Venice

"Scoring a BrickScore of 67.6, LEGO Architecture Venice (21026) is a charming, accessible micro-scale skyline that delights nostalgic buyers and beginners, though expert reviewers note its simplicity and detail compromises make it a step below the Architecture line's single-landmark heavyweights."

LEGO Architecture 21026 Venice earns warm but measured praise across reviewers. Buyer reviews are almost universally enthusiastic, celebrating its nostalgic charm, recognizable cityscape, and strong value, while more critical expert reviewers flag that the micro-scale format sacrifices the architectural detail that defines the best sets in the line. Most agree the finished model is unmistakably Venice and makes a lovely shelf display, but experienced LEGO Architecture fans may find it simpler and less satisfying than single-landmark sets.

Where they split: Buyer reviewers rate the set almost uniformly at five stars and emphasize great value and nostalgia, while expert reviewers (Brickset at 75, Brick Fanatics at 60) are more measured — acknowledging the charm but criticizing the lack of detail inherent to micro-scale. Experienced Architecture collectors are specifically directed toward the NYC or Berlin sets, while newcomers and Venice lovers are told it's a fine starting point.