From the Universal Orlando Resort Blog:

One of the best parts of a Universal Orlando Resort vacation is never knowing who you might run into while roaming the streets. This complete guide to all of the characters at Universal Orlando Resort will help you know exactly where to find your favorite friends. Just think about how great your Instagram will look with all of these famous faces!

Discover the comprehensive guide to character meet-and-greets at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure below, plus some bonus character dining opportunities!

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA

Minions

The most mischievous guests you’ll find in Universal Studios Florida come to us straight from Illumination’s blockbuster Despicable Me franchise.

Pro tip: Minions love dance parties as much as they love mayhem!

Location: The exit of Despicable Me Minion Mayhem inside the Super Silly Stuff store

Welcome to Despicable Me Family!

Don’t miss out! Gru and his adorable three girls –Margo, Edith and Agnes—are here to join you for the most despicably delightful photo of your visit.

Location: Superstar Parade

Meet Vector

Gru’s archnemesis Vector wants to meet you (well, that and take his place as the world’s greatest super-villain…)

Location: Superstar Parade

The Simpson Family: Homer, Bart, Marge, Lisa and Maggie 

We KNOW you’re ready for a run-in with America’s favorite family from the longest-running primetime scripted show in television history.

Location: Springfield, U.S.A. near The Simpsons Ride

Krusty the Clown and Sideshow Bob

Meet the mischievious clown and his sidekick… straight from The Simpsons television show, one of the most groundbreaking and innovative entertainment franchises, recognizable throughout the world.

Location: Springfield, U.S.A. near The Simpsons Ride

Knight Bus Conductor

Next to the Knight Bus, which stranded witches and wizards use for emergency transport, you can chat with the bus conductor and the talkative shrunken head hanging over the steering wheel.

Location: Next to the Knight Bus in London near The Wizarding World of Harry Potter –Diagon Alley

Gringotts Goblin

Before trading in your cash for Gringotts bank notes, ask him a question and see what he has to say.

Location: Diagon Alley inside Gringotts Money Exchange

Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron

One at a time, these stars of the Transformers movies will come out and actually talk to you.

Location: Production Central near the exit of TRANSFORMERS: The Ride 3-D

Hashtag the Panda

Jimmy Fallon’s pal is here and ready to mingle.

Location: Inside Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon

SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, and Squidward Tentacles

They live under the sea, but they’re here to celebrate with you.

Location: SpongeBob StorePants in Woody Woodpecker’s Kid Zone; Superstar Parade

Shaggy, Scooby-Doo, and the Gang

Come find this crew whenever you need a mystery solved or a bad guy unmasked.

Location: Hollywood Blvd. near Brown Derby Hat Shop

Doc Brown

It’s time to go Back to the Future with this eccentric inventor.

Location: The entrance of Springfield, U.S.A. near the DeLorean, and Hollywood Blvd.

Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey

SomeBODY once told me this was the best place to say hi to Duloc’s finest.

Location: Production Central near Shrek 4-D

Lucille Ball

Tell Lucy just how much you love her.

Location: Hollywood Blvd.

Marilyn

Snap a photo with this starlet in her iconic white dress.

Location: Hollywood Blvd.; New York after the Marilyn and Diamond Bellas show

Beetlejuice

You don’t have to say his name three times, this guy just loves hanging out here anyway.

Location: Hollywood Blvd.near Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show

Betty Boop

You might also spot this classic cartoon bombshell.

Location: Hollywood Blvd.

Hello Kitty

You can never have too many friends! And she cant wait to meet all of you!

Location: Hollywood Blvd. near Hello Kitty Store

Mummy Guards

These tall performers serve up serious looks all day long.

Location: New York near Revenge of the Mummy

Penguins of Madagascar

These schemers are ready for their close up.

Location: Hollywood Blvd. near Garden of Allah

Dora, Diego, Boots, and Baby Jaguar

This crew from the popular kids’ show Dora the Explorer is always up for adventure.

Location: Superstar Parade

Barney and Friends

Come meet and sing-along with your favorite purple dinosaur.

Location: Woody Woodpecker’s Kid Zone near A Day in the Park with Barney

Cabby

There to welcome you into the park, this guy also takes photos in front of his bright yellow taxi.

Location: Universal Studios Florida entrance

Bonus: Universal’s Superstar Parade

One of the easiest ways to catch a ton of Universal characters is at Universal Studios Florida’s Superstar Parade. Every day, the streets of the park are transformed into a giant stage for interactive experiences with all of your favorites: SpongeBob SquarePants, Max and Duke from The Secret Life of Pets, Gru and the Minions, Dora and Diego, and more! Check your park map for times.

ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE

Hogwarts Express Conductor

The amiable conductor of Hogwarts’ famous train is here to greet you.

Location: Next to the Hogwarts Express right inside the entrance to Hogsmeade

Students of Beauxbatons and Durmstrang

The Triwizard Spirit Rally gives you a chance to meet these visitors from other wizarding schools.

Location: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade near Flight of the Hippogriff

Marvel Super Heroes: Spider-Man, Captain America, Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm, and Rogue

Who doesn’t want to hang out with these heroes?

Location: Marvel Super Hero Island

Marvel Super Villains: Green Goblin, Dr. Doom

When the heroes are away, the villains come out to play.

Location: Marvel Super Hero Island

Jurassic Park Raptors 

Experience Raptor Encounter! But be careful… these beauties bite.

Location: Jurassic Park

Po

Kung Fu Panda’s affable title character will show you some kung fu moves.

Location: Port of Entry

Puss in Boots

A friend of Shrek and Donkey’s, this swash-buckling kitten is ready for his close-up.

Location: Port of Entry

Alex the Lion

From the Madagascar films, Alex is a showman who will most certainly pose with you.

Location: Port of Entry

Betty Boop

You can also find this classic cartoon bombshell on this side of the Universe.

Location: Toon Lagoon near The Betty Boop Store

Popeye and Olive Oyl

Bring on the spinach. The sailor man and his sweetheart can pack a punch.

Location: Toon Lagoon

Dr. Seuss Characters: The Grinch, Cat in the Hat, Thing 1 and Thing 2, Sam I Am, and The Lorax

Spend some time with Dr. Seuss’s most beloved characters.

Location: Seuss Landing, after the Oh! The Stories You’ll Hear show

CHARACTER DINING

Want to do some extra schmoozing with your favorites? Or maybe you just want to ensure you get to meet the character of your dreams. Share a meal with Universal characters at one of the following dining events.

In-Park and Seasonal Character Dining require reservations.

In-Park Character Dining:

• Marvel Character Dining
  Characters: Captain America. Spider-Man, Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm and Rogue
  Dinner Thursdays – Sundays (5:00 – 7:00pm)
  Location: Cafe 4 in Islands of Adventure

Hotel Character Dining:

Put a little mayhem in your meal! No reservations required, but dining tickets must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance.

• Loews Royal Pacific Resort
  Characters from Despicable Me 
  Saturday Seating at 8:00am, 9:30am, and 11:00am
  Location:The Tahitian room

Seasonal Character Dining:

• Halloween Horror Nights Scareactor Dining Experience
  Characters: Monsters and maniacs from Halloween Horror Nights
  Dinner on select event nights
  Location: Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe in Universal Studios Florida
• The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast
  Characters: The Grinch
  Breakfast on select mornings in November and December
  Location: Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous in Islands of Adventure

And please note: appearance of characters listed is subject to change without notice, and not all characters listed are guaranteed to appear at the same time, or on the same day.

That’s it! All you need to know about the endearing cast of characters at Universal Orlando Resort. Who are you most looking forward to meeting on your next trip?