Ministry of Magic at Universal Epic Universe - Exploring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
When you enter through the most magical portal in Epic Universe, you’ll find yourself in 1920s Paris. It’s a place where the Wizarding World and the Muggle world overlap. After stepping through the towering Phoenix Arch, you’ll arrive at Place Cachée, a hidden, wizarding district inspired by Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
The Main Attraction: Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry
After wandering through wizarding Paris, step into the Floo Network to travel to 1990s London. It’s a big day in Wizarding World history.
In Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, Dolores Umbridge is facing trial for her crimes against Muggle-borns, until she escapes with a few Death Eaters. Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Umbridge’s house-elf Higgledy need your help to stop her from finding a Time-Turner in the Department of Mysteries and restoring Voldemort’s reign.
This new attraction has a 40 inch height requirement and takes guests through multiple departments of the Ministry, combining thrilling movement and detailed storytelling that makes you feel like part of the fight.
Entertainment and Experiences
Le Cirque Arcanus
Posters around Place Cachée invite you to Le Cirque Arcanus, a once-famous magical circus now plotting its big comeback. Ringmaster Skender has stolen Newt Scamander’s suitcase of creatures, and it’s up to you to help his assistant Gwenlyn rescue them before it’s too late.
This live show combines performers, puppets, and special effects in the first fully immersive theatrical experience in the Wizarding World.
Character Encounters
As you explore, you’ll meet Beauxbatons students, Hogwarts and Ilvermorny exchange visitors, and even a French Auror keeping an eye on suspicious activity. There’s also a trio of street musicians traveling with their adorable puffskein, Plume.
Keep an eye on the shop windows, magical creatures are hiding everywhere. You might even spot a Niffler trying to stash a gold bar.
Environmental Magic
Talking portraits will hold real conversations with you, and new interactive wand locations will let you cast spells around the streets of Wizarding Paris. Look for Bowtruckles, enchanted objects, and hidden surprises throughout the land.
Dining in Wizarding Paris
Café L’air De La Sirène
A charming Parisian café with French-inspired dishes served all day. Inside, you’ll find carved marble, art nouveau mosaics, and an impressive display of nearly 2,000 croquembouches. Dine inside or outside and use the Universal Orlando app to mobile order right from your table.
Le Gobelet Noir
In the quieter corners of Place Cachée, dark witches and wizards gather at this moody tavern for soups, salads, and hearty entrées. Look closely, the décor hides references to the Deathly Hallows and Grindelwald.
Bar Moonshine
This small bar is a favorite for Ilvermorny alumni and visiting Quidditch fans. Stop in for themed beers, cocktails, and wizarding Americana.
Bièraubeurre Cart
No Wizarding World visit is complete without a Butterbeer. Stop by the cart for a frothy mug of the famous butterscotch-and-shortbread drink.
Shopping in Place Cachée
Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique
This elegant wand shop is the centerpiece of Place Cachée. Artisan wandmaker Cosme Acajor crafts couture-style wands displayed in a chandelier of 800 crystal wands. You’ll also find familiar British imports alongside her exclusive French creations.
Tour En Floo
After your adventure through the Ministry, visit this shop for themed souvenirs, wands, and the new Auror apparel line.
Les Galeries Mirifiques
A department store filled with wizarding school uniforms, gear, and magical memorabilia.
K. Rammelle
A sweet shop where every treat feels like a spell in itself.
Don’t Miss
If you only have a limited time, make sure to:
Ride Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry
Watch Le Cirque Arcanus
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic brings an entirely new level of storytelling to Universal Orlando. Between the art nouveau architecture, spell-casting streets, and immersive attractions, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped straight into a magical world hidden inside our own.
