Can you wear a backpack to Universal?

Park Services All visitors must pass through metal detection before experiencing CityWalk or the Theme Park. All bags, backpacks, purses, packages and items are subject to X-ray and/or additional inspection prior to entering CityWalk or the Theme Park(s).



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When it comes to rides, Universal doesn't let guests bring large items like backpacks, camera bags, or purses onto their attractions, unlike Disney.

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Conditions Of Entry 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. We recommend you leave unnecessary articles in your car and secure valuables in your trunk.

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For this reason, we typically recommend you plan to bring a fanny pack, so you can skip these lockers! For guests who only have fanny packs, you must move the fanny pack around your waist (so no wearing it as a sling bag), but once it's firmly around your waist, you can hop on most rides with it.

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For guests who only have fanny packs, you must move the fanny pack around your waist (so no wearing it as a sling bag), but once it's firmly around your waist, you can hop on most rides with it.

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No bag policy! However at some rides you may have to store your things into lockers. There is no bag policy.

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One of our top tips for what to wear to Universal Studios, especially in Orlando is lightweight clothing and have an option to add layers. Florida is hot and humid outside and inside you'll be in air conditioning, so having a lightweight sweatshirt is ideal for waiting inside in lines as well as in the evenings.

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When it comes to rides, Universal doesn't let guests bring large items like backpacks, camera bags, or purses onto their attractions, unlike Disney. Universal does provide single-use lockers at some of its attractions for people who do have those larger items.

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For coasters, easiest thing to do is put it between your feet and put your foot through one of the arm straps. Make sure it is closed securely. Only places this may be a problem would be water rides (read as Splash Mountain and Kali). Easiest solution there is to ask a merchandise cast member for 2-3 big bags.

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Both your safety, and that of our team members, are Universal Studios Hollywood's top priority and we've taken important steps to make things safe for everyone. Loose articles like cell phones, cameras, umbrellas and keys are prohibited at most attractions, and should be left with a non-rider or secured in a locker.

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Yes you can and there are places where you can fill it up for free. Helpful? Yes, you can bring your own water bottles (plastic or otherwise) and they don't have to be empty.

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Bring a towel If you forgot your towel, you can rent a towel from one of the three concierge stations in the park. Your hotel may not want you to bring one of their towels, even if you are staying at a Universal Hotel. If you do rent a cabana then the cabana will come equipped with towels.

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The key for any amusement park outfit is COMFORT and LAYERING. The parks open early, so you'll want something warmer in the morning (unless you're going in the dead of summer), easy layers you can shed in the afternoon as it warms up, and layers you can add back on as it cools down at night.

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Shoes and shirts must be worn at all times. Read all health and safety requirements for each attraction as they are not all the same.

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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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fannypack all the way. most rides you can keep it on while on the rides. only a few (velocicoaster, hulk) require you put it in a locker. but with a backpack, almost every ride itll have to go into a locker.

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Lanyard. To enter the park and use Express Pass (if you have it), you will have to scan your ticket. If you have a lanyard to wear your ticket, it will be a lot easier than taking it out and putting it away every ride. Harry Potter Gear- These items are expensive in the parks.

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So even if a park doesn't make you go through metal detectors at a coaster's queue, stow the phone anyway. And that means leaving it at the station, in a locker, or at the very least inside a closed pocket where it can't fly out during the ride. That goes for anything you're carrying with you in the park, too.

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