The best Disney Lego: Lion King, Frozen and more!

best disney lego

by Adejumoke Ilori |
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Disney Lego sets are the ultimate fusion of creativity, nostalgia, and timeless storytelling, making them the best choice for fans and builders alike.

These sets bring to life beloved characters and iconic scenes from Disney's rich cinematic universe, offering an unparalleled building experience. Known for their high-quality design and attention to detail, Disney Lego sets capture the magic and wonder of Disney, appealing to both children and adults.

Best at a glance:

  • Best for imaginative play: Disney Lego Simba the Lion King, £17.99

  • Best for its a spinning toy merry-go-round: LEGO Disney Princess Anna and Elsa's, £16.99

  • Best for its printed sail: LEGO Disney Princess Moana's Wayfinding Boat Toy, £23.89

  • Best for motor skills: LEGO Disney Minnie Mouse’s Ice Cream Shop, £36.77

Whether it's the educational benefits, the joy of imaginative play, or the cross-generational appeal, Disney Lego sets provide endless opportunities for fun, learning, and bonding. From Lion King, Frozen, Minnie Mouse and more, here you'll discover why Disney Lego sets are the perfect blend of enchantment and creativity, and why they continue to captivate hearts worldwide.

Best for imaginative play

LEGO Disney Simba the Lion King Cub Building Toy for 6 Plus Year Old Girls & Boys
Price: £22.99

This amazing Simba the Lion King Cub buildable toy figure is perfect for 6-year-olds and above, especially for imaginative role play. With its Disney building toy features this Simba Lego also features a small leaf, with 4 cute toy bugs. Your child will also be able to have a fun time with Simba’s movable toy parts, as it comes with a rotating head, movable legs and tail, giving any kid the choice of having it standing up or sitting down. 

One customer who agreed with how fun this Disney Lego Simba is said: “It is a fantastic little kit for children and adults. It is fun to build, has great articulation, and once completed, it makes a nice collectible. While another customer said: “As soon as I saw this, I knew I had to pre order it, and I am so glad that I did. The bricks are in 4 separate bags and the instructions were really easy to follow. Can’t wait to get the next one now.”

Pros

  • Toy figure for 6-plus-year-old girls and boys
  • Features plus a small leaf build with 4 bugs
  • The Simba animal figure has a rotating head and movable legs and tail

Cons

  • Contains small parts, and is not suitable for children under 3 years old

Best for a spinning toy merry-go-round 

Frozen a spinning toy merry-go-round
Price: £28.99
Alternative retailers
Walmart$51.75View offer

A Disney Frozen Lego toy, with a cute spinning merry-go-round inspired by Frozen’s ice castle for a fun-themed experienceThe merry-go-round has space and is great for when your child chooses to play with four Frozen characters: Anna, Elsa and Kristoff micro-dolls plus Olaf LEGO figure to take a ride – which are all included. Perfect for aged 6 year olds and over, this Lego set will help bring any child’s dream to life.

One customer who purchased this for her niece said: "I got this set for my niece who absolutely loves Lego’s Disney's collection so she was really pleased to get this set. It has 175 pieces. You get three beautiful micro figures – Elsa, Anna and Kristoff. The set also comes with everyone’s favourite character OLAF. This set takes us back to Arendelle which is the central location of this Franchise. The set becomes fun due to the fact that it transforms part of its magical icy world into a small carousel."

Pros

  • Disney's Frozen castle inspired playset
  • Makes a great addition to any LEGO collection
  • Suitable for aged 6+ years old

Cons

  • Not suitable for children under 36 months

Best for its printed sail 

LEGO Disney Princess Moana's Wayfinding Boat Toy with Moana and Sina Mini-Dolls plus Dolphin Figure
Price: £46.98
Alternative retailers
Target$19.99View offer
Scheels$27.99View offer
Walmart$28.00View offer
Best Buy$28.99View offer

If your little one is a moana fan, then this must-have Lego set, comes with 2 mini-doll figures, a boat with shelter and printed sail, and a story starters to motivate role-play and exploration. An entertaining gift idea for fans of creative adventures, increasing creative skills within kids as they build and play, and what is even more fun is that the boat has a removable shelter, making playtime exciting.

One mum, happy with how easy constructing the Moana Lego really is, said: “The LEGO Disney Princess Moana's Wayfinding Boat is excellent! My child and I spent a great time together assembling the pieces of that boat. The number of details is overwhelming, reflecting absolutely all the features of Moana through adventures. The instructions are quite clear and self-explanatory, but there is a fair amount of engagement with them. The boat is also solid for playtime once fully built. Added bonus is the addition of the Moana and Pua figures, which are just so adorable.”

Pros

  • A buidable iconic boat toyset
  • Included in the set, an oar for the boat, drums for Moana to play on and coconut Lego food elements
  • Features Moana and her mother Sina Lego mini-doll figures

Cons

  • Not suitable for children under 3 years old

Best for constructing skills

Surprise your child with Lego’s Disney building set toy, which comes with a Stitch character from Disney’s popular movie, Lilo and Stitch. They’ll also be able to dress stitch in a cute Hawaiian shirt, with an ice cream cone and a flower, bringing their Hawaii trip to life in the comfort of their own home. Stitch also has a flexible head, ears and arms, a buildable flower and ice cream cone, and his stance can be adjusted any time, and why not give your character a stunning look by attaching his favourite flower to his head. 

One happy buyer said: “A really lovely Lego set for an older child. There are a lot of pieces in this set and depending on the age of the child building it, help may be needed in some places but a great quality kit with a lovely, finished feature.”

Pros

  • A building toy set featuring a Disney character with functions and accessories
  • Great for Lilio and Stitch fans
  • Makes a fun gift

Cons

  • Suitable for for 9+ year olds

Best for its mirror backdrop

LEGO ǀ Disney Princess Ariel’s Crystal Cavern Buildable Toy Playset
Price: £41.99

If your little one is a fan of Ariel the little mermaid and you often catch them humming to the words "Under the sea Under the sea..", then why not bring the lyrics to life, with Ariel's Lego playset. Made for 4 year olds and over, it includes a Starter Brick element, plus self-contained builds and a character in each bag, making play fun and exciting, and with its crystal cavern, which has a spinning platform and mirror backdrop, your child is in for a great time.

Pros

  • A building Disney lego set for 4+ yeasr olds
  • Includes a whale vehicle
  • Includes a spinning platform with a mirror backdrop and a box for Ariel’s shells and sea creatures

Cons

  • Not suitable for children under 36 months

Best for motor skills

Minnie Mouse is an iconic character beloved by generations. LEGO sets featuring Minnie Mouse tap into the nostalgia of older fans while appealing to younger children who enjoy Disney characters. This Lego Disney Minnie Mouse building toy features an ice cream shop & a toy car with a Starter Brick chassis to help get the building going, it also comes with a Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck minifigures to run the ice cream shop and play at the beach, plus an exclusive Mickey silhouette tile. The set is made to help youngsters grow fine motor skill and great for everyday adventure.

One customer who bought this for their granddaughter said: "My Granddaughter loves Minnie mouse and therefore loved the Lego for Christmas. It was easy to put together, however we did think it was Duplo when we bought it but still liked it.”

Pros

  • Encourages creative thinking, motor skills, construction skills
  •  Include a build with a beach chair and parasol
  • Boosts roleplay 

Cons

  • Not suitable for children under 3 years. For use under adult supervision

Best for its sturdy base

LEGO 10782 Marvel Hulk vs. Rhino Monster Truck Showdown

Rrp: £29.97

Price: £23.08
Alternative retailers
Walmart$30.07View offer

Save the day with this Marvel Spidey and his amazing Friends building Lego toy set, includes 2 Lego vehicles, minifigures, a Spider-Man jet pack and a bank vault. The Marvel Spider-Man playset Spidey's jet pack fires missiles, and the vault has a detachable box that goes into Rhino's truck’s trunk. And, with 3 minifigures: Spidey, Hulk and Rhino; the Hulk toy has 2 changeable heads with, with different facial expressions for more creativity.  

Bought as a birthday present, one mum said: "Great, good value set gifted for the birthday of a Marvel obsessed 4yr old. Arrived in good condition."

Pros

  • This monster truck toy comes with a Starter Brick
  • Kids can learn to build and develop creative confidence
  • Great for creative thinking

Cons

  • For kids age 4+

Remember, Disney Lego sets feature beloved characters from popular Disney movies, allowing kids to interact with their favorite heroes and heroines in a new and exciting way. These sets enable kids to recreate iconic scenes from Disney films or invent their own adventures, fostering imaginative play and storytelling.

Plus, Building Lego sets is a hands-on activity that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Kids can express their creativity by building and customizing their sets. Bearing in mind that completing a Lego set gives kids a sense of accomplishment and boosts their confidence. They can proudly display their finished creations.

Overalll, Disney Lego sets can be built and enjoyed with friends and family, promoting social interaction and collaborative play.

Adejumoke Ilori is a Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby. She is a mum to a little girl and has worked for various digital platform. She has produced content that empowers women from all walks of life by sharing real life stories based on relationships, loving yourself and motherhood. She has also worked for OK! and New Magazine, writing product reviews, covering fashion and beauty, the latest celebrity news and lifestyle. Adejumoke enjoys spending quality time at home with her daughter creating precious memories – doing things like spa nights and grabbing popcorn and cuddling up.

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