Orlando Theme Parks Reopen: What to Expect at Disney, Universal, SeaWorld & LEGOLAND
Orlando’s world‑famous theme parks are now open again. Get the latest details on operations, safety measures, and ticket savings at Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, and LEGOLAND.
It’s official: the iconic theme parks of Orlando are back! Below you’ll find what to expect when you visit Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld® Orlando, and LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, including their revised opening hours, health protocols, and discount offers.
Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and Universal’s Volcano Bay are open, as are Universal CityWalk and select resort hotels.
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Updated Safety Guidelines for Your Upcoming Trip
Universal encourages guests to follow CDC guidance and wear face coverings indoors (optional outdoors). Guests should maintain safe distance between travel parties and can rely on the resort’s stringent cleaning protocols.
Key Safety Updates:
- All guests are encouraged to wear face coverings indoors.
- No vaccination proof required.
- Maintain safe distance between travel parties.
- Highest standards of cleanliness and sanitization are upheld.
Pre‑Visit Confirmation:
- Feel well and free of flu‑like symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, muscle aches, sore throat, loss of taste or smell).
- No recent contact with a confirmed or suspected COVID‑19 case.
- Not under any self‑quarantine orders.
If you cannot confirm all of the above, please refrain from visiting.
Enhanced Sanitation
Guests and staff are encouraged to wash hands frequently and use hand sanitizer at designated stations. Universal continues to clean high‑touch surfaces with increased frequency.
Follow Floor Markings & Team Member Directions
Stand on floor markings until the group ahead moves, and follow all team member instructions.
For more information about Universal Orlando Resort’s reopening, click here.
SeaWorld® Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove are open. The safety of guests, ambassadors, and animals remains the top priority.
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Face Coverings
SeaWorld recommends face coverings indoors, consistent with CDC guidance. Outdoors, fully vaccinated guests are exempt. Proof of vaccination is not required for guests, but employees must wear masks indoors and unvaccinated employees must wear them outdoors and submit vaccination proof.
Cleaning & Sanitization
Cleaning frequency for key areas—including employee spaces—is increased. Hand sanitizer stations are plentiful, especially in high‑contact zones. Buffets have been reconfigured to reduce touch points; cutlery and condiments are provided to guests.
Employee Sick Policy & Training
Employees stay home if ill and follow CDC isolation guidance. All staff receive COVID‑19‑specific training covering updated procedures and current health advice.
For more information about SeaWorld Orlando’s reopening, click here.
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
LEGOLAND Florida’s theme park, water park, and on‑site hotels are reopened with enhanced safety measures.
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Enhanced Cleaning Measures
High‑frequency touch points such as tables, chairs, service counters, LEGO® bricks, ride restraints, and door handles are disinfected regularly. Numerous hygiene stations and hand sanitizer dispensers are available; locations are listed in the LEGOLAND app.
New Signage
Clear signage throughout the park delivers key safety messages and instructions.
Payment Modifications
Cash is no longer accepted; payments must be made with a credit or debit card.
For more information about LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s reopening, click here.
Please note: Public venues carry inherent COVID‑19 exposure risk. Orange County recommends face masks in public places and social distancing per CDC guidelines. Some images on the website may not reflect current park versions or updated protocols.
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