A First Look at Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Attraction
By Rikki
Ok….I know I say this a lot, but this seriously looks epic! Today, we got our first look inside the new attraction for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry. This new Universal Epic Universe honestly looks next level!
What To Expect With The Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Attraction
Here’s what the attraction is about:
Featuring a unique combination of massive environments, powerful storytelling and first-of-its-kind ride technology, Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry builds upon the historic theme park innovation Universal is known for. The adventure begins when guests travel by Métro-Floo – a unique mode of wizarding transit inspired by the iconic Floo Network seen in the films – to journey from wizarding Paris to the British Ministry of Magic for the long-awaited trial of the infamous Dolores Umbridge.
From there, they will get to experience other departments before boarding magical, omnidirectional lifts to watch the trial take place. That is until Umbridge attempts to escape. Guests then join Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger and a house-elf named Higgledy in a thrilling chase.
This adventure will propel them up, down, forward, backward, sideways and more throughout the Ministry as they try to capture Umbridge. Oh and this will all be while dodging attacks from Death Eaters, rampaging creatures and more along the way.
What Else Can We Expect?
Here is a closer look at some of the highly immersive details and environments guests will find in Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry:
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. This will be a unique mode of transportation inspired by the 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 grand atrium of the Ministry of Magic will truly be jaw-dropping. It comes to life in all its grandeur and serves as the queue for the attraction. Guests will find a restored Fountain of Magical Brethren statue, the enchanted weather ceiling, Ministry offices from floor to ceiling and many more intricate details. 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. And yes, this office will be just as over-the-top as the woman. It will feature 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 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 go on a thrilling chase to catch Umbridge. Yep, she’s attempting to escape her trial. Guests will also soar through the Magical Archives. This will be a cavernous library filled with towering cabinets that hold centuries of Ministry archives and wizarding documents. They’ll also see the Department of Magical Creatures – where creatures have escaped and are running amuck. Finally, they’ll catch a glimpse of the Time Room – which is overflowing with Time-Turners and unique timekeeping devices.
About the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
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