Universal Orlando packing list
- Universal Orlando park days are long walks, sudden Florida rain, and phone-heavy wait times.
- Comfortable shoes and a power bank matter more than character merch you can buy later.
- Disney parks need their own lists—use Disneyland or Disney with kids for those resorts.
What you’ll likely need
A quick peek at must-bring and strongly suggested items for this trip. Your full checklist with checkboxes appears in a moment.
- Sunglasses
- Kids sun hat with strap
- Packable rain jacket
- Pants / shorts
- Socks
- T-shirts / tops
- Underwear
- Credit / debit cards
- Driver's license / ID
- Flight / booking confirmations
- Health insurance card
- Passport
- Phone
- Phone charger
- Prescription medications
- Child's own carry-on backpack
- Children's pain/fever medicine (proper dose)
- Comfort item (stuffed animal or small blanket)
- Spare outfit for each child
- Tablet or phone with offline shows & games
- Wired headphones (plane & car)
- Ziplock bag of snacks your child picked
- Extra socks & underwear per child
- Kids rain jacket or packable shell
- Deodorant
- Kids sunscreen SPF 50+
- Sunscreen SPF 30+
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste (travel size)
- TSA liquids bag (100ml)
- Day backpack
- Packing cubes
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light jacket / layer
- Sleepwear
- Emergency contact list
- Local currency / cash
- Travel insurance documents
- Headphones / earbuds
- Portable charger
- Backup snacks in parent bag
- Kids entertainment (books/games)
- Reusable water bottle
- Band-aids / plasters
- Pain reliever (ibuprofen)
- Activity book (stickers, puzzles, or coloring)
- Comfy clothes to change into before boarding
- Digital thermometer
Tips for this trip
- Packable ponchos beat buying park ponchos in a downpour.
- Lockers near big rides help if bags are restricted—plan a small park bag.
- Traveling with kids? Spare outfits and snacks still win; pair with our kids Disney list for shared park-day habits.
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Common questions
What should I pack for Universal Orlando? +
Walking shoes, sunscreen, hat, power bank, water bottle, light rain layer, and a small day bag. Check current bag rules for major attractions before you pack bulky items.
Is this the same as a Disney World packing list? +
Basics overlap—shoes, charger, sun and rain gear. Open Disney with kids or Disneyland for Disney parks; this list stays focused on Universal Orlando.
Can I print this Universal packing checklist? +
Yes—check items off, then Print / Save as PDF the night before.