LEGO The City of Lanterns
Set #80036 · 2022 · 2,187 pieces · Expert build
Set Details
- Set Number
- 80036
- Name
- The City of Lanterns
- Theme
- Monkie Kid
- Year
- 2022
- Pieces
- 2,187
- Complexity
- Expert
- Build Time
- 8-16 hours
- Ages
- 16+
- Type
- Both play and display
About LEGO The City of Lanterns
LEGO The City of Lanterns (set #80036) is one of the larger LEGO sets, requiring dedication and space with 2,187 pieces from the Monkie Kid theme, released in 2022. The Monkie Kid line features chinese mythology-inspired action sets featuring the Monkey King legend. At 2,187 pieces, this is a expert-level build with an estimated build time of 8-16 hours, suitable for ages 16+.
Set Highlights
- 2,187 pieces across multiple numbered bags — staged building keeps the process organized.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Versatile build — display-worthy when complete, durable enough for active play.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 16+
The expert difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 16+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
2,187 pieces with an estimated 8-16 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Monkie Kid Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Monkie Kid shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.
Build Tips
Open bags one numbered sequence at a time — LEGO orders them to match the build stages and keeps loose piece counts manageable.
Budget 8-16 hours across multiple sessions rather than one sitting. Fatigue leads to missed connections that are hard to trace later.
For active play sets, key connection points (hinges, turntables, clip joints) can loosen over time — a small dab of LEGO's own tube clutch lubricant on the stud resolves most looseness without damage.
Finding Instructions
With 2,187 pieces, set #80036 comes with a thick instruction booklet — often split into multiple numbered bags and build stages. The official PDF is available free on LEGO.com, or use LegoFinder's AI to find it instantly from a photo.
The City of Lanterns FAQ
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