There's something so satisfying about building with Legos. Completing a Lego set takes time and patience, so when you've finally finished, it feels like quite the accomplishment. As an added bonus, these projects inspire people to bring out their creative side, too.
From building the your favorite race car to a scene fromt he "Wicked" movie, there’s always a new and exciting set to purchase — the possibilities are endless! We’ve created a curated list of unique gifts and Lego sets that anyone will love, from creative kids to nostalgia-loving adults.
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Best Lego sets and gifts for kids
Lego Darth Vader Key Chain
Pieces: 1 | Good for ages: 6+
"Star Wars" fans will be thrilled with this Darth Vader key chain they can throw on any set of keys or backpack! Production coordinator Camryn Privette says she thinks it would make the perfect stocking stuffer.
Lego Lady Liberty Keychain
Pieces: 1 | Good for ages: 6+
Associate editor Kamari Stewart bought these as stocking stuffers for her little sisters who recently moved to another state. "I thought it'd be a cute way for them to always carry a little piece of home," she says.
Lego Friends Beach Buggy Fun
Pieces: 61 | Good for ages: 4+
Hang ten at the beach this winter with this fun toy car from Lego. Kids can role play and expand their imagination with this set that includes a toy beach buggy, wave, a pug and a dolphin. Get ready for hours of fun as you watch your children hit the high seas without getting wet.
Lego Gingerbread Ornaments
Pieces: 190 | Good for ages: 6+
Myself (Bender) and Stewart have their own sets of these gingerbread ornaments proudly hanging on their trees at home. Not only were they a treat to put together, they’ve also held up well in storage over time.
Lego 2K Drive
Good for ages: 10+ | Available on: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Series X and Series S, Microsoft Windows
Adrenaline seekers, start your engines! This new whimsical racing game — the first for Lego — is set in Bricklandia, where they can drive on land, offroad, on open waters or anywhere else where they feel the need for speed. They can also customize the vehicle of their dreams with the creation tool.
Lego Duplo Spin's Motorcycle Adventure
Pieces: 24 | Good for ages: 2+
Stewart recently gifted this to her Spidey-loving nephew who immediately put it together and got to playing. The set comes with everything little ones need to recreate scenes from the show "Spidey and His Amazing Friends" or use their imagination to act out new scenarios.
Lego Cruella & Maleficent
Pieces: 320 | Good for ages: 10+
If your child wants cool decor that they built themselves, look no further than the Brickheadz collection. Kids can build iconic Disney villains Cruella and Maleficent and put them on display or play with them through hibernation season.
Lego Duplo Classic Brick Box Building Set
Pieces: 65 | Good for ages: 1+
This Lego set is perfect for toddlers starting to learn essential developmental skills. This box includes a two children figures, along with pieces that can be built into toy houses, cars, trains and more.
Lego "Wicked" Glinda, Elphaba and Nessarose at Shiz University
Pieces: 304 | Good for ages: 7+
If they can't stop talking about, listening to or singing "Wicked" since it came out, we have a feeling this one will be a no-brainer. This set depicts the scene of Glinda's arrival to Shiz University where Elphaba, Nessarose and the beginning of their story awaits.
Lego Ninjago Dragons Rising: Sora’s Transforming Mech Bike Racer
Pieces: 384 | Good for ages: 8+
Ninjago is an incredibly popular line of Legos that has spun off movies and television shows. Kids can recreate the fun of the television show by building this posable, accessory-loaded mech set, which also doubles as a ninja bike.
Lego Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica
Pieces: 806 | Good for ages: 9+
Mini speedsters will love building a complex vehicle like this Lamborghini, complete with realistic detailing including functioning steering and a V10 engine with moving pistons. They can also use the Builder app to zoom in and rotate their in-the-works masterpiece during the construction stage.
Lego Friends Sea Rescue Center
Pieces: 376 | Good for ages: 7+
Kids can create an animal clinic where they can care for animal figurines with this fun Lego set. They’ll save the stranded otters after riding their jetskis with various rescue accessories, including a bottle!
“Not only did we love the fun details and interactive elements, such as the rotating platform, working doors, and hidden treasure chest, but it also served as an excellent platform to discuss important topics like marine life and conservation,” one recent shopper added about the “captivating playset.”
Lego Disney 100 and Pixar “Up” House
Pieces: 598 | Good for ages: 9+
Perfect for both children and adults alike, tap into nostalgia or feed into their love for the movie “Up” with this Lego set. Featuring familiar characters such as Doug, Russell and Carl, this set was created to celebrate 100 years of Disney. The set also includes the squirrel from Doug’s most famous one-liner.
Lego Horizon Adventures
Good for ages: 10+ | Available on: PS5, Nintendo Switch, PC
Fans of the "Horizon" video games will be thrilled to embark on this journey through Lego-versions of the land inspired by the classic series. At first, they'll play as Aloy — the main protagonist — but over time they can unlock other characters and play as them.
Lego I am Groot
Pieces: 476 | Good for ages: 10+
Associate editor Shannon Garlin gifted this fun toy to her eight-year-old nephew who is a huge fan of Groot and even dressed up as him for Halloween. This Marvel-themed set includes a pretend cassette tape so fans can relive the famous "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2" scene where Baby Groot dances.
Best Lego sets and gifts for adults
Lego Yellow Taxi
Pieces: 124 | Good for ages: 7+
This yellow taxi makes the ideal gift for the friend who has always dreamed of living in the Big Apple. This city-inspired Lego features side-view mirrors, license plates and even has turning rubber wheels to resemble a real-life taxi. Editorial assistant Sierra Hoeger gifted this novelty to her cousin last year because his parents used to live in New York City.
Lego Christmas Table Decoration
Pieces: 433 | Good for ages: 12+
My (Bender) brother built this for his apartment during the holiday season. It's not only a beautiful centerpiece but also a conversation starter!
Lego Icons Poinsettia
Pieces: 608 | Good for ages: 18+
If you lack a green thumb but want classic Christmas florals to be part of your decor, this Poinsettia set is the perfect compromise. "As much as I love flowers, I can't seem to keep them alive so this set was perfect for me," says Stewart. "It looks great on my coffee table and was so much fun to put together."
Lego Succulent Plant Decor Kit
Pieces: 771 | Good for ages: 18+
For the self-proclaimed horrible plant parent (we see you, we hear you, we are you), gift them with this succulent that will never perish, is good to leave be on long vacations and provides an activity for a "relaxing day off," as it did for one reviewer.
Lego Flower Bouquet
Pieces: 756 | Good for ages: 18+
Because real flowers wilt and perish within a week, gift the brickmaster in your life with these Lego flowers that will always provide a fresh look to their entryway table, coffee table or kitchen island. For even the most forgetful plant lover, there's no need to worry about watering these flowers.
Lego Ideas BTS Dynamite
Pieces: 749 | Good for ages: 18+
Recreate BTS's "Dynamite" music video with this set, which is based off the award-winning single. With the entire band included, the backdrop features a strip that homes a donut shop, record store and disco, complete with an ice cream truck in the parking lot. Let their music be the soundtrack to a day full of putting together this summery music video.
Lego Tranquil Garden
Pieces: 1,363 | Good for ages: 18+
If you know a friend or family member who could use a little rest and relaxation, this tranquil garden Lego toy will certainly do the trick. This zen garden set comes with a pavilion, arched bridge, lotus flowers and more.
Lego Hokusai - The Great Wave
Pieces: 1,810 | Good for ages: 18+
If you're looking for something to keep on display year round, Lego has a great collection of iconic art pieces like this one: The Great Wave. It's one that Stewart has had her eye on for a while and is excited to gift her boyfriend for Christmas this year.
"It doesn't even look like Lego bricks from far away! You can't tell until you're up close, which I love," she says. "I can't wait to add it to a gallery wall. I know it'll blend right in."
Lego R2-D2
Pieces: 1,050 | Good for ages: 10+
True "Star Wars" fans will freak out over the details in this set from the rotating head and mini figures to the information plaque and stand! Privette got this set last year and built it over the holidays with her family.
Lego Icons Alpine Lodge
Pieces: 1,517 | Good for ages: 18+
Build your own personal winter village with this set that social media video producer Anita Chomenko recently built. By the end, you'll have built a three-story alpine lodge, outdoor skating area, toilet cabin, snowmobile and trailer.
"I was really impressed with all the details for the lodge. There’s an espresso bar station, stickers for artwork, the sign and even a light so the fireplace lights up!" raves Chomenko. "This is a great cozy activity to do with family and loved ones over the cold winter months."
Lego Vespa 125
Pieces: 1,106 | Good for ages: 18+
For the friend who can't stop daydreaming about their honeymoon or study abroad stint where highlights included riding a Vespa down cobble roads, gift them with memorabilia that will have them reminiscent of that time. "This set is a pleasant surprise as it embraces the spirit of the Vespa brand and what makes Lego stand out in their industry. It was a quick and fun build," said one reviewer.
Lego "Friends" Central Perk
Pieces: 1,070 | Good for ages: 16+
Adults will get a kick out of recreating their favorite "Friends" characters on the iconic Central Perk set. The coolest part is that it was a “Lego Idea,” meaning a fan submitted the set idea to the brand and it was made into reality.
Lego “Back to the Future” Delorean
Pieces: 1,872 | Good for ages: 18+
Great Scott! If they’re both ‘80s- and Lego-obsessed, gift them with the Delorean, the famous time-traveling vehicle from the “Back to the Future” series. Complete with Marty and Doc action figures, this set pays great attention to detail, with the opening gull doors and hoverboard accessory, among others. One reviewer raved about this set, which is “a blast to build and a joy to display.”
Lego Technic McLaren Formula 1 Race Car
Pieces: 1,434 | Good for ages: 18+
Treat the F1 fan in your life to this set modeled after a 2022 McLaren race car. According to the brand, it was developed in collaboration with the team at McLaren Racing and includes features such as a V6 cylinder engine with moving pistons, steering and suspension.
Lego Icons Jazz Club
Pieces: 2,899 | Good for ages: 18+
Ya like jazz? If the answer to that question is yes, then this nearly 3,000-piece set will keep you occupied for hours to come. Not only does it come with a clubby atmosphere for you to piece together, but it also includes an Italian restaurant, because the greatest jazz songs are all about a-pizza pies.
How we chose the best Lego gifts
The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there. We've shared our personal recommendations for Lego sets we've bought, gifted or had our eye on to make shopping easier for our readers.
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