Universal front of line pass - necessary in October?

[Piglet99645]

I've never been to Universal Studios.

Considering one or two days in US Hollywood in October, during the week.

Do you think I need to spring for the front of line pass?

My choices for a family of 4 are:

A discounted three day pass through Tickets at Work (we could go a 2nd or 3rd day if we liked it) for $300

or

A one day front of line purchased directly from Universal for $520.

I'm inclined to save the $220....... but looking for input. Thanks!

P.

 

[BensDaddy]

I'm curious about this too, although we are going the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Front of the line is really spendy... But I suppose if it is worthwhile, then so be it.

 

[lcasa]

I had an AP 3 years ago - and saw a lot of people waste money on those passes. I don't think you'll need one on a weekday in October - and 2 days is PLENTY to see it all even with some lines - there isn't that much as long as you organize according to the entertainment schedule.
Go downstairs first -everyone else heads for the trams right away.
Hours may be short for the Halloween haunt though - so get there at opening.

For thanksgiving time it might be a different story - that's very crowded at DL -unsure about Universal. But it might be possible to add one on after you go inside - would be worth researching.

 

[StageTek]

I agree with Icasa.

October during the week you will not need front of the line passes. However, Sunday after Thanksgving is CRAZY busy.

 

[Piglet99645]

Thanks......

WE ended up opting for Florida in October instead of California....... but nevertheless I always appreciate the helpful responses here!

 

[razza1987]

I was wondering this same question about early March. anyone know what crowds are like there in March?


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[BensDaddy]

I went ahead and reserved the front of line passes. It's only money. They'll print more.

 

[greenkai3000]

How about the 2nd weekend in December? What are crowds like? Is school out in L.A. then? What rides should we do first? thanks!

 

[StageTek]

I was wondering this same question about early March. anyone know what crowds are like there in March?

Quite low.

 

[tinkerbelt]

Universal generally has really low crowds outside of peak season. It's also a small park, with fewer attractions than Disney or Sea World. You can pretty easily do everything there in one day during off peak season, even on a weekend.