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What Characters Can You See at Epic Universe? – List and Locations

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It doesn’t matter how old you are, meeting your favorite characters when at a theme park is always a blast. Universal Epic Universe is opening soon and promises a whole slate of new and exciting charter experiences. However, finding them can sometimes be challenging.

Get your camera and autograph book ready because we did the work for you, sharing where you can meet your favorite characters.

Make sure to double check the Universal Orlando Resort App when you visit the parks because the character interactions can change. The app will also tell you current wait times.

What Characters Can You See at Epic Universe? - List and Locations
Super Nintendo World Characters – Image from Universal Orlando App

Where to Meet Characters at Epic Universe

Epic Universe provides the perfect balance between kid-friendly lands and some sophisticated, thrilling places for adults. Everyone is going to love these Epic Universe characters, so let's see where you can find them!

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™

Prepare to step into the vibrant world of Nintendo! SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ brings your favorite video game characters to life.

Get ready to be starstruck as you come face-to-face with the legendary Mario, his ever-loyal brother Luigi, the graceful Princess Peach, the endlessly cheerful Toad, and the mighty Donkey Kong! These beloved characters are waiting to share smiles, pose for photos, and make your visit an unforgettable adventure.

What Characters Can You See at Epic Universe? - List and Locations
Meet Princess Peach – Image from Universal Orlando App

Super Mario Characters Location:

  • Princess Peach – Near the entrance to Super Mario Land, on your right a few steps after walking through the portal
  • Mario and Luigi – Near the center of Super Mario Land, in front of the Yoshi's Adventure bridge, on right handside
  • Donkey Kong – Inside Kong Country within Super Mario Land, to the right near entrance of Kong Country

How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk

Visit the Haddock Paddock at the Isle of Berk and meet Toothless and Hiccup. Keep your eyes peeled because you may meet Astrid with Stormfly, and other favorite Vikings and dragons around Berk. You might even catch dragons flying high overhead!

What Characters Can You See at Epic Universe? - List and Locations
Meet Toothless and Hiccup Map – Image from Universal Orlando App

Location: Hiccup and Toothless are near the boat ride, once you enter Isle of Berk, head to the back right corner

Dark Universe

Visit Darkmoor Village and meet its inhabitants, including Frankenstein’s Monster and his Bride; Ygor; The Invisible Man; a courageous monster hunter; or a musician who may regale you with songs about the village. Feel free to say hello and take photos with them. But beware. You never know who – or what – may be lurking in the shadows.

Dark Universe Character Location in Universal App
Dark Universe Character Location in Universal App

Location: On the left side a few steps after entering Dark Universe.

Know Before You Go

  • Theme park admission is required to enter these lands since they are inside Epic Universe.
  • Single day tickets require a few extra steps – here's how to find them.
  • Character appearances are at scheduled intervals during specific hours and generally end a few hours before the park closes.
  • Check the Universal Orlando Resort App when you visit the parks because the character interactions can change. The app will also tell you current wait times.
  • Expected crowds for the first few months after Epic Universe opens.