Today, we pick up our tour of Disneyland Park in California with a look at the most recent land to be added. Mickey's Toontown, inspired in part by the film Who Framed Roger Rabbit, opened here in 1993. According to legend it had been here all the time, and Mickey and the gang just finally decided to open up their little community to visitors.
Of course, Mickey's Toontown is the place to meet the Big Cheese and other popular Disney characters. Mickey can often be found hard at work in the Movie Barn out behind his house. The land is also a visual delight, full of bright colors and cartoony places to explore, from Goofy's wacky abode to Chip and Dale's Treehouse.
Donald's boat, the Miss Daisy, is docked in Toon Lagoon. Be sure to head inside for a look at his on board living quarters. He keeps things homey with pictures of Daisy, his nephews and best pals Jose and Panchito.
People tend to think of Mickey's Toontown as being exclusively for children, but adults are welcome to enjoy the fun, too. Personally, I love the Jolly Trolley, even if it is only a photo op these days. At one time, the Jolly Trolley travelled a route from Downtown Toontown out to Mickey's house. As it turned out, the ride was a bit too short and way too wobbly, so the attraction was ultimately retired. It's still fun to look at, though!
Of course, the main attraction in Toontown is Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin, a wild ride through the streets of Toontown aboard Lenny the Cab (cousin of Benny from the film). It's great fun, even if you run into some Dip, but it's not the only thing to do downtown. Check back tomorrow, and I'll have even more Toontown fun for you.
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