glasses for this high-flying virtual reality ride. Guests get to join Spider Man as he soars above the streets chasing bad guys.
Who loves it? Classic Marvel character fans who don’t get motion sick. This one is a doosie.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 40” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Toon Lagoon

What rides are in Toon Lagoon?
- Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-rat Barges
- Dudley Do-Right Ripsaw Falls
Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-rat Barges
A classic wet ride, the rafting ride puts a group of people in a large circular spinning raft and tosses them up and down a river with lots of water obstacles waiting to soak them.
Who loves it? Everyone on a hot day. No one on a cold day. If you liked to get soaked, you’ll love it.
Height requirements? Minimum height is 42” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls
Another classic wet ride, this log flume ride takes you through twists and turns, ending in a 75-foot drop. You are sure to get soaked when you ride this.
Who loves it? A flume ride is fun for everyone, but older generation will really enjoy the references to this classic cartoon.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 44” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Jurassic Park

What are the rides in Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure?
- Pteranodon Flyers
- Jurassic Park River Adventure Ride
- Jurassic World VelociCoaster
Pteranodon Flyers
Get carried away by a prehistoric flying reptile, suspended from a wire, and gently soar over the surrounding area of Jurassic Park. This ride is so kid friendly that anyone over 56” must find a kid to go on the ride with them!
Who loves it? Kids who love having the power of saying who gets to ride with them. More adults would probably love it too, but it’s awkward (and maybe illegal) to ask kids you don’t know to take you on the ride when you’re a childless millennial.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 36” but with a maximum height of 56” unless accompanied by a kid between the height of 36-56 inches.
Jurassic Park River Adventure Ride
One last chance to get wet on a hot day. This boat ride starts out innocent enough as you travel into Jurassic Park to view the dinosaurs but then takes an ominous turn as you head into restricted areas of Jurassic Park and encounter so many T-rexes that you end up taking an 85-foot drop down into the darkness.
Who loves it? A great ride for anyone who loves dinosaurs but isn’t too scared of them.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 36” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster
It boasts 4,700 feet of track that will take you to heights of 155 feet using launches, barrel rolls, and endless twists and turns through tight squeezes as you dash through the park’s raptor enclosure.
Who loves it? Every roller coaster enthusiast out there is chomping at the bit to hop aboard this one-of-a-kind roller coaster. This ride will definitely not be for the timid of heart. It will take over the number one spot for Universal thrill rides once it opens.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 51″ for this thriller.
Skull Island

Skull Island – Reign of Kong
This terrifying ride is at the top of many people’s Orlando Universal rides list. Board a ride vehicle and travel through Skull Island where all the nightmarish creatures of the movie come to 3-D life all around you.
Who loves it? Definitely for older kids, tweens and teens. This ride contains a lot of violence and unbelievably scary creatures so younger kids will want to stay away.
Height Requirements? Minimum height is 36” but anyone under 48” will need to have a supervising companion.
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