The World-Famous Studio Tour
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Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating the legendary Studio Tour's 60th anniversary from April 26th to August 11th. Step off the tram and explore an iconic movie set for the first time ever. Capture unforgettable moments with all-new, immersive photo ops. Savor themed food and grab limited-edition merchandise to commemorate this historic event. Don't miss this chance to go behind the scenes and celebrate Hollywood history!
Unleash your inner movie buff and go behind the scenes on the legendary Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood. Explore the world's largest working movie studio, a sprawling 13-city-block wonderland where Hollywood magic comes to life. This incredible set, built with the creative genius of Steven Spielberg himself, is the largest ever constructed for a studio tour!
Join the hilarious Jimmy Fallon as your virtual guide. His witty commentary and exclusive clips on the tram's HD monitors bring the tour to life alongside the live narration.
Prepare to be amazed:
Witness King Kong 360 3-D, the award-winning masterpiece by Peter Jackson.
Step onto the set of NOPE, Jordan Peele's latest horror epic, and explore the elaborate Jupiter's Claim.
Feel the heat from the smoldering wreckage of Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds' Boeing 747.
Come face-to-face with the iconic Jaws and relive the chilling thrill of Amity Island.
Explore the historic backlot, the most filmed location in the world, where countless movies and TV shows were born.
Check into the Bates Motel from Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho – there might be a vacancy just for you!
Uncover movie-making secrets with a real, behind-the-scenes look at special effects in EARTHQUAKE.
Brace yourself for the Flash Flood! 10,000 gallons of water will rush towards you, creating a thrilling spectacle.
Travel through time with the iconic Back to the Future courthouse and clocktower.
Hold on tight for the heart-pounding grand finale: Fast & Furious – Supercharged!
The Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood is an unforgettable experience that takes you into the heart of filmmaking. Don't miss your chance to be a part of the magic!
Night Studio Tour
Experience the thrill of Hollywood like never before on the Night Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood. Traverse iconic soundstages and famous backlot sets bathed in the dramatic glow of theatrical lighting. Sound effects and projection technology bring these scenes to life, while surprise encounters with classic movie characters will leave you speechless.
Mingle with a glamorous Marilyn Monroe, witness the chilling haunt of Frankenstein's Monster, and face your fears at the infamous Bates Motel with a bone-chilling encounter featuring Norman Bates! Your expert guide will unveil the secrets of filmmaking, showing you how movies create the illusion of daylight even when filmed at night.
The adventure doesn't stop there! Prepare to be stunned by the award-winning King Kong 360 3-D, the world's largest 3D experience. Finally, hold on tight for the grand finale, the high-octane chase of Fast & Furious – Supercharged, where you'll join the all-star cast at speeds exceeding 120 miles per hour!
Universal Studios Goes Green!
Universal Studios Hollywood is leading the charge in eco-friendly theme parks. In 2022, they introduced the first of their all-electric trams for the iconic Studio Tour. By early 2025, the entire fleet of 21 trams will be electric, significantly reducing carbon emissions and creating a quieter, more enjoyable experience for guests.
On July 15, 1964, USH introduced the first incarnation of the Studio Tour, THE "Glamor Tram”, which cost $2.50 to ride. The tour included a boxed lunch and the vehicles used to transport Guests were called Glamour Trams.
Over 200 million Guests have experienced the Studio Tour at USH since it opened back in 1964.
Driven daily, each tram could drive over 16,000 miles each year!
There have been over 30 unique attractions, effects, and live elements featured on the Studio Tour over the years!
Flash Flood premiered on the Studio Tour in 1968.
The Earthquake: The Big One attraction simulates an 8.3 earthquake on the Richter Scale!
The King Kong animatronic in the original attraction was 30 feet tall and over 13,000 pounds!
Video co-host Jimmy Fallon debuted on the Studio Tour in 2011.
The shark in the Jaws attraction on the Studio Tour is 25 feet long!