Soar to victory on coasters your whole family can enjoy together.
Orlando’s theme parks and attractions boast thrills for all ages, including roller coasters designed for even the youngest adrenaline seekers. Seasoned coaster fans and newbies alike can have a ball on runaway mine trains, Arctic snowmobiles, stunt planes and more — especially on these family-friendly roller coasters with a minimum height requirement under 48 inches. Let’s roll!
Save on discount tickets: Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions
Orlando vacation planning made easy — and free. Make a complimentary appointment with Visit Orlando’s Vacation Planners at a time and date of your choosing for the latest insider advice, special offers and more ahead of your next visit.
Family-Friendly Coasters at Universal Orlando Resort
Along with world-class shows, splash zones and immersive play areas, Universal Orlando Resort boasts several roller coasters for budding thrill-seekers.
Discover: Things to Do at Universal Orlando Resort
Trolls Trollercoaster
Inspired by the DreamWorks Animation film Trolls, this groovy coaster packs a pint-sized rush for dreamers young and old. Speed past spooky spiders aboard the colorful Caterbus, then grab a victory snack in the all-new DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida.
Minimum height requirement: 36 inches, adult supervision required for guests under 48 inches.
Discover: Inside DreamWorks Land
Flight of the Hippogriff™
Meanwhile at Universal Islands of Adventure, you can spiral and soar in the shadow of Hogwarts™ Castle on Flight of the Hippogriff™. Head out to Hagrid’s hut to learn how to approach these fantastic beasts, then board your very own wicker Hippogriff for a breathtaking flight around the grounds.
Minimum height requirement: 36 inches.
Discover: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™
Take the Hogwarts™ Express back to Universal Studios Florida to explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ — Diagon Alley™. Here, you'll find Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™, a multi-dimensional coaster that carries you deep into the underground vaults of Gringotts Bank. The ride combines motion simulation, classic coaster thrills and 3-D elements for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Family-Friendly Coasters at SeaWorld® Orlando
Even little ones can enjoy the Roller Coaster Capital of Orlando, thanks to mini steel coasters and more family fun at SeaWorld® Orlando.
Discover: Things to Do at SeaWorld® Orlando
Penguin Trek
Join an Arctic research mission aboard the all-new Penguin Trek, a new family launch coaster now open in the park's Antarctica Realm. Race across the wilderness and through icy caverns at up to 43 miles per hour before arriving at a real penguin habitat.
Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Discover: What’s New in Orlando
Super Grover’s Box Car Derby
Join Super Grover in an action-packed box car race packed with fun hills, big turns and mini dives. The steel coaster might even inspire children to create their own superhero persona for the journey home.
Minimum height requirement: 38 inches.
Discover: Sesame Street Land™ at SeaWorld Orlando
Journey to Atlantis®
Set out to uncover the lost city of Atlantis aboard a hybrid flume ride and roller coaster. This classic SeaWorld attraction delivers thrills and wonder in equal measure, with an engaging storyline that will appeal to explorers of all ages.
Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Family-Friendly Coasters at Walt Disney World® Resort
Families can blast off on mine trains, rocket ships, stunt planes and more on highly themed coasters at Walt Disney World® Resort.
©Disney
Slinky Dog Dash
Spring across Andy’s backyard in this family-friendly coaster at Toy Story Land, part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. Slinky Dog bounds around curves and over hills, giving little ones plenty of airtime and an opportunity to play alongside some of their favorite Toy Story characters.
Minimum height requirement: 38 inches.
Discover: Toy Story Land at DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
The Barnstormer Starring The Great Goofini
Take to the skies with The Great Goofini — or as you may know him, Goofy — in an aerial stunt show at Magic Kingdom® Park. Aspiring coaster fans can swoop through the air in a series of stupendous stunts before soaring back to safety.
Minimum height requirement: 35 inches.
(©Disney)
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Also at Magic Kingdom, this whimsical coaster invites you to step into a fairytale and race toward a sparkling diamond mine, where you’ll encounter the Seven Dwarfs hard at work. Swaying mine cars and an interactive jewel mine-themed queue make this a family-friendly experience from start to finish.
Minimum height requirement: 38 inches.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad®
Hang on tight, because this wild Magic Kingdom ride tears through cursed caverns, canyons and even a mysterious ghost town. It’s the perfect step up for kiddos who are ready to transition into the coaster big leagues, complete with sharp turns, exploding dynamite and more rip-roaring fun.
Minimum height requirement: 40 inches.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Join the Guardians of the Galaxy and rock out on a high-octane jump through time and space. This EPCOT® attraction is one of the largest fully enclosed coasters in the world, featuring 360-degree rotating cars, a killer soundtrack and more thrilling surprises in store.
Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Discover: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Ride Guide
Space Mountain®
For more interstellar fun, head to Magic Kingdom to board a rocket ship and zoom through the darkness of outer space. Speed past shooting stars, satellites, comets and more in a single-seater adventure for the boldest space pioneers.
Minimum height requirement: 44 inches.
Expedition Everest — Legend of the Forbidden Mountain®
Pack your courage, because this journey through the Himalayan Mountains packs plenty of hair-raising surprises. You might even come face-to-face with the mountain’s legendary resident as you make the terrifying descent back to base camp. Ride it if you dare at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park.
Minimum height requirement: 44 inches.
Family-Friendly Coasters at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
LEGOLAND® Florida Resort was designed with kids in mind. For the boldest among you, a badge of bravery awaits aboard these colorful family coasters.
Discover: Things to Do at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
Daddy Pig’s Roller Coaster
Join Daddy Pig on a day out in his newly cleaned red car — but look out! Mr. Bull is digging up the road, and you can expect a mishap or two to occur along the way. Little ones especially will snort with laughter on this family-friendly coaster at Peppa Pig Theme Park.
Minimum height requirement: 36 inches.
The Dragon
Tour an enchanted castle, then roar with joy as you soar through the gates on your very own steel dragon at LEGOLAND® Florida Theme Park. Moving LEGO® characters add an extra element of fun to this whimsical indoor-outdoor roller coaster.
Minimum height requirement: 40 inches.
The Great LEGO® Race
Junior racers, start your engines for an action-packed road rally on The Great LEGO® Race. Featuring plenty of hairpin turns, hills and thrills, this automative escapade puts kids firmly in the driver’s seat.
Minimum height requirement: 42 inches.
Family-Friendly Coasters at Fun Spot America
With two locations in the Orlando area, Fun Spot America packs major thrills for visitors of all ages. Head to their International Drive amusement park to scream on these family-friendly coasters, and be sure to check out their other thrilling attractions — including the world’s tallest SkyCoaster in Kissimmee — for more grown-up thrills.
Discover: Top Things to Do at Fun Spot America
White Lightning
Kick it old school on White Lightning, the only wooden coaster in Orlando, reaching speeds up to 48 mph with incredible curves, hills and drops along the way.
Minimum height requirement: 46 inches.
Save on discount tickets: Fun Spot America
Sea Serpent
Made just for little ones, you can find this colorful serpent-themed coaster at Fun Spot America locations in Orlando and Kissimmee. It boasts relatively gentle turns and dips for a kid-friendly introduction to Orlando’s coaster scene.
Minimum height requirement: 36 inches.
Freedom Flyer
Soar through the sky on this inverted steel coaster, which employs a unique lap bar system for full upper body freedom. Feel free to throw your hands up and let your legs dangle as you twist and turn to victory.
Minimum height requirement: 38 inches.
More Roller Coaster Thrills for Big Kids in Orlando
For more gravity-defying thrills, including high-speed options for big kids and adults, be sure to check out our full roller coaster roundup. There, you’ll find everything you need to race with raptors, escape the mighty Kraken and more.
Discover: Orlando Roller Coaster Guide
For easy reference, here are some of the minimum height requirements for Orlando’s larger coasters.
48 Inches: Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™ and Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Orlando Resort; Ice Breaker™ at SeaWorld Orlando; Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster® Starring Aerosmith and TRON Lightcycle / Run at Walt Disney World.
51 Inches: Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando Resort.
54 Inches: The Incredible Hulk Coaster® at Universal Orlando Resort; Kraken®, Mako®, Manta® and Pipeline: The Surf Coaster at SeaWorld Orlando.
© 2024 DreamWorks Animation LLC.
HARRY POTTER and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling
Universal elements and all related indicia © & ™ Universal Studios. All rights reserved.
Stay Connected to Orlando
You never know what we’ll dream up next. Connect with Visit Orlando’s Vacation Planning Services for free, personalized assistance, and follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Threads and YouTube for valuable offers, exclusive tips, fresh attractions and the latest events. You can also subscribe to our eNewsletter for more information from Orlando: Theme Park Capital of the World.
Have feedback about this blog? Let us know.
