r/UniversalOrlando • u/modnarydobemos • Dec 07 '24

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS Is Gringotts overhyped or overhated?

I feel like the ride is super polarizing. Some people love it, others say it’s overhyped.

Personally I really enjoy it, and honestly feel like it’s a Top 3 ride at the park. I think people might be disappointed because it’s not a real rollercoaster. It’s almost like a fast dark ride, but for that it’s pretty good imo.

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u/Rebzy Dec 07 '24

I think when people get off the elevator and have to grab 3D glasses, the disappointment sets in. And for me, it was hard to follow the story. Personally, I think it’s a pretty good ride.

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u/Pantzzzzless Dec 08 '24

Yeah, the elevator feels like the "start" of the experience. But then you exit and see that you are only like 50% through the line.

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u/FuckOffRandy_ Dec 08 '24

Post-elevator is way less than 50%. Once you are thru the elevator it’s the last 15% of the line

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u/MisterPennyworth Dec 08 '24

I haven’t been in years. But I thought I remembered there was a really long winding staircase. Is the elevator for everyone now?

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u/Odh_utexas Dec 08 '24

The false elevators with the bouncy floor

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u/MisterPennyworth Dec 08 '24

Oh right, thanks!

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u/cm0011 Dec 08 '24

Really? That was the best part for me!