Universal Ride Height Checker
Are you heading to Universal Orlando? Do you have a little one in your group and trying to figure out which rides they’re tall enough to ride? Then you’ve come to the right spot! Our Universal Ride Height Checker will easily let you know yes or no.
When planning a trip toUniversal Orlando, one of the biggest questions parents have is, “Can my kids ride this attraction?” The answer often comes down to height requirements. To help you quickly and easily find the rides your children can enjoy, we’ve created the Universal Ride Height Checker.
In this guide, we’ll show you how height requirements work at the Universal Orlando Resort, explain why they’re important, and highlight how the Universal Ride Height Checker tool can make your planning faster and less stressful.
Why Ride Height Requirements Matter
Height requirements exist to keep guests safe. Universal’s engineering teams design attractions with specific safety features, including restraints and seats that work best for certain heights. Meeting the minimum height ensures every rider’s safety.
But here’s the challenge: with so many attractions across Universal Studios Florids, Islands of Adventure and Volcano Bay, it’s tough to keep track of which rides have restrictions. That’s where our Universal Ride Height Checker comes in.
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Our tool is designed for simplicity. Here’s how you use it:
- Input Your Child’s Height: Enter their height in inches.
- Get Instant Results: The tool generates a list of attractions they can enjoy.
- Plan Your Day: Use the results to create an itinerary that works for everyone.
The tool covers all Universal Orlando Resort attractions, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Jurassic World VelociCoaster, and The Amazing Spidermand. Even Volcano Bay is included, so you can plan fun day at the water park.

Comprehensive List of Universal Ride Height Requirements
To give you an idea of how the tool helps, here are some popular attractions and their height requirements:
Riders Must Be the Height Indicated Below or Taller to Experience the Ride or Attraction
Attraction | Any Height | 34″ | 36″ | 40″ | 42″ | 48″ | 51″ |
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Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit | X | ||||||
Revenge of the Mummy | X | ||||||
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts | X | ||||||
MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack | X | ||||||
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem* (see details below) | X | ||||||
Fast & Furious – Supercharged | X | ||||||
Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon | X | ||||||
The Simpsons Ride | X | ||||||
TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D | X | ||||||
Trolls Trollercoaster | X | ||||||
E.T. Adventure | X | ||||||
Animal Actors On Location! | X | ||||||
Hogwarts Express | X | ||||||
Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast | X | ||||||
Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl | X | ||||||
The Bourne Stuntacular | X | ||||||
Universal Orlando’s Horr Make-Up Show | X |
* Despicable Me Minion Mayhem – riders under 40″ must experience this attraction from an adjacent stationary seat. The adjacent stationary seats do not have a height requirement.
Riders Must Be the Height Indicated Below or Taller to Experience the Ride or Attraction
Attraction | Any Height | 36″ | 40″ | 42″ | 44″ | 48″ | 51″ | 52″ | 54″ |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The Incredible Hulk Coaster | X | ||||||||
Doctor Doom’s Fearfall | X | ||||||||
Jurassic World VelociCoaster | X | ||||||||
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure | X | ||||||||
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey | X | ||||||||
Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls | X | ||||||||
Jurassic Park River Adventure | X | ||||||||
Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges | X | ||||||||
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man | X | ||||||||
Cat in the Hat | X | ||||||||
Flight of the Hippogriff | X | ||||||||
The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride! | X | ||||||||
Pteranodon Flyers* (see details below) | X | ||||||||
Skull Island: Reign of Kong | X | ||||||||
Caro-Seuss-el | X | ||||||||
Hogwarts Express | X | ||||||||
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish | X | ||||||||
Poseidon’s Fury | X | ||||||||
Storm Force Accelatron | X |
Riders Must Be the Height Indicated Below or Taller to Experience the Ride or Attraction
Attraction | Any Height | 42″ | 48″ |
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Honu of Honu ika Moana | X | ||
Kala and Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides | X | ||
Ko’okiri Body Plunge | X | ||
Kopiko Wai Winding River* (see notes below) | X | ||
Ohyah and Ohno Drop Slides | X | ||
Puka Uli Lagoon* (see notes below) | X | ||
The Reef* (see notes below) | X | ||
Runamukka Reef (designed for children 54″ and under) | X | X | |
Tot Tiki Reef (designed for children 48″ and under) | X | X | |
Waturi Beach* (see notes below) | X | ||
ika Moana of Honu ika Moana | X | ||
Krakatau Aqua Coaster | X | ||
Maku Puihi Round Raft Rides | X | ||
Punga Racers | X | ||
Taniwha Tubes | X | ||
TeAwa The Fearless River | X |

Pro Tips for Families with Young Kids
- Use Rider Swap: For rides with height restrictions, parents can take turns riding while another adult waits with the kids with Rider Swap.
- Take Breaks: Plan time for rest and snacks to keep little ones happy.
- Double-Check Measurements: Disney’s cast members will measure kids at the entrance to attractions if they’re close to the height requirement.
- Review Refurbishment Schedule: Set yourself up for success and check the refurbishment schedule to ensure an attraction you’re looking to experience is open.
Ready, Set, Ride!
Your Universal Orlando vacation should be magical and stress-free. With the Universal Ride Height Checker, you’ll have one less thing to worry about. Whether your kids are thrill-seekers or prefer gentler rides, this tool ensures you’re prepared and ready to make the most of your day.
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