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LEGO Golden Anniversary Set

Set #5522 · 2008 · 700 pieces · Substantial build

LEGO Golden Anniversary Set set 5522 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
5522
Name
Golden Anniversary Set
Year
2008
Pieces
700
Complexity
Substantial
Build Time
2-4 hours
Ages
10+
Type
Play-focused
LF
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About LEGO Golden Anniversary Set

LEGO Golden Anniversary Set (set #5522) is a large, detailed build with 700 pieces from the Make & Create theme, released in 2008. The Make & Create line features creative building kits and brick tubs for open-ended play. At 700 pieces, this is a substantial-level build with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours, suitable for ages 10+.

Set Highlights

  • 700 pieces at substantial complexity — a 2-4 hours build.
  • Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
  • Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 10+ builders.

Who Is This Set For?

Gift for Ages 10+

The substantial difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 10+ age range.

Weekend Build Project

700 pieces with an estimated 2-4 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.

Expanding a Make & Create Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Make & Create shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.

Build Tips

1

A five-minute sort by color or piece type before starting saves time hunting for specific bricks mid-step.

2

Follow the numbered steps in sequence — structural elements early in the build support everything that comes after.

3

Keep the instruction booklet after building — it's the most reliable reference for disassembly, cleaning, or reassembly after storage.

Finding Instructions

Building instructions for LEGO Golden Anniversary Set (#5522) are available as a free PDF on LEGO.com. You can also upload a photo of this set to LegoFinder to identify it and access the instructions directly.

Golden Anniversary Set FAQ

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