Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America

In January, I visited the Mall of America with my daughters and was so excited to learn that the indoor theme park was now the themed Nickelodeon Universe! My daughters are Dora's biggest fans, and they were in Nick Jr. heaven!

If you are planning a visit to the Mall of America with little ones, you may want to block out an entire day for Nickelodeon Universe.

My youngest daughter (16 months) couldn't do much, but she stayed pretty content just trying to soak in all of the familiar images around her. Of course, her word of the day was Dora, which she shouted every time she saw her. My two-year-old surprised me by being quite the little dare-devil, and asking to ride everything!

I can't wait until our next visit so that I can bring my boys. They were pretty disappointed they missed out on the fun!

If you are taking toddlers you may want to consider going on Tuesday for Toddler Tuesday, because they have special coupons and toddlers east free at participating restaurants!

This Trip's Highlights:

• Parents Ride FREE on any rise where a child cannot ride alone. This is great for parents who are alone with little ones and wouldn't get to ride anything or wouldn't want to! I don't know any parent who wants to pay to ride kiddie rides :).
  
• The park is super clean, has spacious walkways (for easy stroller navigation), and the staff members are polite and friendly!
  
• The restrooms are clean, easy to find, and have changing tables and toddler seats (I love those seats because they can save you from some pretty embarrassing "toddler opens the door before your ready" moments!).
  
• This park is worth every penny (if you are buying the wrist band) because the rides are fun, the characters are great, and your kids will enjoy every minute.

Nickelodeon Universe Prices:

Unlimited Ride Wrist Band $29.95

Host a birthday party and the Birthday child is FREE!

- Military gets $10 off wrist band (just show military id)

- Save money with these awesome discounts.

NOTE: Adults ride FREE on any ride where the child cannot ride alone

Points: Start at a little over $1 per point - The more you purchase the more you save

~ Each ride has a point value (I personally think this is only a good deal if you are only interested in riding 1 or 2 rides, or have very little time to spend at the park)

Unlimited Ride Wristband $37.99 save $2 when you buy online
Unlimited Rides & Attractions $46.99
They now offer packages that include experiences at Crayola, the Aquarium, Escape Room and more.

~ Get a 5-hour wristband for $14.99 during Toddler Tuesday

 Dutchman Deck Adventure Course: (must be 48" or 42" with an adult) $14.99

Nick Universe Character Meet & Greet

If your child has a favorite Nickelodeon or Nick Jr. character, you may want to check out the Meet & Greet schedule. From the looks of the schedule, the best days to visit are Fri- Sunday if you're looking to snag some photos of your child with their favorite TV pal!

They also have special events with characters who wouldn't normally be there.

Nickelodeon Universe Height Requirements:

36" Height Requirement: (Some Exceptions)

• Big Rigs (3 Points) *
• Blue's Skidoo (3 Points) *
• La Adventura De Azul (3 Points) *
• Wonder Pets Flyboat (3 Points)
• Pineapple Poppers (3 Points) {No one over 58"}
• Rugrats Reptarmobiles (3 Points) {No one over 52"}
  * Can ride at any height if riding with a chaperone (who rides free)

42" Height Requirement : (Some Exceptions)

• Back at the Barnyard Coaster (3 points)*
• Guppy Bubbler (3 Points)*
• Carousel (3 Points) *
• Diego's Rescue Bus (3 Points)*
• El Circulo Del Cielo (4 Points & everyone must pay) *
• Ghost Blasters (6 Points)*
  * Can ride at any height if riding with a chaperone (who rides free)
• Danny Phantom Ghost Zone (5 Points)
• Splat-O-Sphere (6 points)
• Swiper's Sweeper (3 points)
• Paw Patrol Adventure Bay (6 Points) {No one over 52"}
  * Can ride at any height if riding with a chaperone (who rides free)

47" Height Requirement (Some Exceptions)

• Backyardigans Swing-along (3 Points)
  47" Alone w/out a harness, 43" Alone w/ a harness, or 39" w/ an adult
• Fairly Odd Coaster (6 points)
  43" with an adult
• Jimmy Neutron's Atomic Collider (5 Points)
• Log Chute (6 Points)
  36" with an adult
• Pepsi Orange Streak (6 Points)
  42" with an adult

48" Height Requirement (Some Exceptions)

• Avatar Airbender (6 Points)
• Crazy Cars  (4 Points)
  42" with an adult
• Spongebob Squarepants Rock Bottom Plunge (6 Points)
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shell Shock (6 Points)
• Brian Surge (6 points)

Nickelodeon Universe Dutchman's Deck & Mini Golf :

• Dutchman's Deck is $17.99 and you must be 48"
• Minigolf Rock of Ages Blacklight Course is $11.99 and you have to be 36"
• Moose Minigolf Course is $11.99 with no height requirements

Has your family had the pleasure of visiting Nickelodeon Universe? If so, what did you think? Feel free to ask any questions you may have in the comment section.

Looking for more fun things to do with your kids? Check out these fun attractions:

• Orlando Balloon Rides
• Disney World
• Sea World
• Coco Key Indoor Water Park