Height Restrictions at Disney World

The tallest height requirement at Walt Disney World is 122cm / 48in, which applies to Rock n Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Most thrill rides sit between 97cm / 38in and 112cm / 44in, while a large number of family attractions have no height requirement at all. If your child measures at least 112cm / 44in, they can ride almost every attraction across the resort.

Below is a park-by-park breakdown of the main rides with minimum heights. Heights are measured at the ride entrance, so it is worth checking your child's height in advance to avoid disappointment. For attractions a child cannot ride, Disney offers a free Rider Switch (also called child swap), letting one adult wait with the child while the rest of the group rides, then swapping over without queuing again.

Magic Kingdom

Magic Kingdom has the widest range of family rides, but its headline thrill attractions do carry height limits. The main requirements are:

• Space Mountain: 112cm / 44in
• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: 102cm / 40in
• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train: 97cm / 38in
• Tron Lightcycle / Run: 122cm / 48in
• Barnstormer: 89cm / 35in

Classics such as it's a small world, the Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan's Flight and the carousel have no minimum height, making this the easiest park for younger children. See the full Magic Kingdom guide for ride details and tips.

EPCOT

EPCOT mixes gentle pavilion experiences with a couple of standout thrill rides. The key height requirements are:

• Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind: 107cm / 42in
• Test Track: 102cm / 40in
• Mission: SPACE: 102cm / 40in (Orange) or 112cm / 44in for the more intense version
• Soarin Around the World: 102cm / 40in

Frozen Ever After, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Spaceship Earth, The Seas with Nemo and Friends and Living with the Land are all open to every age with no height limit.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Hollywood Studios is home to the resort's tallest height requirement and several major thrill attractions:

• Rock n Roller Coaster: 122cm / 48in
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror: 102cm / 40in
• Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance: 102cm / 40in
• Slinky Dog Dash: 97cm / 38in
• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run: 97cm / 38in
• Alien Swirling Saucers: 81cm / 32in

Toy Story Mania, Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway and the various shows have no height requirement. Plan your day with the Hollywood Studios guide.

Disney's Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom blends animal experiences with two of the most popular thrill rides on property. The main height requirements are:

• Avatar Flight of Passage: 112cm / 44in
• Expedition Everest: 112cm / 44in
• DINOSAUR: 102cm / 40in
• Kali River Rapids: 97cm / 38in

Na'vi River Journey, Kilimanjaro Safaris, the Tree of Life trails and the live shows welcome guests of all heights, so even the youngest visitors have plenty to enjoy. For more, read the Animal Kingdom guide.

Planning around height limits

If you are travelling with children of mixed ages, use Rider Switch to keep everyone happy on the bigger rides, and prioritise the no-height-limit attractions for your youngest. If a roller coaster is just out of reach this trip, there are usually gentler alternatives nearby. For a full age-by-age comparison, see our guide to the best park for toddlers in Orlando, and if you are also visiting Universal, check the Universal Orlando height restrictions. You can browse every attraction on our rides and shows page and secure entry with Walt Disney World tickets. For official ride details visit Walt Disney World, and for wider Orlando planning see Visit Orlando.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the tallest height requirement at Disney World? The tallest requirement is 122cm / 48in, which applies to Rock n Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios and Tron Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom.

Q: Which rides have no height requirement? Many do, including it's a small world, the Haunted Mansion, Frozen Ever After, Na'vi River Journey, Kilimanjaro Safaris and most shows, so younger children always have plenty to enjoy.

Q: What is Rider Switch? Rider Switch, or child swap, lets one adult wait with a child who is too small while the rest of the group rides, then swaps in to ride without queuing from the start again. It is free and available at most height-restricted attractions.

Q: How is my child's height measured? Cast members measure height at the ride entrance, usually with shoes on. It is worth measuring at home first so you know which attractions to plan around before you reach the queue.