Best LEGO Sets for Adults in the UK

LEGO 42083 Technic Bugatti Chiron Car is insanely detailed. What we have here is an exclusive 1:8 scale replica model that has been designed in partnership with the folk at Bugatti. The model does an excellent job capturing the essence of these quintessential super sports car that combines cutting-edge performance with daring aesthetics. The model car incorporates gleaming aerodynamic bodywork, logoed spoked rims with low-profile tyres, and detailed brake discs.

The automobile's accessible cockpit comes equipped with an 8-speed gearbox that features a movable paddle gearshift. The rear lid lets you observe the W16 engine with moving pistons connected to the drivetrain.

The active rear wing allows you to insert the top speed key and switch the wing from handling to the top speed position.

Beneath the model's hood, you'll find the set's unique serial number and enough storage space for an elegant Bugatti overnight bag.

The car measures 56 x 32 x 14 centimetres in overall dimensions, so it isn't necessarily too small but that's what you get from a 1:8 replica.

Bottom line, LEGO 42083 Technic Bugatti Chiron Car is the best LEGO set for adults we've looked at. The 3599-piece replica model looks, feels, and basically works like the real thing. The attention to detail here is pretty much unprecedented and downright awesome.

Is there a fictional carrier more renowned and legendary than Millenium Falcon? Don't answer, it was a rhetorical question, there isn't. Well, with this set, you'll be able to build your very own but meticulously authentic replica of the aforementioned starship.

As it is often the case with these expensive sets, the attention to details here is off the charts. Among the 1414 pieces, you'll find a 2-minifigure cockpit with a detachable canopy, two spring-loaded shooters, a sensor dish, ramp, rotating top and bottom laser turrets with 2 minifigure seats, opening hull plates, the list goes on.

This LEGO set will allow you to jump in the rotating laser turrets and fire the said spring-loaded shooters. Tired of fighting? There's an espresso machine in the cockpit, why don't you grab a cup there? After that, you can open the hull plates, access the cargo area, and kick back with our favourite vest-wearing character and his friends. You can even entertain a Dejarik session with Chewbacca. Just keep in mind that the guy is a sore loser and will likely flip the board if you don't let him win once in a while.

Again, the starship is as authentic and detailed as they come, supplied with a detachable escape craft, missile storage compartment, as well as a buildable hyperdrive with repair tools. Fix the damn thing and you'll be able to make the Kessel run in less than 12 parsecs.

What else is there to add? LEGO 75212 Kessel Run Millennium Falcon is easily the best gift for a Star Wars fan that money can buy. The legendary fictional starship is as detailed as they come. In addition to the crew (Han, Chewie, and Lando), this LEGO set includes Qi’ra, Quay Tolsite, BB-BD, and a Kessel droid.

The LEGO 42096 Technic Porsche 911 is one of the most true-to-life replicas included in our review. At the very first glance at this excellent car, you get a strong impression that a lot of effort has been put into bringing this race car to life.

For starters, just like the original vehicle, this toy has no additional parts that might obstruct the driver's view or increase the car’s weight in any way.

Furthermore, unlike other technic LEGO kits, this Porsche features headlights that look just like real. Since the original car takes part in 24-hour races, it is not a bad idea to pay extra attention to the headlights even in a replica model.

As a nice touch, the included authentic stickers even include the road maps that you can put on the inner side of the driver’s door.

The only slight niggle with the set is that because it's a single model piece no conversion options are possible. However, considering the high quality of the kit and how stunning the assembled 911 looks, we doubt you'd want to change it.

In the end, if you're looking for a stunning display racing car to enjoy family time with your teen kids, the LEGO 42096 Technic Porsche 911 is the best LEGO Technic kit to consider.

LEGO 21045 Architecture Trafalgar Square strikes the perfect balance between detailed and affordable. The Trafalgar Square interpretation looks very similar to the real square, incorporating a decorative nameplate that works wonders capturing the essence of this historical London landmark.

The detailed 1197-piece set includes the national gallery, Nelson's Column flanked by four lions, two Trafalgar Square fountains, among other parts. The national gallery features removable panels that let you access the gallery's detailed interior, including brick-built statues and paintings. The fountains look as realistic as LEGO pieces allow can make them look.

In addition to these massive essential parts, the set features tree-lined borders, ornate lampposts, two London buses, two black cabs, and a tiled baseplate that depicts the surrounding roads.

Despite how detailed the set is, the whole thing assembled measures 24 x 20 x 12 centimetres in overall dimensions, making the whole square ridiculously compact. The only issue with that is there are many very small pieces that can make the set hard to assemble.

In short, LEGO 21045 Architecture Trafalgar Square delivers the most rewarding building experience to all people whose interests align with architecture, travel, history, and design. It will let you celebrate the world of architecture and offer a real assembly challenge as well.

LEGO 21034 Architecture Skyline Model is affordable first and foremost. The set isn't as detailed as every other set on this list. But the price more than reflects that. This is a casual LEGO set. It does a decent job replicating London skyline.

The set features the National Gallery, London Eye, Nelson's Column, Big Ben (the Elizabeth Tower), Thames River, and Tower Bridge. Plus, the model is completed with a decorative London nameplate.

The 468-piece small set is really easy to assemble. It doesn't take too much time nor effort. The set will prove suitable enough for any individual over 12 years old with an interest in architecture, travel, and history.

The set is perfectly scaled to offer an accurate representation of the structure's comparative sizes, including true-to-life colour depiction.

When assembled, the set adds up to 28 x 8 x 15 centimetres in overall dimensions, so you should have no issues finding enough space for the model in your house/at work.

The only somewhat major issue we have with the set is that the London Eye part is slightly unstable.

Apart from that, LEGO 21034 Architecture Skyline Model offers excellent value for its price. The set is compatible with all LEGO construction sets, allowing for inventive building.