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Policies and Restrictions

Conditions of Entry

For everyone’s safety and enjoyment of Universal Orlando Resort, note the following:

  • All visitors must pass through metal detection
  • All bags, backpacks, purses, packages, and personal items are subject to X-ray and/or additional inspection prior to entering CityWalk or Theme Park(s)
  • We recommend you leave unnecessary articles in your car and secure valuables in your trunk.
  • Guests under the age of 18 without theme park admission (or separately ticketed events, as applicable) are required to depart at 8 p.m.* unless they are accompanied by a parent/guardian, staying at a Universal hotel, have a CityWalk restaurant reservation, have tickets for Hollywood Drive-In Golf or Universal's Great Movie Escape.
*Time subject to change at Universal Orlando Resort's discretion.

Prohibited Items
  • Explosives, weapons, items that can be used as or has the appearance of a weapon
  • Alcohol or drinks containing alcohol
  • Marijuana or any item containing Cannabis or related paraphernalia
  • Illegal items
  • Power driven or radio frequency-controlled devices*
  • Outside food or beverages**
  • Coolers***
  • Glass
  • Suitcases/Bags with wheels
  • Folding chairs
Any other items Universal personnel deem to be inappropriate, disruptive or harmful

*Only devices utilized as a mobility device are permitted.
**Permitted items include bottled water (2 liters per guest max), any food required for medical purposes, medically indicated nutritional supplements, or for special dietary needs, and baby food/baby formula.
***Only soft-sided cooler smaller than 8.5" wide x 6" high x 6" deep are permitted.

Clothing / Costume Policy

  • Proper attire, including shirts and shoes, must be worn at all times
  • No clothing likely to incite a disturbance or display offensive language or content
  • No clothing, costumes, or accessories that represent someone as emergency personnel, create a false impression of employment by Universal, or are deemed inappropriate for a family environment
  • No costume masks, veils, or long trains. Face coverings worn for medical or health reasons are permitted.
  • No swords or weaponry. Any home-crafted wands must be rounded on either end and must be appropriate in nature.
  • Costumes cannot exceed 28” wide x 80” high. Costumes are subject to secondary x-ray screening.
  • Some costumes may not be permitted on certain attractions for safety concerns.
  • If a guest is spotted in a costume that is not deemed permissible, the guest will be asked to change into something more appropriate or exit the park

Outside Food And Drink Policy

We offer a variety of food options at venues throughout the entire destination. However, we understand that guests may need to bring outside food or drink. Only accepted items are permitted.

Acceptable Items

  • Bottled Water (maximum 2 liters per guest)
  • Any food required for medical purposes, medically indicated nutritional supplements, or special dietary needs
  • Baby food/baby formula
  • Food cannot require heating or refrigeration
Service Animal Guidelines
Trained Service Animals are welcome. Animals who do not meet the definition of a Service Animal will not be permitted in the park.

  • Service Animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless these devices interfere with the Service Animal’s work or the individual’s disability prevents using these devices. In that case, the individual must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal, or other effective controls.

Universal Orlando Resort Hotels

For your safety and enjoyment of Universal Orlando Hotels, please note the following:

Guests are not permitted to have any type of explosive, weapon, item that can be used as a weapon or has the appearance of a weapon, illegal items or substances within Universal Orlando Hotels. This includes guest rooms and public areas within all resort hotels.