Theme parks throughout Florida have constantly made changes to their COVID-19 guidelines as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has updated their guidance throughout the pandemic.
ABC Action News has compiled a list of each theme park's mask policy to help you while planning your next trip.
NOTE: The information below is subject to change. Please check back for the latest information.
Busch Gardens Tampa/Adventure Island
Face coverings will no longer be required for guests at Busch Gardens Tampa and Adventure Island who are fully vaccinated in accordance with CDC guidance. We will not require proof of vaccine, but ask our guests to respectfully comply with our revised policy.
For more COVID-19 guidelines at Busch Gardens Tampa and Adventure Island, click here.
Legoland Florida Resort
As we continue our efforts to align with CDC guidance, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort guests who are fully vaccinated will only be required to wear face masks while on rides. All guests eight years of age and older who are not fully vaccinated must wear face masks while indoors and on rides. Of course, all guests are free to continue to wear masks in any location if they choose to do so. We will rely on our Theme Park, Water Park and Hotel guests to follow the guidelines accurately based on their vaccination status. Face coverings are still required for LEGOLAND Florida Resort employees.
Face coverings should not be placed on:
• Children under 2 years of age
For more COVID-19 guidelines at Legoland Florida Resort, click here.
SeaWorld Orlando/Aquatica Orlando/Discovery Cove
Face coverings will no longer be required for guests at SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove who are fully vaccinated in accordance with CDC guidance. We will not require proof of vaccine, but ask our guests to respectfully comply with our revised policy.
For more COVID-19 guidelines at SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove, click here.
Walt Disney World
Beginning June 15, face coverings will be optional for fully vaccinated Guests in most areas. Face coverings will still be required of all Guests on Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails and Disney Skyliner. While we will not require proof of vaccination, we expect Guests who are not fully vaccinated to continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations, and upon entering and throughout all attractions and transportation.
Currently, face coverings are required for all Guests (ages 2 and up) and Cast Members. Please bring your own face coverings and wear them in all indoor locations, except when actively eating or drinking while stationary and maintaining appropriate physical distancing. Face coverings are optional in outdoor common areas at Walt Disney World Resort, but are still required upon entering and throughout all attractions, theaters and transportation.
All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) must:
- Be made with at least 2 layers of breathable material
- Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin
- Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
- Be secured with ties or ear loops and allow the Guest to remain hands-free
For more COVID-19 guidelines at Walt Disney World, click here.
Universal Orlando Resort (Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal’s Volcano Bay)
In accordance with CDC guidelines, face coverings are no longer required for fully vaccinated guests, indoors or outdoors. While we do not require proof of vaccination, we do expect those who are not fully vaccinated to wear face coverings while indoors. We encourage all guests to keep a safe distance between travel parties, and we remain focused on maintaining the highest cleanliness and sanitization standards.
Here are the latest safety updates for your visit.
- Face coverings are no longer required for fully vaccinated guests
- We do not require proof of vaccinations
- Guests who are not fully vaccinated are still expected to wear face coverings while indoors
- We encourage all guests to keep a safe distance between travel parties
- We remain focused on maintaining the highest cleanliness and sanitization standards
For more COVID-19 guidelines at Universal Orlando Resort, click here.
