Universal Studios Singapore sits inside Resorts World Sentosa on Sentosa island, and the operator bills it as the first and only Universal Studios theme park in Southeast Asia. It packs seven themed zones around a central lagoon, from Hollywood Boulevard to a Jurassic Park jungle and Shrek’s castle. This guide covers the zones and main rides, how Universal Express works, hours and closures, and how to get there, so you can plan one good day.
Know before you go
- Where: Resorts World Sentosa, 30 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098140.
- Hours: 10 AM to 8 PM on the day we checked; hours change by date, so see the park calendar.
- Zones: Hollywood, New York, Sci-Fi City, Ancient Egypt, The Lost World, Far Far Away and Minion Land.
- Skip the queue: Universal Express (one use at each participating ride) or Universal Express 3 (any three rides), bought on top of a park ticket.
- Getting there: Sentosa Express monorail from VivoCity, next to HarbourFront MRT.
- Tickets: buy on the official Resorts World Sentosa site; prices vary by date.
- Last checked: 2 November 2026.
In this Article
The seven zones and what to ride
The park is laid out in a loop around a lagoon, so you can walk the zones in order and come back to where you started. Height limits apply on many rides, and the official site lists them on each ride page.
Hollywood
You enter along Hollywood Boulevard, with its Walk of Fame. This zone is mostly shows and meet and greets, such as Mel’s Mixtape and appearances by Sanrio characters. The Universal Fireworks Spectacular finale is also listed under Hollywood.
New York
Streets styled on movie New York. The main ride is Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase. Lights, Camera, Action! recreates a hurricane hitting New York on a sound stage.
Sci-Fi City
This is the thrill zone. TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle puts you alongside Optimus Prime in a 3D battle. Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLON is a pair of coasters where you pick a side. Accelerator is a space-themed ride that the park says will test your balance.
Ancient Egypt
Set in 1920s Egypt. Revenge of the Mummy is an indoor coaster in near total darkness. Treasure Hunters is a gentler ride through the desert sets.
The Lost World
Jurassic Park and WaterWorld share this zone. Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure is a raft ride where you will likely get wet. Canopy Flyer takes you above the jungle, Dino-Soarin’ is a gentle ride for kids, and WaterWorld is a stunt show on water.
Far Far Away
Shrek’s kingdom, with a big castle as its centrepiece. Puss In Boots’ Giant Journey is a roller coaster, Enchanted Airways flies you on Donkey’s Dragon over the forest, and Magic Potion Spin is a mini Ferris wheel. Shows include Donkey Live.
Minion Land
Based on Illumination’s Despicable Me. Despicable Me Minion Mayhem is a ride through Gru’s lab. Buggie Boogie is a Minion dance party carousel, and Silly Swirly spins you above Super Silly Fun Land and the lagoon.
Universal Express
Universal Express lets you skip the regular queue once at each participating ride and show. Universal Express 3 lets you skip the queue once at any three participating rides and shows. Both include priority entry to the park through a dedicated lane, but only during the first two hours of operation. Passes are dated and valid only on the date you pick, and you can only add one to your cart after a park ticket.
Express is most useful on weekends and school holidays, when queues for the big rides get long. On a quiet weekday you may not need it.
Hours and temporary closures
On the day we checked, the park was open from 10 AM to 8 PM. Hours change by date, so check the calendar on the official site for your day.
Rides and shows close for maintenance from time to time. The official closure page for November 2026 lists, for example:
| Attraction | Closed |
|---|---|
| Lights, Camera, Action! | 16 September to 8 November 2026 |
| Treasure Hunters | 12 October to 29 November 2026 |
| Hollywood Pantages Theatre | 3 to 10 November 2026 |
| Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase | 11 to 24 November 2026 |
| Ready, Set, Rescue! | 11 to 22 November 2026 |
These dates can change. The park says Universal Express is still sold at the regular price during closures, so check the closure page before you buy.
How to get to Universal Studios Singapore
The easiest way is the Sentosa Express monorail. Take the MRT to HarbourFront, walk into VivoCity mall and go to Lobby L, Level 3. Sentosa says the first train runs at 7 am and the last at 12 am. You can also walk in over the Sentosa Boardwalk from VivoCity Lobby F, Level 1, though part of it has been closed for works, so check the Sentosa transport page first. By taxi, the recommended drop-off is the B1 Casino Entrance at Resorts World Sentosa.
Tips for the day
- Arrive before opening so you are near the front when the gates open.
- Do the big rides in Sci-Fi City and Ancient Egypt early, before queues build.
- Keep the Jurassic Park rapids for the hot part of the afternoon, and carry a change of clothes or a poncho.
- Download the Universal Studios Singapore app for show times and closure updates.
- Check each ride’s height limit before you promise a child a turn.
Plan the rest of your trip
A day at the park fits easily into a short Singapore break. See our 4 day Singapore itinerary for the rest of the city, and our Singapore visa guide for Indians before you book flights.
FAQ
### What are the Universal Studios Singapore timings? On 2 November 2026 the park listed 10 AM to 8 PM. Hours vary by date, so check the official calendar.
### How many zones are there? Seven: Hollywood, New York, Sci-Fi City, Ancient Egypt, The Lost World, Far Far Away and Minion Land.
### Is Universal Express worth it? It saves the most time on weekends and holidays. It works once per participating ride, or on any three rides with Express 3, and is valid only on the date you choose.
### How do I get to Universal Studios Singapore? Take the MRT to HarbourFront, then the Sentosa Express monorail from VivoCity, Lobby L, Level 3.
### Are any rides closed right now? The park publishes temporary closures each month. Check the official closure page before your visit.
Official resources: Universal Studios Singapore (Resorts World Sentosa); Universal Express; Getting to Sentosa
Photo credits
Featured image: Jakub Hałun / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0; The seven zones and what to ride: Ivan Bandura / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0; New York: Lunita28mx / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0; New York: Lunita28mx / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0; Sci-Fi City: Jakub Hałun / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0; Sci-Fi City: Battlestar_Galactica_at_night_-_Universal_Studios_Singapore.jpg: Ronnie Liew derivative work: Themeparkgc (talk) / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0; The Lost World: Freddo / Wikimedia Commons, CC0; Far Far Away: Jakub Hałun / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0; Far Far Away: shinando86 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0; How to get to Universal Studios Singapore: LN9267 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0; Tips for the day: Rojypala / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
