No. 10668

Juniors

Princess Play Castle

The Princess Play Castle is an adorable entry point into the world of LEGO.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jan 2014 to Dec 2015

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 4+ · Beginner build Young children discovering LEGO for the first time.
Build
150 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost
Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★☆☆ 3.2 community rating from 27 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's simplicity and bright colors, making it a great starter set for young children. However, some experienced builders may find the build too basic and the piece selection limited.

📝 Our Take

The Princess Play Castle is an adorable entry point into the world of LEGO. Released under the Juniors theme, it's designed for younger builders with larger bricks and simpler construction techniques, making it a perfect starter set for aspiring LEGO enthusiasts.

This set is perfect for young children aged 4-7 who are just beginning their LEGO journey. It provides a fun and engaging building experience with bright colors and a charming castle design that sparks imaginative play.

Skip this if you are an experienced builder looking for a challenging project or intricate details. This set is geared towards simplicity and playability rather than complex building techniques; consider the LEGO Disney Castle (43222-1) for a more advanced build.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩
150
Pieces
⏱
1.5h
Estimated Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
👤
4-7
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Easy-to-follow instructions for young builders
  • Large, colorful bricks that are easy to handle
  • Simple construction techniques perfect for beginners
  • Encourages imaginative play with a princess theme

📈 Investment Analysis

↑ Trending up since release
B
Investment Grade
Retired
The Princess Play Castle, being a retired Juniors set, has seen a significant price increase over its original MSRP. Its appeal lies in its simplicity and target audience of young children and parents seeking nostalgic sets. While the piece count is low, the set's retired status and the enduring popularity of princess-themed LEGO sets contribute to its investment potential. However, it's important to note that Juniors sets, in general, do not command the same premium as more complex or licensed sets. The investment potential is moderate, with steady appreciation expected, but not a rapid surge.

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📖 About This Set

Venture into the Princess Play Castle for a world of magical, storybook fun!

The Princess Play Castle is a magical world of imagination and fun. Groom the beautiful cat at the grooming station and walk across the drawbridge to the fairytale castle with lots of pink bricks. There’s even a slide for the princess to play on. This iconic set comes in a pretty pink storage box, so it makes an ideal gift set. Use the supplied building instructions to rebuild the set into a play garden with a slide and seesaw or the princess’ royal bedchamber. Includes a princess minifigure and her cat.

  • Includes a princess minifigure and her cat
  • Features a castle with slide, drawbridge, tower with flags and flowers, and a grooming station 
  • Accessories include a food bowl, grooming brush and a royal jewel
  • Groom the cat with the brush to keep it looking lovely
  • Play on the slide with the princess
  • Comes with attractive pink and purple bricks
  • Use the included building instructions to rebuild into a play garden or a royal bedchamber
  • Comes in an iconic and sturdy LEGO® container that is great for storage or travel
  • Easy to Build elements are perfect for developing building skills
  • Includes age appropriate building instructions
  • LEGO® Juniors is the perfect introduction to LEGO® brick building
  • Castle measures over 7” (20cm) high, 5” (13cm) wide and 5” (14cm) deep
  • Iconic LEGO® container measures over 5” (15cm) high, 7” (19cm) wide and 7” (19cm) deep

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO princess sets, the Princess Play Castle is much simpler and designed for younger children. Sets like the LEGO Disney Castle (43222-1) offer a more complex and detailed building experience but are also significantly more expensive. This set provides a great entry point for young builders before moving on to more challenging projects. It's also a more affordable option compared to larger princess-themed sets.

1 Minifigure Included

The set includes a Princess in White and Medium Blue Dress. This minifigure is unique to the set, making it a desirable addition for minifigure collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
150
Parts cataloged in this inventory
57 unique parts, 146 pieces
Minifigures
1

The official piece count includes the 4 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

The set features a variety of brightly colored bricks, particularly in Bright Pink and Pearl Gold, which are useful for creating vibrant and whimsical builds. The inclusion of Pearl Gold windows adds a touch of elegance to any creation.

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💎 Notable Parts

Bright Pink Brick 1 x 2 (10x)
Pearl Gold Window 1 x 2 x 3 Pane Latticed with Thick Corner Tabs (4x)
Bright Light Orange Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals (7x)

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the castle with additional towers and walls.
🌳 Create a beautiful garden surrounding the castle.
🚗 Build a royal carriage for the princess.

From the community

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 4 videos

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk summary

The LEGO Disney Princess sets reviewed by MyBrickTime receive neutral sentiment, focusing primarily on showcasing the building process and features of each set. The videos highlight the included minifigures and play features without strong positive or negative opinions.

Community Sentiment

Based on 4 YouTube reviews

Reddit

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive
0
Mixed
4
Critical
0

BlockTalk analysis

The LEGO Disney Princess sets reviewed by MyBrickTime receive neutral sentiment, focusing primarily on showcasing the building process and features of each set. The videos highlight the included minifigures and play features without strong positive or negative opinions.

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk summary

MyBrickTime's reviews consistently cover the building process and minifigures included in each set, such as Ariel, Aurora, Maleficent, Jasmine, and Mulan. The reviews are descriptive, focusing on the set's contents and design rather than personal opinions.

Community content: these reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Building Instructions

5 booklets, as PDF

  1. 01 10668_X_10668 WEB BI Download PDF
  2. 02 BI 3003/32- 10668 BOOK 1/2 V29 Download PDF
  3. 03 BI 3003/32- 10668 BOOK 1/2 V39 Download PDF
  4. 04 BI 3003/20 - 10668 BOOK 2/2 V29 Download PDF
  5. 05 BI 3003/20 - 10668 BOOK 2/2 V39 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

57 Unique Parts

150 Official Piece Count

146 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

1 Minifigures

11 Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 4 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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