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Accessibility at Universal Studios Singapore

Welcome to Universal Studios Singapore (USS)! Get ready for a sun-drenched, thrilling, and incredibly welcoming experience in Southeast Asia's premier theme park. USS offers a world of enchantment for all its visitors, including those with disabilities. Recognizing the importance of accessibility and inclusivity, USS has made significant strides in ensuring that people with disabilities can experience the joy and wonder of the park to the fullest. From wheelchair-accessible rides to accommodations that cater to a variety of needs, the park aims to be a welcoming space for everyone.


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This guide is crafted to navigate the world of disabled USS, offering insights into planning your visit, navigating the parks with ease, and making the most of the attractions and activities. It delves into the specifics of which rides you can enjoy, accessible restaurants within USS, and how to take advantage of the park's accommodations for disabilities.


Planning Your Universal Studios Singapore Visit: Smooth Sailing Ahead!


A little preparation can make all the difference for a fantastic day out. Here’s what you need to know before you even step foot in the park:


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  • The Essential Rider’s Guide: This is your best friend for the day! Upon arrival, make sure to pick up a complimentary Rider's Guide at Guest Services, located near the main entrance of the park. This guide provides detailed information on boarding procedures, specific accommodations for each attraction, and the physical requirements for entering or exiting ride vehicles and other attraction areas. It’s an invaluable tool for planning your day safely and comfortably.


  • Getting There: Parking Made Easy: For those arriving by car, accessibility parking spaces are available within Resorts World Sentosa for vehicles displaying an Accessibility Parking Permit.


  • Mobility Device & Storage Rentals: If you need a manual wheelchair or stroller, limited quantities are available for rental on a first-come, first-served basis. You’ll find the rental facility conveniently located just inside the main entrance turnstiles of the theme park. A non-refundable rental fee applies. Storage space for bulky items is also available here.


  • Locker Up for Fun! Each ride at USS has its own unique loose-article restrictions. Lockers are available at the entrance of popular attractions like Battlestar Galactica: Human vs Cylon, Revenge of the Mummy, and Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure (additional fees may apply). Remember, never try to retrieve a lost item while on a ride; notify a Team Member for assistance.


  • Team Member Assistance & Companions: The friendly Universal Studios Singapore Team Members are always eager to assist you in making your day pleasant. While they are experts at providing information and guidance, please note they are not trained in lifting or carrying techniques and cannot provide physical assistance. Therefore, it is highly suggested that guests with disabilities bring a companion who can provide any necessary physical support.


  • Got Questions Before You Go? If you have specific questions before your visit, you can email their Guest Services Team at attractions@rwsentosa.com. Just allow several days for a response due to high email volume. Once you're in the park, feel free to stop by Guest Services near the main entrance for immediate assistance.


Navigating the Park with Ease and Comfort


Universal Studios Singapore is thoughtfully designed with accessibility in mind, ensuring you can move around freely and enjoy every moment.


  • Wheelchair-Friendly Zones: All shopping and dining facilities across the park are wheelchair accessible. Many entertainment offerings also feature clearly marked reserved areas for guests with disabilities.


  • Restrooms for Everyone: All restrooms within the theme park are accessible for guests using wheelchairs. Additionally, each male and female restroom includes a larger lavatory for those requiring extra space. For families, baby changing tables are available in all guest restroom facilities throughout the park.


  • First Aid & Family Services: Should you need any medical assistance, First Aid is readily available within the park. For families with young children, a Baby Care Centre offers nursing facilities, a private nursing room, baby changing area, and formula preparation facilities. Take advantage of their child swap program, allowing one parent to wait with a child while others enjoy a ride, then swap places so everyone gets to experience the fun.


  • Accessible Queues: The queue experience is often an integral part of an attraction's story. Thankfully, all attractions have a select entrance accessible to guests using standard wheelchairs. There are specific boarding requirements and accommodations for wheelchairs at each attraction, so always check with a Team Member.


Accessible Thrills: Rides, Attractions, and Shows!


Universal Studios Singapore offers a fantastic range of attractions, with many designed to be inclusive. It's crucial to consult the official Rider's Guide for specific details on each attraction, as requirements can vary.


Guests Using Standard Wheelchairs: You’ll be happy to know that several shows and attractions allow guests to remain in their standard manual wheelchairs throughout the experience. These include:


  • Pantages Hollywood Theater
  • Lights, Camera, Action! Hosted by Steven Spielberg
  • WaterWorld
  • Donkey LIVE
  • Shrek 4-D Adventure
  • Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (reserved viewing areas)
  • Buggie Boogie (chariot vehicle designed for wheelchairs)


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Guests Using Motorized Wheelchairs & ECVs: Please note that ride vehicles and attraction queues at Universal Studios Singapore are not designed to accommodate Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) or motorized wheelchairs. However, guests may transfer from their ECV or motorized wheelchair into a standard wheelchair, which can be provided at each attraction location. Many attractions also have specially designed ride vehicle seats to better assist with transfers from standard wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs, or ECVs.


Oxygen Tanks & Medical Devices: Due to the dramatic movement and special effects, oxygen tanks are generally not permitted on board attractions, with exceptions for Pantages Hollywood Theater, WaterWorld, Donkey LIVE, and stationary seating at Shrek 4-D Adventure and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.


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Important Ride Considerations:


  • Physical Requirements: For many rides, you should be able to continuously grasp the restraint or grab bar with at least one upper extremity and independently maintain yourself in an upright position while seated for the duration of the ride. Some rides also require absorbing sudden and dramatic movements.


  • Missing Limbs & Prosthesis: Some attractions require the removal of prosthetic limbs before riding (e.g., Battlestar Galactica: CYLON/HUMAN, Canopy Flyer) to prevent hazards or loss. Others require securing prosthetic limbs (e.g., Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, Revenge of the Mummy, Enchanted Airways, Puss In Boots’ Giant Journey, Transformers The Ride). If you have questions, always ask a Team Member or visit Guest Services. Specific attractions also have boarding requirements for riders missing lower limbs or partial lower limbs.


  • Casts or Braces: Guests with casts or braces may not be permitted on rides where they could pose a hazard. If in doubt, consult an attraction Team Member or Guest Services.


  • Health Conditions: Be aware that certain attractions are not recommended for guests with back, neck, heart conditions, abnormal blood pressure, recent surgery, or conditions aggravated by the ride experience. Expectant mothers are also not allowed on certain attractions. If you suspect your health could be at risk, it's best to avoid the attraction.


  • Height Requirements: Most attractions have minimum height requirements. Children within a certain height range often need to be accompanied by a Supervising Companion (aged 14 or older who meets all ride requirements). Hand-held infants are not permitted on many attractions.


Specific Attraction Highlights (Always refer to the Rider's Guide for full details):


  • Hollywood: Pantages Hollywood Theater (allows wheelchairs/ECVs).


  • New York: Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase (special vehicle seat for transfers), Lights, Camera, Action! Hosted by Steven Spielberg (allows wheelchairs/ECVs, stationary viewing available).


  • Sci-Fi City: Accelerator (special vehicle seat for transfers), Battlestar Galactica: CYLON & HUMAN (test seat available, special vehicle seat for transfers), TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle (guests using mobility devices should see Team Member for info, special vehicle seat for transfers).


  • Ancient Egypt: Revenge of the Mummy (test seat available, special vehicle seat for transfers), Treasure Hunters (special vehicle seat for transfers).


  • The Lost World: Canopy Flyer (special vehicle seat for transfers), Dino-Soarin’ (special vehicle seat for transfers), Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure (special vehicle seat for transfers), WaterWorld (reserved viewing for wheelchairs/ECVs).


  • Far Far Away: Donkey LIVE (reserved viewing for wheelchairs/ECVs), Magic Potion Spin (special vehicle seat for transfers), Shrek 4-D Adventure (reserved viewing for wheelchairs/ECVs, stationary seating available), Enchanted Airways (special vehicle seat for transfers), Puss In Boots’ Giant Journey (special vehicle seat for transfers).


  • Minion Land: Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (reserved viewing for standard wheelchairs, special vehicle seat for transfers, stationary seating available), Silly Swirly (special vehicle seat for transfers), Buggie Boogie (chariot vehicle for standard wheelchairs).


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Enhancing Your Sensory Experience


Universal Studios Singapore also offers various accommodations for guests with sensory needs:


  • Hearing Disabilities: Many queues are equipped with amplified audio for assistive listening. Assistive listening devices are available for loan at Guest Services for attractions like Pantages Hollywood Theater, Lights, Camera, Action!, WaterWorld, Donkey LIVE, and Shrek 4-D Adventure. Captioning is also available on selected monitors in queues for entertainment material, and all safety-related content is captioned in English and Simplified Chinese. Captioning is specifically available at Lights, Camera, Action! (pre-show in Simplified Chinese), Shrek 4-D Adventure (pre-show and main theatre in English), and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (pre-show and pre-load area in English and Simplified Chinese).


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  • Vision Disabilities & Service Animals: Service animals are welcome but must remain on a leash or harness and under the control of their handler. Each attraction has specific entry/boarding requirements for service animals. Guests may experience Pantages Hollywood Theatre, Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase, Lights, Camera, Action! Hosted by Steven Spielberg, Transformers The Ride, Treasure Hunters, Waterworld, Donkey LIVE, Magic Potion Spin, Shrek 4D, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and Buggie Boogie with their service animal. Portable kennels are available upon request for attractions where animals are not permitted or if the owner prefers. A designated walking area for service animals is located near the entrance to WaterWorld.


Final Thoughts: Go Forth and Have a Ball!


Universal Studios Singapore is committed to providing an inclusive and exhilarating experience for all its visitors. By utilizing the comprehensive Rider's Guide, planning your visit using this information, and feeling confident to approach any Team Member for assistance, you're all set for an unforgettable day.


We hope this guide helps you plan a truly fresh, sunny, and engaging adventure at Universal Studios Singapore. Enjoy the incredible rides, the dazzling shows, and the vibrant atmosphere, knowing that accessibility is a priority. Have an amazing time creating magical memories!


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For more accessible information regarding Universal Studios Singapore, please visit Universal Studios Singapore.


For more information on accessible travel and local insights in Singapore, including hotels, attractions, venues, tours, and transport, visit Accessible Singapore.