Big changes are underway at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure, as the park begins clearing out a significant portion of The Lost Continent, a land that has been slowly fading into the background over the past several years. This signnals the end of an era and sparking speculation about what’s coming next.
The demolition permit, filed in early September 2025, covers approximately 4.9 acres of theme park real estate, including several structures long closed to the public. This includes:
Poseidon’s Fury, a special-effects walkthrough attraction that closed in May 2023.
The Eighth Voyage of Sinbad, a stunt show that permanently closed in 2018.
Adjacent retail and show buildings no longer in use.
However, the popular Mythos Restaurant is not included in the demolition plans and will remain open.
The Lost Continent has long been on the decline. Once a flagship land filled with original storytelling and special effects, the area lost relevance as Universal leaned heavily into intellectual property (IP) experiences. With the closure of its two main attractions, what remained was largely theming, a few snack stands, and Mythos.
Universal’s focus in recent years has shifted to immersive lands based on well-known franchises —such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Jurassic World, and the recent launch of Epic Universe. The decision to clear this land suggests that something much bigger is on the horizon.
While Universal has confirmed that demolition will begin “in the coming months,” it has not revealed what will replace the Lost Continent area. No official announcements have been made regarding new rides, themed lands, or timelines for completion.
Nonetheless, the Lost Continent was one of Islands of Adventure’s original lands when the park opened in 1999. Rich in mythology and immersive design, it stood out as a non-IP world built entirely from Universal Creative’s imagination. While many fans are sad to see it go, there’s also excitement building around what Universal will dream up next.
With the success of Epic Universe and Universal’s investment in next-generation theme park experiences, the clearing of this space is almost certainly a signal that something big may be coming.
For those planning to visit Adventure Island in late 2025 or 2026, expect construction walls, path rerouting, and some visual disruption. Stay tuned because the next time you walk through this part of Islands of Adventure, it may look a little different.