All of the information below is from people who are over 62, or 74, and we considered especially tall people anyone over 7, or 84. Just quick note. (Like the Haunted Mansion.) This allows for most, if not all guests to easily get on board. THEM. Do not worry about other guests judging you if you decide to try out the test seat, everyone is too busy enjoying their vacation to be concerned with what you are doing before you ride. There are only a couple of rides that might be an issue. What is the weight limit? I am 510 360 i carry most of my weight in my thighs and butt, not to big in the stomach, with very broad shoulders. Adulting is for the birds, so I go to Disney World every chance I get for that magical escape from reality. Their services are 100% FREE to you! Until now. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is uncomfortable for most people. Many people find the restraints on the Flight of Passage to be somewhat snug. i hopefully will be in better shape before going but im happy to know that Disney will accommodate even me! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has lap bars for the car, while Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Expedition Everest have individual lap bars. Thanks for this great article, its nice to be able to research this sort of thing. I am 250-270ish not real sureand 52-54 my tummy isnt that bigbut I have big thighs and butt Should I try to lose 20-50/60 pounds before we go June 1&2nd? For the most part no, you wont have any problems. Everything was comfortable. I am of 350lbs (give or take) and 6ft 2inch tall. This has unlocked a whole new fear in people who have yet to visit Disney World. Seat was a bit tight sat in last car lap bar a bit snug but got on. I couldnt ride it. Im concerned about the lap bar and seat on space mountain. " Are there are weight restrictions for any of the rides at WDW? Besides the point. Im 300# at 56, big legs and big hips. I remember I got sneak peak of Pandora before open to public bc I was working for Disney at the time. Many Walt Disney World attractions have bench seats. To know my pooh king wont have a problem is spectacular.thank you. Hi! Now imagine thats your head. Thank you all! Im 56, 280 with a very large chest (DDD+). Havent heard that one. Thanks! It would be fine with a single bar for the car like in Thunder Mountain Railroad. I am traveling to Disney with a 2 year old Toddler and I would like to enjoy the rides with him. I have 2 and Mrs. I am going to Disney World next month. As is the case with any test seat, it is not there to disqualify you from getting on the ride. I am 58 and 310 lbs and Flight of the Avatar is like sitting on a motorcycle seat. will i be able to ride the rides? ?aka not fitting at universal.. A lap bar tight on my big belly will not even touch her, but I really want to get on these rides. But for the most part Disney you should fit on most if not all of the rides at the Kingdom. Most attractions in Walt Disney World are bench style seating, so there is no pinching or cramming into the ride vehicle. Hey all. Posted on Last updated: February 28, 2023. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train might be a little uncomfortable, (it is for most people). Read that again: Walt Disney World has no weight limits on ANY of their rides. Disney's pricing for a single stroller rental fee is currently $15 daily or $13 for a multi-day (Length of Stay) option. You wont be able to take them on any of the wild rides, so youll be fine. Jeremiah above just had a good experience and hes close to your husbands size. Im 6 and about 310 pounds. We rode everything that is currently open except Avatar and the kiddie rides in Magic Kingdom. My legs didnt fit into the clamps and I wasnt able to ride. We often get questions on the discussion boards from concerned "larger" visitors in reference to having enough leg room, fitting comfortably in the various seats and/or restraints, riding on rides, and the roominess of the many turnstiles they'll encounter, to name a few. This provides you with multiple benefits. Most of them have some kind of support where you can pull yourself up. The Avatar Flight of Passage ride is a ride that has a test seat available. Cast members are trained to recognize that, with a larger guest, they can only seat five instead of six in a row, for example. The vehicle is very similar to the Haunted Mansion vehicle, except you actually pull down this lap bar according to your own size. Much better than those other theme parks. That about sums it up! Even fat, we all have different shapes. Im pooh sized myself and currently ride swap with my husband as we have a 2 year old who cant do most of the rides the big kids want. Dear Paula, Thank you so much for stopping by to visit us here at the Disney Parks Moms Panel with your great question about planning ahead for your upcoming Walt Disney World Resort vacation! They should have known better. He is 56 & weighs probably 280. I was even able to lean forward a bit, even with the lap bar on my belly! I went on this ride seven times! Splash Mountain can be a little difficult to get out of (especially if someone is next to you) but thats mainly due to your feet slipping on the wet car! I havent really found anything online about it that is relatively newer info. I was unable to ride it and weigh 250 and am 5,6. Kali River Rapids: If you are big, try to get a double-seat to yourself. The majority of people that dont fit into Flight of Passage its because of their calves. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is one ride that can give big people problems. I am 511 400 lbs couldnt ride the avatar ride after waiting all that time make sure you try the test seat before you wait in that line. I went to Disney last month and my experience is below. I also could not ride the river rapids ride beacause I couldnt close the seatbelt (very embarrassed ) had to get up and walk off the raft but my wife and daughter were able to ride. Weight limits Disney World Height Requirements in each park Magic Kingdom EPCOT Hollywood Studios Animal Kingdom Typhoon Lagoon Blizzard Beach Minimum Height requirements at Disney World 54 inches 48 inches 44 inches 42 inches 40 inches 38 inches 35 inches 32 inches Attractions and rides with no height requirements Magic Kingdom Animal Kingdom Im actually waiting in line for this ride with my family right now. Ive only been to California Adventure once, but I dont remember any rides you might have a problem on. The bottom line for me is, if you feel like you can handle the walking and you want to go on the rides, just try it. That was a godsend! So Im 23 and Im 55 weigh 485 and i want to take my fiancee to walt disney world but Im afraid that i wont fit at amy of the rides and not enjoy our mini vacation. I am 5.7 and 378lbs. Im 56 and weigh 315 lbs. Nope. Is it worth a shot? The only ride I can say that I had a problem with was Snow Whites roller coaster. Youll be fine on most rides. Im 511, 370. I am 250-270ish not real sureand 52-54 my tummy isnt that bigbut I have big thighs and butt Should I try to lose 20-50/60 pounds before we go June 1&2nd? Jun 27, 2017. It was a bit restrictive, but I was not in any discomfort or pain. Ive been losing weight and hope to get down to 400 by the time we go around Thanksgiving. 5 Dining Changes at Disney Parks ALL Guests Should Be Aware Of (February 2023), The Ultimate Guide to Rider Size Restrictions at Walt Disney World. The tightest fit was Seven Dwarves Mine Train because of how the harness squeezes the sides of your knees. In no way does this mean that you will not be allowed to sit on the rides. You may have seen it all over Instagram: Some people cant fit on the Tron ride. He is a football player so he is pretty broad across the chest and pretty muscular thighs. It's always nice to see a fellow Jersey Girl - thanks for your question. I must say however, I DID NOT fit in on The Forbidden Journey in Harry Potter Universal. DINOSAUR - Guests must be 40 inches or taller. I was having some knee problems (I have 2 artificial knees) the last time I tried to ride and had real problems exiting the ride. I havent heard from anyone who couldnt fit into a ride. I only had an issue with Harry Potter Forbidden Journey. Kiddo will dress Tiggerish and me with pink and Piglet ears. If you are able to get a fast pass thats the way to go. Soarin: Lap belt no issues except for getting it in the locking mechanism very low. Flight of Passage was a mistake, I was able to fit but boy did it give me vertigo! Thank you all in advance. " Hey, Renee! He also has a 54 in waist. Or all the thrill rides, for that matter? Everything at the parks was built for comfort and to ensure accessibility for anyone who enters through the theme park gates. Im 320 59 and worry about fitting in rides like Splash Mountain, Thunder Mountain, and Space Mountain. So, thank you very much. From bench seats to bucket seats, lap bars to over-the . Ive just avoided the other stuff. No way I could have rode Soaring. Go with confidence. I too am Pooh size and feel better. A couple of slightly uncomfortable rides, but not a big deal. Will I be able to fit? I am 6.3 385 and I carry most of my weight in my gut and thighs. She even suggested that we rent a scooter from a company outside of the park because it was much cheaper and I could use it at the resort and at the parks. Concerned about fitting on Flight of Passage. Would he have problems or are there rides that could accommodate him? Im not quite sure what else I can say. I dont know anything about Universal. I would just like to say thank you so much for this page! If you can, sit in seat 4 which puts you in the aisle of the ride. i have read the other comments and noticed i am much bigger than most on here. There are a couple that have lap bars that might have some issues, but he will be fine on almost all of them. I weigh in at 320, size 3XL, and am 5'9. The Disney Skyliner doors are approximately 30 inches wide. Ive never been to Disney World and really want to go but Id be afraid of the investment if I have to ride alone. I know a little about knee replacements. I know the anxiety us big people have when it comes to riding at the parks. My husband is 6 foot 4 inches and 375 lbs. These are the rides that might give you some trouble. My wife just surprised me with booking a trip to Disney World for our anniversary and, while Im excited and know Disney is known for being size-friendly, this experience up here has me a bit anxious. Generally speaking guests of all shapes and sizes are still able to fit in the seats, but depending on how you carry your weight it may not be comfortable. Did they even have them if needed? Silly Symphony Swings: Small seats. A more comfortable way to see the park is the Walt Disney World Railroad or the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. My little guy is a bit of a scaredy cat who doesn't like thrilling attractions (yet!) I had a really hard time lowering the searm it was a stand up and adjust to your height. Im worried about TT, Dinosaur, ToT, Soarin, BTM, and Haunted Mansion because 1. I am 510 and weigh 270 and could get on all the rides at Disney World but found that some were a tight and very very uncomfortable fit because of my long legs. As Bobby McFerrin would say, dont worry. You say your husband doesnt have any mobility problems everything should be fine. Hell be fine. There are a couple of rides it might be a little problem, but mostly if theres a lap bar its not all that big deal. Love this site, so thanks. i really needed help. I did skip Test Track, as I didnt want to struggle but that was a personal choice. I was at Carowinds in the Carolinas and I cant remember name but there was a rollercoaster that lays you down n go head first. Im pretty sure its the same coaster which was called Dueling Dragons. Hi, there! It happens and is not something to worry about. They lock in the legs and the midsection, so for plus-sized riders, they may be more uncomfortable. I will be visiting disney world, EPCOT and animal kingdom. Im headed to Disney Easter week. Prior to my gastric bypass surgery several years ago, I was in this size range. Take note that a $100 credit card deposit is required for strollers rented at Disney Springs. Im a Pooh (maybe a bit bigger), Ive been to Disney probably 8 times in the past few years. I was able to ride EVERYTHING at Disney. The ones you might have a little trouble with are Astro Orbiter, Flight of Passage (maybe) and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Again, thank you! If you are concerned about not fitting in the seat or being too heavy for the ride, you can try the test seat outside of the ride itself or ask a Disney Cast Member for assistance. Its a pull down restraint but it wouldnt come down over my chest. Disney World rides and attractions are geared toward people of all sizes, heights, and ages. It comes down until it meets your stomach. Any big and tall people have personal experience to share??? I have been to Universal I rode everything i wanted to ride but that was before Harry Potter stuff was added. You think I will be ok? Dumbo: No issues. Just letting you know that at Valcano bay , there is a lot of weight restrictions SAVE YOUR MONEY. The fact that there are no weight limits does not mean that you will always be as comfortable as possible on the rides. No. Planning our first trip w/ our 2, 4 and 6 year old sons Im even more excited to experience this with them and have so much peace knowing that I will be able to actually EXPERIENCE. A scooter can be your friend when you decide to go around the world at epcot. Hope this is alright, but we are actually going to disneyland next month. I was worried when I went but was glad to find this site. We are one ofthe worlds largest theme park guide sites, hosting detailed guides to more than 80 theme parks around the globe. Have a great time and dont worry you have the information you need . Dont wanna miss out on anything for my kids are excited for me to be there and do these things WITH them! I dont know, but from what I hear, good luck. You should be able to ride all but a couple of rides and you might be able to do those. Passengers must be at least 48 inches tall for the new experience though, which opens to the public April 4. Im a pooh-sized female (290 lbs, 56, evenly distributed weight) and Im terrified of not fitting on rides, the biggest worry being the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. Ever since that walk of shame, Ive avoided roller coasters like the plague. Granted, this was before Seven Dwarfs Mine Train was constructed, so I cant speak for that ride. If I can think of any other rides I forgot to mention, Ill add another comment. Who cares if you have to get off the ride or have to rent a scooter. You should be good on all the rides. We went to Silver Dollar City yesterday mostly for the new Time Traveler coaster. Although, I do think that they need to design virtual experiences for those who cant ride for whatever reason, weight, prosthetic, or simply not tall enough. I am so relieved to read all of these comments! Thank you. Avoid if X-large IMHO. If you dont have a big belly you should be alright. I wear 24-26 pants and a 3x in shirts. What a relief to find a place where someone can be honest about themselves without apology. If you can fit into a theater-style seat at other Disney attractions (Carousel of Progress, Hall of Presidents, American Adventure, etc. Were both Pooh-sizedIm more Pooh than she. Im 511 and 345 lbs. Thank you so much for posting this. My Disney Experience. 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time. Carousel of Progress: I had heard that these seats were notoriously bad for Pooh-sized people, but I had no problem with the seats. If you can't get through the front gate turnstiles, don't panic. In some cases, a ride may seat multiple guests but they dont necessarily have to have more than one guest in the compartment. These lap-bars are actually not necessary for the attraction to function properly, as they were installed solely to stop guests from exiting the ride before it was over.