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Construct your own Buckingham Palace

Capture the elegance of London's iconic landmark with 780 LEGO pieces. A stately addition to any Architecture collection!

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🏛 Architecture
Set #21029

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is a surprisingly detailed and elegant microscale recreation of the iconic London landmark.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for teens and adults interested in architecture and iconic landmarks. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 780 pcs 🎂 Ages 12+
★★★★☆ 4.1

Fans appreciate the set's accurate representation of Buckingham Palace and its elegant design. Some reviewers note that the build can be repetitive, but the final result is a satisfying display piece. The set is generally considered a good value for its price and size.

MSRP
$49.99
Best Price
$60.00
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📝 Our Take

Buckingham Palace is a surprisingly detailed and elegant microscale recreation of the iconic London landmark. Despite its relatively small piece count, the set manages to capture the essence of the palace's architecture, including the famous balcony and forecourt. The inclusion of miniature vehicles and the Victoria Memorial adds a touch of realism and charm.

This set is perfect for LEGO Architecture enthusiasts and Anglophiles seeking a sophisticated display piece. The building experience is engaging without being overly complex, making it suitable for older teens and adults. Its compact size allows for easy placement on shelves or desks, adding a touch of British royalty to any space.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more detailed models or sets with minifigures and play features. This set is purely for display and offers limited interactive elements. Consider the larger LEGO Creator Expert sets like the Tower Bridge (10214-1) for a more substantial building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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780
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
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10cm × 20cm × 19cm
Dimensions
Build Highlights:
  • Clever use of small elements to create intricate details
  • Interesting techniques for replicating the palace's facade
  • The base provides a stable and attractive display platform
  • The inclusion of miniature vehicles adds a touch of realism

📈 Investment Analysis

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Buckingham Palace (21029-1) presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired LEGO Architecture set, it benefits from the theme's popularity and the subject matter's iconic status. The set's relatively low MSRP and manageable piece count make it accessible to a wide range of collectors. The price trend is rising, suggesting increasing demand. However, the Architecture theme is known for producing many sets, so returns may be gradual rather than explosive. Investors should monitor price trends and consider holding the set for long-term appreciation.

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📖 About This Set

Build a LEGO® brick model of London's official royal residence. This magnificent model focuses on the palace's east wing with its famous balcony, forecourt and palace gates. A section of the Mall is also depicted, complete with a double-decker bus, black taxicab and the Victoria Memorial. The model has been designed to deliver an interesting and rewarding building experience and is suitable for display in the home and office. It has been developed for all with an interest in architecture, travel, history and design.

  • LEGO® Architecture interpretation of the real-world architectural landmark, Buckingham Palace.
  • Features the neoclassical facade of the palace's east wing and includes the Royal Standard flag, forecourt and palace gates, plus a section of the Mall with Victoria Memorial, red double-decker bus and a black taxicab.
  • The included booklet contains information about the design, architecture and history of the building (English language only. Other languages available for download at LEGO.com/architecture).
  • Collect the entire LEGO® Architecture series.
  • LEGO® Architecture celebrates the world of architecture through the medium of the LEGO brick, and is developed for all with an interest in travel, architecture, history and design.
  • This set includes over 700 LEGO® pieces.
  • This set offers an age-appropriate building experience for ages 12+.
  • Measures 3” (10cm) high, 7” (20cm) wide and 7” (19cm) deep.

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO Architecture sets, Buckingham Palace offers a balance of detail and affordability. While sets like the Empire State Building (21046-1) are taller and more imposing, Buckingham Palace captures a different kind of architectural elegance. Its smaller size makes it a more convenient display piece for those with limited space. For those seeking a similar level of detail in a different style, consider the LEGO Architecture San Francisco (21043-1).

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 66 unique parts • 672 total pieces

Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 White
Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
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Brick 1 x 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 1 x 3
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Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 22× Dark Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 18674 White
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
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Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
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Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
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Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
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Window 1 x 2 x 2 2/3 with Rounded Top Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 30044 Light Bluish Gray
Window 1 x 2 x 2 2/3 Pane Lattice Diamond with Rounded Top Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 30046 Black
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
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Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
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Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
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Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
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Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
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Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
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Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
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Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
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Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
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Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
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Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
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Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
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Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
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Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 22× Tan
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Olive Green
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
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Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
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Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
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Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
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Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Light Bluish Gray
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Tan
Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30565 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b White
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 33× Dark Tan
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
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Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
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Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
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Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
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Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
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Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
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Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 10× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
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Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 14× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 11× Tan
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
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Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
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Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Red
Fence Lattice 1 x 4 x 1 Fence Lattice 1 x...
Part #: 3633 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
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Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
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Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
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Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
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Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 14× Tan
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b Yellow
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Black
Tile 1 x 8 with 'Buckingham Palace' Print Tile 1 x 8 with '...
Part #: 4162pr0046 Black
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Arch 1 x 3 Brick Arch 1 x 3
Part #: 4490 Tan
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 White
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865b Tan
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 49668 White
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Clear
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 62× Tan
Panel 1 x 1 x 1 Corner Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...
Part #: 6231 Tan
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Red
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Tan
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Black
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Dark Tan
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 14× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Tan
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 18× Tan
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Dark Tan
Window 1 x 2 x 2 Castle Window 1 x 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 90195 Tan
Minifig Trophy Statuette Minifig Trophy St...
Part #: 90398 Pearl Gold
Panel 2 x 2 x 1 Corner Panel 2 x 2 x 1 C...
Part #: 91501 Tan
Plate 2 x 14 Plate 2 x 14
Part #: 91988 Black
Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
Part #: 92438 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick and Axle Separator v2.0 Brick and Axle Se...
Part #: 96874 Orange
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 22× Olive Green
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Tan
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 99206 Black
The set offers a good selection of Tan and Dark Tan elements, useful for creating architectural details and landscapes. The Olive Green round tiles are a nice touch for adding subtle color variations. The quantity of round 1x1 tan plates is also useful.

🛒 Where to Buy

LEGO (UK)
✓ In Stock
£44.99
Walmart
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$47.49
Target
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$49.99
LEGO (DE)
✓ In Stock
€49.99
LEGO (US)
✓ In Stock
$49.99
eBay
✓ In Stock
$60.00
LEGO (CA)
✓ In Stock
$69.99
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Olive Green Tile Round 1 x 1 (22x) $3.30
Dark Tan Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (33x) $3.30
Tan Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (62x) $3.10
Dark Tan Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) (22x) $4.40
Dark Tan Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (22x) $2.20
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$16.30

💡 MOC Potential

🏛 Expand the base to include more of The Mall and surrounding gardens
🏰 Use the parts to create a smaller-scale medieval castle or fortress
🏙 Incorporate the facade elements into a larger microscale city layout

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📖 Building Instructions 2

Buckingham Palace Instructions
BI 3018, 120+4/115+350G, 21029 V29
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Buckingham Palace Instructions
BI 3018/144+4/115+350g, 21029 V39
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Charts Inventory Statistics

66
Unique Parts
672
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1