Height restrictions at Disney World can be confusing. But they are all explained here!
As lifelong Disney World passholders and super fans, our family knows a lot about Disney. But even for us, it can be hard to keep track of the height restrictions at Disney World. So here is the ultimate list! Save this post to easily check those height restrictions. Kids grow fast. It can be hard to keep track of what they are tall enough for or not.
Why Height Restrictions?
There are height restrictions for certain rides and attractions at Disney World in Florida. Of course, this is because they may not be suitable for children of certain ages or heights. Sometimes people wonder how strict Disney cast members are about enforcing these. Since these height restrictions are put in place for safety reasons, they are strictly enforced. Disney World provides measuring stations at each ride entrance to ensure that riders meet the height requirement before boarding. And you can also check your child’s height before promising them they can ride.
We’ve had several times where the youngest in our family stood with tears streaming down her eyes while her older siblings enjoyed an attraction. But this can be avoided by measuring at home. And can be avoided by reading this post! It’s heartbreaking for a child to think they can enjoy sometime, only to be crushed by that measuring station.
Things to Remember
- Some rides may have additional restrictions: While height requirements are the most common restriction for rides, some attractions may have additional requirements, such as weight limits or health restrictions. Be sure to check the specific ride’s requirements before boarding.
- Rider swap is available: If you have a child who is too short to ride a certain attraction, but the rest of your party wants to go on the ride, Disney World offers a “rider swap” program. This allows one parent or guardian to wait with the child while the other members of the party ride, and then swap places so the waiting adult can ride without having to wait in line again. You’ll need to talk to the Cast Member at the front of an attraction in order to set this up. Do this BEFORE anyone in your group rides the attraction.
- Guests with disabilities may have different requirements: Disney World strives to make their attractions as accessible as possible for guests with disabilities. Some rides have alternate boarding options or restrictions based on mobility or other factors. Guests with disabilities are encouraged to speak with a cast member at each ride for specific information.
- Safety is a top priority: Disney World takes the safety of its guests very seriously, and the height requirements are put in place to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience. Cast members are trained to enforce these requirements and may turn away guests who do not meet them.
Height Restrictions at Disney World for Every Attraction
This information is easily available and found at the Walt Disney World website. Also, you can find more specific information on each attraction by clicking the link at the name. For example, if your child or loved one has any concerns about whether they are ready for Space Mountain or not, they can find more information about what to expect! In our family, I generally have children try a ride one time. If they don’t like it, they don’t have to do it again. But often, it seems they are more fearful of the unknown rather than the actual ride itself.
Magic Kingdom Park
- Astro Orbiter – Any height
- The Barnstormer – Guests must be 35 inches (89 centimeters) or taller
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin – Any height
- Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station – Any height
- Country Bear Jamboree – Any height
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant – Any height
- Enchanted Tales with Belle – Any height
- Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade – Any height
- The Hall of Presidents – Any height
- Haunted Mansion – Any height
- “it’s a small world” – Any height
- Jungle Cruise – Any height
- Liberty Square Riverboat – Any height
- Mad Tea Party – Any height
- The Magic Carpets of Aladdin – Any height
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh – Any height
- Mickey’s PhilharMagic – Any height
- Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor – Any height
- Peter Pan’s Flight – Any height
- A Pirate’s Adventure ~ Treasures of the Seven Seas – Any height
- Pirates of the Caribbean – Any height
- Prince Charming Regal Carrousel – Any height
- Seven Dwarfs Mine Train – Guests must be 38 inches (97 centimeters) or taller
- Space Mountain – Guests must be 44 inches (113 centimeters) or taller
- Splash Mountain – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- Swiss Family Treehouse – Any height
- Tomorrowland Speedway – Guests must be 32 inches (82 centimeters) or taller
- Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover – Any height
- Tom Sawyer Island – Any height
- Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid – Any height
- Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress – Any height
- Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room – Any height
- Walt Disney World Railroad – Any height
EPCOT
- Advanced Training Lab – Any height
- The American Adventure – Any height
- Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival – Any height
- Frozen Ever After – Any height
- Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros – Any height
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – Guests must be 42 inches (107 centimeters) or taller
- Impressions de France – Any height
- Journey Into Imagination With Figment – Any height
- Living with the Land – Any height
- Mission: SPACE – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- O Canada! – Any height
- Reflections of China – Any height
- Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure – Any height
- The Seas with Nemo & Friends – Any height
- Soarin’ Around the World – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- Spaceship Earth – Any height
- Test Track – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- Turtle Talk With Crush – Any height
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Alien Swirling Saucers – Guests must be 32 inches (81 centimeters) or taller
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway – Any height
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run – Guests must be 38″ (97 cm) or taller
- Muppet*Vision 3D – Any height
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or taller
- Slinky Dog Dash – Guests must be 38 inches (97 centimeters) or taller
- Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance – Guests must be 40″ (102 cm) or taller
- Toy Story Mania! – Any height
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park
- Affection Section – Any height
- Avatar Flight of Passage – Guests must be 44 inches (112 centimeters) or taller
- The Boneyard – Any height
- Conservation Station – Any height
- DINOSAUR – Guests must be 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller
- Discovery Island Trails – Any height
- Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain – Guests must be 44 inches (113 centimeters) or taller
- Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail – Any height
- It’s Tough to be a Bug! – Any height
- Kali River Rapids – Guests must be 38 inches (97 centimeters) or taller
- Kilimanjaro Safaris – Any height
- Maharajah Jungle Trek – Any height
- Na’vi River Journey – Any height
- Tree of Life – Any height
- TriceraTop Spin – Any height
- Wildlife Express Train – Any height
Walt Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
- Bay Slides – Guests must be 60 inches (152 centimeters) or shorter
- Castaway Creek – Any height
- Crush ‘n’ Gusher – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or taller
- Gangplank Falls – Any height
- Humunga Kowabunga – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or taller
- Keelhaul Falls – Any height
- Ketchakiddee Creek – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or shorter
- Mayday Falls – Any height
- Miss Adventure Falls – Any height
- Storm Slides – Any height
- Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool – Any height
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
- Chairlift – Guests must be 32 inches (82 centimeters) or taller
- Cross Country Creek – Any height
- Downhill Double Dipper – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or taller
- Melt-Away Bay – Any height
- Runoff Rapids – Any height
- Ski Patrol Training Camp – Any height
- Slush Gusher – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or taller
- Snow Stormers – Any height
- Summit Plummet – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or taller
- Teamboat Springs – Any height
- Tike’s Peak – Guests must be 48 inches (122 centimeters) or shorter
- Toboggan Racers – Any height
There you have it! Every height restriction at Disney World explained. Now you are ready for your next visit and can prepare little ones in advance! Have a magical time!
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