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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Park ServicesAll 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).
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.
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.
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.
Single-Time Use Lockers at AttractionsStandard-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.
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.
While theme parks are transitioning to cashless, many others including Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood, and SeaWorld all still accept cash.
I have found that they are not quite big enough for a backpack. So, what I do is put the backpack on the floor of the ride vehicle and put my feet through the straps. This has always been perfectly sufficient for securing the pack for me and it is what I've seen many, many other people do.
Conditions Of EntryAll 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.
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.
The Fanny Pack or Belt BagA small belt bag (like this one) is a great middle of the road option if you don't want to be using lockers all day but also need to carry a few more things. Most of the rides in both parks will allow you to wear a small fanny pack around your waist on the rides.