Ryan Gosling had a good reason for skipping the Oscars – he went to Disneyland instead.

The Hollywood heartthrob was noticeably absent from the red carpet at Sunday’s ceremony and it has now been revealed that he gave it a miss so he could enjoy the rides with director Guillermo del Toro.

The actor, a former Mickey Mouse Club Mouseketeer alongside the likes of Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake, was spotted riding in a Cars-themed vehicle alongside the filmmaker, with both in baseball caps.

And while he seemed to be trying to keep a low profile, Ryan was happy to chat to fans who recognised him as he wandered around the resort in Anaheim.

The 34–year-old also posed for pictures with admirers.

The Drive star’s partner Eva Mendes and their baby daughter didn’t seem to be with the actor at the Magic Kingdom.

However, a few years ago the couple were spotted on a romantic date at the park.

Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes at a premiere
Ryan Gosling took Eva Mendes to Disneyland on a date (Hubert Boesl/DPA)