The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Details Released for Universal Epic Universe

Ok, as a Harry Potter fan, this latest announcement for the final land of Universal Epic Universe has me just super excited. That’s because we finally got to learn more about what to expect when stepping inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic. This is just one of five worlds that’s part of Epic Universe that opens in 2025.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic is set in wizarding Paris from the Fantastic Beasts films AND the British Ministry of Magic from the Harry Potter film series! So, that’s double the Ministry of Magic fun. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic includes fantastical dining, whimsical retail, spellbinding entertainment and the most ambitious, groundbreaking ride Universal has ever created. (Wait….what?! Sign me up NOW!!)

Stepping Into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic

Once Guests step through this land’s portal, they will first journey from a Muggle park in Paris into 1920’s Place Cachée. This is a hidden, bustling shopping district in wizarding Paris. It is lined with Haussmannian buildings, shops, sidewalk cafés, and historic Parisian domes rising in the distance. Here, wizards and non-magiques alike will see majestic grandeur and enchanting ambiance of the city. They’ll be able to cast spells throughout the magical streets using interactive wands, much like you can in the other Wizarding Worlds. They will also be able to encounter fantastic beasts at a traveling circus. Oh and, for the first time ever within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, travel across countries and time to 1990s London using the Métro-Floo for a thrilling adventure set inside the British version of the Ministry of Magic.

Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Attractions

Here’s what Guests will be able to experience when stepping into this magical land:

•  Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry – With its 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. Oh and it will be one of its most impressive attractions to date. 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. When Guests arrive, they will enter the Ministry’s just incredible, jaw-dropping grand atrium. 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.

•  Le Cirque Arcanus – For the first time ever in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, guests will enjoy a live, full-scale theatre experience in the heart of the land with Le Cirque Arcanus. This spectacular show features live performers and aerialists, amazing puppetry, brilliant special effects and more. The show will take guests on a whirlwind journey where they’ll encounter fantastic beasts like never before. The show follows Ringmaster Skender. He has stolen Newt Scamander’s suitcase – where Demiguise, Diricawl, Mooncalves and more reside. His goal is to try and bring the failing Le Cirque Arcanus back to its former glory. It’s then up to circus employee Gwenlyn to rescue these creatures before they end up in Skender’s greedy hands forever.

•  Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique – Guests can shop some of the world’s finest wands designed by esteemed artisan wandmaker, Cosme Acajor, in the premier Parisian wand shop, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique. In addition to popular imports from Ollivanders, visitors will find a selection of exquisite wands packaged in unique three-sided boxes – each containing a list of locations throughout the wizarding world where guests can practice casting spells.

•  Inspiring Wand Magic – As guests explore the streets of wizarding Paris, they can use their interactive wands to create magical experiences. They will be able to cast spells at various locations, interact with fantastic beasts such as Nifflers, Bowtruckles and a Demiguise, and engage with enchanted objects in many of the storefront windows plus other areas throughout the marvelous Place Cachée.

•  Captivating Entertainment – While exploring the streets of Place Cachée, Guests will also encounter others from the wizarding world. These will include exchange students from the Hogwarts and Ilvermorny Schools of Witchcraft and Wizardry. There will also be an Auror from the Ministère des Affaires Magiques de la France who roams inquiring of suspicious characters. Guests will even find talking portraits of wizards who engage with locals about the happenings in Place Cachée, and more.

Dining

Guests will be able to enjoy delicious international fare

•  Café L’Air De La Sirène – A wonder of French architecture adorned with fabulous carved marble and details of fantastic beasts hidden in the tile and mosaic designs. Café L’air De La Sirène is a charming café where Guests can delight in French sandwiches, plats du jour and desserts.

•  Le Gobelet Noir – In the shadowy corners of Place Cachée is a mysterious timeworn auberge, where international Dark witches and wizards gather to escape the prying eyes of the Paris Ministry and have a hearty meal over hushed conversation. Menu offerings include starters such as soups and salads as well as a variety of entrées and desserts.

•  Bar Moonshine – American witches and wizards can enjoy a taste of home at Bar Moonshine. Here they’ll find exclusive beers, wines and cocktails served amid U.S. Quidditch team pennants and other items of wizarding Americana.

•  Bièraubeurre Cart – No visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is complete without Butterbeer! Guests can stop by the Bièraubeurre cart during their visit to Place Cachée where they can grab a delicious mug of the fan-favorite beverage.

Shopping

Guests will be able to shop for souvenirs and merchandise during their visit to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at highly-themed retail locations, including:

•  Guests can also shop for wizarding gear and memorabilia in Les Galeries Mirifiques. They can also satisfy their sweet tooth at the French confectionary shop, K. Rammelle. Or they can make a stop for Ministry of Magic-inspired items at the Métro-Floo gift shop, Tour En Floo.

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Take a look at the full land here:

To prepare for Dark Universe, Guests can now purchase a variety of new merchandise themed to the new land. You can find it at the Universal Epic Universe Preview Center in Universal CityWalk.

Want to learn more about the lands of Epic Universe? We’ve got info about Celestial Park, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, Super Nintendo World and Dark Universe.

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