Disneyland: Mickey's Toon Town

I have drawn attention at various times to various play areas in the different lands where children who might like rides but get tired of waiting in line can run and climb and just be kids. Mickey's Toon Town takes that to the next level.

It's actually my least favorite land, but that's okay; it's not for me. It's great that there is a place for kids.

In a way, it's like the Enchanted Forest was when I was growing up. You could walk by and peek in to the homes of beloved characters. In this case, there was a much bigger budget, so you can go in and explore, and there is climbing and sliding and water spouts.

Different types of homes that are appropriate for different types of characters give a nice variety. You have Chip 'n Dale's Treehouse, Donald's Boat, and Goofy's Playhouse.

Minnie's House and Mickey's House are perhaps a little more traditional in their structure, but Mickey's is much larger, and with better air-conditioning. This works well, because it is actually the line for meeting Mickey.

Restaurants add to the theme, referring to classic characters, blending in with the architectural style, and serving kid-friendly offerings. Thus you have Clarabelle's Frozen Yogurt, Pluto's Dog House, and Daisy's Diner, which serves slices of cheese or pepperoni pizza.

There are two regular rides as well.

Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin: You ride Benny the Cab through scenes from the movie. My sister appreciates that you can turn the wheel and the car will turn in that direction, which is true, but you are still going on the track, and I don't think it adds that much. This is not my favorite, possibly because the line always feels hot and stuffy.

Gadget's Go Coaster: This is a small roller coaster. It is a fast and smooth ride, but mild and really built with kids in mind. I think there used to be one like it at Camp Snoopy. One thing that sets this one apart is that, with the idea that it was built by Gadget of the Rescue Rangers, you see things that a rodent might use, like a rubber band, or blocks. It is cute. Larger adults might be uncomfortable.