LEGO's space theme is a perennial favorite, captivating imaginations with the wonder of space exploration. Beyond the inherent thrill of discovery, space exploration yields tangible benefits; advancements like widespread internet access and medical imaging owe their existence to space research. The aspirational aspect—the pursuit of the unknown—inspires future scientists and engineers. For the budding astronaut in all of us, here are the best LEGO space sets available in 2025.
TL;DR: Our Top LEGO Space Sets
LEGO Space Shuttle
LEGO Space Roller Coaster
LEGO Space Astronaut
LEGO Tales of the Space Age
LEGO NASA Apollo Lunar Roving Vehicle - LRV
LEGO Nasa Mars Rover Perseverance
LEGO Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit
LEGO NASA Artemis Space Launch System
LEGO The Milky Way Galaxy
LEGO Over the Moon with Pharrell Williams
Prefer a quick overview? Here are our top picks:
LEGO Space Shuttle
Set: #31134 Age Range: 6+ Piece Count: 144 Dimensions: 2.5 inches high, 5 inches long, 6 inches wide Price: $9.99. An affordable and versatile set, rebuildable into an astronaut or spaceship.
LEGO Space Roller Coaster
Set: #31142 Age Range: 9+ Piece Count: 874 Dimensions: 10.5 inches high, 10.5 inches wide, 22 inches deep Price: $109.99. A detailed 3-in-1 model, also buildable as a drop tower or swing carousel.
LEGO Space Astronaut
Set: #31152 Age Range: 9+ Piece Count: 647 Dimensions: 10.5 inches tall Price: $54.99. A 3-in-1 set featuring a detailed astronaut, also buildable as an astronaut dog or viper jet.
LEGO Tales of the Space Age
Set: #21340 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 688 Dimensions: 5.5 inches high, 3.5 inches wide, 1 inch deep each Price: $49.99. Four 3D space-themed postcards perfect for wall decoration.
LEGO NASA Apollo Lunar Roving Vehicle - LRV
Set: #42182 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 1913 Dimensions: 5.5 inches high, 15 inches long, 10 inches wide Price: $219.99. A detailed Technic model of the Apollo 17 Lunar Roving Vehicle.
LEGO Nasa Mars Rover Perseverance
Set: #42158 Age Range: 10+ Piece Count: 1132 Dimensions: 9 inches high, 12.5 inches long, 9 inches wide Price: $99.99. Includes a model of the Ingenuity helicopter and an AR app.
LEGO Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit
Set: #42179 Age Range: 10+ Piece Count: 526 Dimensions: 9 inches high, 12.5 inches long, 7 inches wide Price: $74.99. A geared mechanism demonstrating Earth and Moon orbits.
LEGO NASA Artemis Space Launch System
Set: #10341 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 3601 Dimensions: 27.5 inches high, 10.5 inches wide, 12 inches deep Price: $259.99. A large-scale model of the Artemis rocket.
LEGO The Milky Way Galaxy
Set: #31212 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 3091 Dimensions: 15.5 inches high, 25.5 inches wide, 2 inches deep Price: $199.99. A 3D model of the Milky Way Galaxy.
LEGO Over the Moon with Pharrell Williams
Set: #10391 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 966 Dimensions: 19.5 inches high, 7.5 inches deep, 7 inches wide Price: $109.99. A collaborative set designed by Pharrell Williams.
Number of LEGO Space Sets: As of March 2025, LEGO offers 25 space-themed sets.
Why LEGO Space? These sets offer a fun and engaging introduction to STEM fields, and the enduring appeal of space exploration makes them a timeless choice.
For more LEGO inspiration, explore our selections of the best LEGO sets for adults and the best Star Wars LEGO sets. Need a gift idea? Check out our best LEGO gift guide!
