Are backpacks allowed in Universal Studios Hollywood?

All visitors must pass through metal detection before experiencing the theme park. All bags, backpacks, purses and packages are subject to X-ray and/or additional inspection prior to entering the theme park. Coolers, suitcases and bags with wheels are prohibited.



Yes, backpacks are permitted at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2026, but they are subject to a mandatory X-ray and physical inspection before you enter the park. There is no specific size limit mentioned for standard backpacks, but you are prohibited from bringing large suitcases or bags with wheels into the park. For most high-thrill attractions, such as Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey or Revenge of the Mummy, you cannot take your backpack on the ride; Universal provides complimentary lockers (free for the duration of your ride) nearby for you to stow your belongings. Smaller, family-friendly rides may allow you to keep your bag at your feet. For 2026 visitors, it is recommended to keep your backpack "light" to speed up the security process and to ensure it fits into the standard lockers without needing to pay for a "large" locker upgrade.

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Most of Universal Orlando's rides allow you to wear a fanny pack. The Incredible Hulk, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit & Velocicoaster are the only attractions that require ALL items including cellphones be put into a locker.

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You can walk into any restaurant or service counter that serves beverages in the park and ask them to refill your water bottle. You don't even need a bottle. Just ask for a cup of ice water and they will be happy to provide you with one.

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However, all other large items (purses, camera bags, backpacks, etc.) must go inside the ride locker. At each of these locker stations, there are two different sizes: standard and large lockers.

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Yes, we do. Store all the day's extras in one of our convenient lockers. You'll be glad you did! Lockers accept both cash and credit cards.

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Visitors must be fully clothed, including shoes and shirts. Except as required by Universal or for religious or medical reasons, visitors may not wear any covering that fully or partially obscures a person's face.

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While Universal Studios Hollywood isn't as lenient as the Disneyland Resort about bringing in outside food, you can bring water bottles (maximum 2 liters), baby food, small snacks, fruits and vegetables into the park. You can bring items required for medical purposes and special dietary needs.

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However, there is sensible logic behind banning smartphones on fast moving and high flying rides. Usually, any kind of loose items, like change in one's pocket, or jewelry that can fly off, or even hats are allowed on rides because they may whip off of someone's body in an instant.

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Single-Time Use Lockers at Attractions Standard-sized lockers (14 in x 5.5 in x 16.9 in): for small loose articles are free while you ride. Larger lockers (12 in x 13 in x 16.9 in) for oversized items can be rented for an additional fee.

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A Complete List of Rides You Can't Carry Bags On at Universal Orlando
  • VelociCoaster.
  • The lockers!
  • Bag Check.
  • Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.
  • Jurassic Park River Adventure.
  • Jurassic Park at Universal Orlando.


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Acceptable items: Bottled water (maximum 2 liters) Small snacks. Any food required for special dietary needs. Any food required for medical purposes and medically-indicated nutritional supplements.

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Yes, but you have to pay for them ($6 as of 2023). So take your own to avoid having to rent Volcano Bay towels. Hotels don't want you to take their room towels to the water park, so I highly recommend traveling with thin linen towels. I talk more about these in my packing post.

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Here are the days we expect to have the lowest crowd levels at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023:
  • Tuesdays through Thursdays for the second half of September and the second half of October.
  • Mondays through Thursdays in November (minus the week of Thanksgiving)
  • Mondays through Thursdays during the first half of December.


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As you can guess if Saturday and Monday tend to be the busiest, Tuesday tends to be the best day to visit Universal Studios Orlando. We also find Thursday to be one of the least busy days of the week at Universal Studios, with Sunday being a great weekend option.

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Universal Studios Hollywood Thanksgiving crowds and Christmas crowds will always be the highest because most families have time off of work and school. Summer months when kids are off of school always tend to be the busy days at Universal Studios Hollywood, as well.

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