Probably not going

[3DisneyNUTS]

This is actually good DS will actually make the height requirments on most here



At each Universal Orlando attraction location, signs post specific height requirements and warnings for certain medical conditions. Children under 48" (1.22 meters) must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

All shows accommodate guests with disabilities. The outdoor-stage shows have reserved areas clearly marked by signs displaying the International Symbol of Accessibility. For more information, please click here for our online Guide for Guests with Disabilities.


UNIVERSAL STUDIOS®

Revenge Of The MummySM- Must be at least 48".

Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast™- Must be at least 40”. Persons under 40” must experience this attraction from an adjacent stationary location.

Back To The Future The Ride® - Must be at least 40” ; 40” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

MEN IN BLACK™ Alien Attack™ - Must be at least 42” ; 42” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster® - Must be at least 36” ; 36-48” must be accompanied by an adult


UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE®

Jurassic Park River Adventure® - Must be at least 42” ; 42” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Pteranodon Flyers® - Must be at least 36” ; 36” to 56” must be accompanied by an adult. Guests over 56” must be accompanied by a guest meeting this requirement.

Dueling Dragons® - Must be at least 54”.

Flying Unicorn® - Must be at least 36” ; 36” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

The Cat in the Hat™ - Under 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Caro-Seuss-el™ - Under 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish™ - Under 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls® - Must be at least 44” ; 44” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges® - Must be at least 42” ; 42” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Incredible Hulk Coaster® - Must be at least 54”.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man® - Must be at least 40” ; 40” to 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

Doctor Doom’s Fearfall® - Must be at least 52”.

Storm Force Accelatron® - Under 48” must be accompanied by an adult.

 

[Tigger&Belle]

Maybe you said it and I missed it, but how tall is your son?

It's best to be at least 40" at Universal, but 42" is even better. The only ride my 43" son wanted to ride but couldn't was Dudley Doright, which has a 44" restriction and he kept measuring himself thinking that maybe he'd grown (I think I'm forgetting another one, but maybe not). Of course there are other bigger rides with higher restrictions.

Glad you son did well with the lines at 6 Flags. And at least the rides at Universal are worth waiting for. (Our local 6 Flags is terrible).

T&B

 

[3DisneyNUTS]

He is 42 inches right now Hopefully he will be a little taller so there will be no question about it

Originally posted by Tigger&Belle
Maybe you said it and I missed it, but how tall is your son?

It's best to be at least 40" at Universal, but 42" is even better. The only ride my 43" son wanted to ride but couldn't was Dudley Doright, which has a 44" restriction and he kept measuring himself thinking that maybe he'd grown (I think I'm forgetting another one, but maybe not). Of course there are other bigger rides with higher restrictions.

Glad you son did well with the lines at 6 Flags. And at least the rides at Universal are worth waiting for. (Our local 6 Flags is terrible).

T&B

 

[Tigger&Belle]

Originally posted by 3DisneyNUTS
He is 42 inches right now Hopefully he will be a little taller so there will be no question about it

Is that with or without his shoes on? If it's without you'll be in good shape. I forgot--how long before your trip?

T&B

 

[3DisneyNUTS]

Originally posted by Tigger&Belle
Is that with or without his shoes on? If it's without you'll be in good shape. I forgot--how long before your trip?

T&B

wihtout shoes We go in Nov 18th on the disney cruise then the 21st we start our land portion

 

[Tigger&Belle]

Originally posted by 3DisneyNUTS
wihtout shoes We go in Nov 18th on the disney cruise then the 21st we start our land portion

That's great--he'll be well over 42" with his shoes on. If he has a growing spurt he could even be 44" with shoes, but I sure wouldn't bank on that. He'll be able to do Popeye raft ride (my 4yo's favorite) and Men in Black and a lot more.

Have a great time!

T&B

 

[VALDAN]

You're child is young, so maybe missing Universal this year isn't so bad. We came back last week from our first trip to Universal.
I was expecting too much, it's nothing like Disney. I just didn't take to the parks.
I think I'm just a Disney person.

 

[3DisneyNUTS]

Originally posted by VALDAN
You're child is young, so maybe missing Universal this year isn't so bad. We came back last week from our first trip to Universal.
I was expecting too much, it's nothing like Disney. I just didn't take to the parks.
I think I'm just a Disney person.

This is what my Dh is thinking. It is hard since it will really be all new to us. We haven't been to Universal in 6 years.

 

[phamton]

Well, after you go then it won't be new to you anymore. WDW was new to you at one time. I say take the plunge. I don't think you will regret it. Your child will love Seuss Landing and Marvel Superhero Island.

 

[Tigger&Belle]

My kids like both WDW and Universal (well, I'd have to say my older ones prefer Universal) and my DH prefers Universal by far over WDW. He's been to Universal 2-3 times in the last year and a half (he hasn't been to WDW in a few years) and we are planning a WDW trip for just the two of us. He's mentioned wanting to go to Universal instead of spending all our time at WDW, but since I have WDW APs we're only going to Disney this trip.

You don't know how you'll like it until you give it a try!

T&B

 

[goofy!]

Universal is definitely NOT Disney. It has its own uniqueness. If you go expecting Disney, you will set yourself up for disappointment every time. It is not Disney, nor does it pretend to be.

My family much prefers Universal, however, we also enjoy WDW. It is the proverbial apples and oranges. Oranges and apples are similar in that they are both fruit, yet each has its own taste. You can like both of them, enjoying the different flavors. But if you would bite into an orange, expecting an apple, you would definitely be disappointed. WDW and USO are similar in that they are both theme parks, but after that, they have their own atmospheres.

Go and enjoy the fun to be had in both parks and appreciate each of them for what they are. They both have their own individuality and both of them are loads of fun.

Don't try to compare them, otherwise, you take all the fun out of trying something new.