As the countdown to the opening of Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort continues, new photos have been revealed giving us our best look yet at the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry attraction.
What’s Happening:
- Universal Orlando Resort has revealed new photos and details for their full-scale recreation of the British Ministry of Magic that guests will enter to experience the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry attraction at Universal Epic Universe when the new park opens next year. The attraction is part of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic portion of the park.
- The attraction focuses on the trial of infamous Harry Potter villain Dolores Umbridge. As the photos show, the queue will take guests through familiar sections of the Ministry, as seen in the Potter films, including the Métro-Floo Corridor, the Magic Atrium, the reception area and Umbridge’s office.
- The photos also provide a first look at the attraction’s main ride vehicle, made to look like a Magical Ministry lift, which can move in all directions – something that comes in handy when Umbridge attempts to escape and you join in the chase to stop her.
- We also have new looks at some areas that you travel through during the ride itself, such as the Magical Archives and the Time Room.
What They’re Saying:
- Universal Orlando Resort: “Just like Hogwarts castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and Gringotts Bank in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, the immense scale and awe-inspiring details within the British Ministry of Magic will amaze guests as they are immersed in yet another iconic location from the beloved Warner Bros. Pictures Harry Potter films. The journey through the typically restricted wizarding government building will take guests through the grand Ministry atrium, Dolores Umbridge’s office, other Ministry departments and more before boarding magical, omnidirectional lifts to bring Dolores Umbridge to justice once and for all.”
Métro-Floo Corridor
- “Guests will journey from wizarding Paris – the setting of the other exciting experiences inspired by the Fantastic Beasts films in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic – to the Ministry via the Métro-Floo – a unique mode of transportation inspired by the iconic Floo Network from the films. As they emerge from the fireplace-like structures they’ve seen in the films, guests will immediately find themselves in the lobby of the Ministry of Magic.”
The Ministry of Magic Atrium
- “The jaw-dropping grand atrium of the Ministry of Magic comes to life in all its grandeur in the queue for the attraction. Here, guests will find a restored Fountain of Magical Brethren statue, the breathtaking enchanted weather ceiling, an endless array of Ministry offices from floor to ceiling and many more intricate details for guests to discover while inside. Guests will also discover that their visit falls on the same day that Dolores Umbridge will stand trial for her crimes against the wizarding world.”
Ministry Reception
- “Guests will pass by the Ministry Reception, where wizards typically ask for information before going about their wizarding business. However, guests won’t find anyone working the reception booths today as the entire Ministry is busy preparing for the trial.”
Dolores Umbridge’s Office
- “A glittering chandelier illuminates Dolores Umbridge’s former office, which is revealed to be just as over-the-top as the woman herself with its pink hues and ornate gold carvings throughout. Here, guests will meet Higgledy, Umbridge’s former house-elf, for the first time as she enthusiastically cleans out the office ahead of the trial.”
Daily Prophet, Memos and Other Wizarding Details
- “Guests should keep an eye out for a variety of details from the films while they venture through the Ministry, like the latest edition of the Daily Prophet, flocks of interdepartmental memos and even the belongings of some of their favorite characters from the films.”
Magical Ministry Lift
- “Guests will board a magical, omnidirectional lift that seats up to 14 guests to travel even deeper through the British Ministry for the long-awaited trial of Dolores Umbridge. Adorned with vibrant red and gold accents, these lifts are unlike any ride vehicle ever created and will propel guests up, down, forward, backward, sideways and more throughout the Ministry – just like guests have seen in the films.”
Additional Ministry Areas
- “Once aboard the ride, guests will find themselves on a thrilling chase to catch Umbridge as she attempts to escape her trial – all while dodging attacks from the Death Eaters, rampaging creatures and more along the way. Additional areas guests will soar through in the British Ministry include the Magical Archives – a cavernous library filled with towering cabinets that hold centuries of Ministry archives and wizarding documents; the Department of Magical Creatures – where creatures have escaped and are running amuck; and the Time Room – which is overflowing with a variety of Time-Turners and unique timekeeping devices.”
More on Epic Universe:
- Sneak Peek of the Animated Figures in Dark Universe’s Signature Attraction
- Universal Orlando Showcases Epic Universe at NYCC
- Epic Universe opens May 22, 2025 and tickets are now on sale.
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