The towering lighthouse with the blazing fire at the top, modeled after the ancient lighthouse of Pharos in Alexandria, Egypt, marks the gates to Islands of Adventure and the beginning of your adventure.
Through these gates lies Port of Entry, a sort of storytelling experience that combines evocative architecture and haunting music. Universal’s scenic designers have outdone themselves on this one. To centuries old Venice, they’ve added images of Istanbul, a soupçon of Samarkand, a touch of Timbuktu, and a dash of Denpassar to create a ravishingly beautiful example of fantasy architecture. Hurry through in the morning if you must, but if you are among the last to leave the park, you should really linger in Port of Entry and drink in the atmosphere.
Port Amenities
Before The Gate
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Restrooms
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ATM
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Group Sales
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Electronic Ticketing - Pick up tickets through an ATM Style Ticket Booth using a credit card.
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Will Call - Pick up tickets if you have them waiting for you
Right of Entrance
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First aid
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Guest Relations - Information or Complaints
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Lost and found
Left of Entrance
Area Dining
Confisco Grille
Food: This uniquely themed full-service restaurant features an eclectic décor with unusual objects from each of the theme park’s five Islands “confiscated” by Port of Entry officials and placed on display. The menu features char-grilled steaks, burgers, salads and great desserts. Full bar and Happy Hour daily from 3:00 – 5:00 pm.
Type: Casual Full Service
Reservations: Accepted. Call Islands of Adventure Reservations at (407)224-4012
Serving: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner daily, plus Character Breakfast until 10:30am each Thursday through Sunday.
Croissant Moon Bakery
Food: The perfect way to begin your adventure! Stop in for fresh baked pastries, muffins, breakfast sandwiches, desserts, cookies, specialty sandwiches, and the best coffee and cappuccino on the Islands.
Type: Counter Service
Serving: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner daily
Cinnabon
Food: Satisfy your sweet tooth with world famous Cinnabon Classics, Minibons, Caramel Pecanbons and Cinnabon Stix, all fresh baked throughout the day.
Type: Walk-up Service
Serving: Park Open to Park Close daily
Arctic Express
Food: Specializing in Funnel Cakes, the Artic Express is a great spot for an exciting Funnel Cake delight with Strawberries or Chocolate sauce.
Type: Walk-up Service
Serving: 11:00am to Park Close daily
Area Shops
Islands of Adventure Trading Company -The best goods and merchandise from each of the park’s Islands has been collected here for your convenience: character apparel, hats, jewelry, gifts, toys, plus Islands of Adventure logo products.
De Foto’s Expedition Photography - Whether you’re an expert shutterbug or you forget to take the lens cap off, this is a must-stop for all your film and camera needs. The shop is the park’s photo pick-up location, and also sells picture frames and movie posters.
Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe - Happy holidays! It’s Christmas 365 days a year at this shop featuring colorful ornaments, lights and Yuletide decorations.
Island Market & Export Candy Shoppe - If there’s a sweeter spot on the entire planet, we haven’t found it. Stock up on homemade fudge, caramel apples, cookies, chocolate, candy and more. You’ll find Universal apparel and souvenirs for sale as well.
Ocean Trader Market - Exotic merchandise from around the globe including sarongs from India, dresses, hats, scarves, jewelry, decorative kites, Indonesian wood carvings, metal sculptures from Thailand and other artwork.
Port Provisions - A discount store selling items from the park at 50% - 75% off, located at the parks exit.