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NINJAGO City Markets

Name: LEGO NINJAGO City Markets 71799
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 71799

90 · MUST-HAVEINVESTMENT GRADE: AA20236,163 pcsHigh agreement · 97%

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Synthesized Verdict

"NINJAGO City Markets scores 87.5 on the BrickScore with near-universal praise across reviewers and owners alike: 21 unique minifigures, 6,163 varied pieces at $0.06 per piece, a working tram, a flushing toilet, and enough Easter eggs and Ninjago lore to occupy fans for weeks make this one of the strongest large-scale LEGO releases in recent memory."

NINJAGO City Markets is broadly regarded as one of the most impressive large-scale LEGO sets in recent years, earning a BrickScore of 89.7 and a "Highly Recommended" tier. Reviewers consistently praise the 6,163-piece build for its extraordinary variety of techniques, 21 unique minifigures including long-awaited character debuts, working features like the cable car and flushing toilet, and outstanding value at roughly $0.06 per piece. Owners rate it 4.59 out of 5 across 120 ratings, with 87% recommending it on LEGO.com, closely aligning with the expert consensus.

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LOVED (10)

0121 unique minifigures including long-requested Ninjago character debuts like all elemental masters
02Extraordinary piece count of 6,163 at $0.06 per piece for a $369.99 set
03Working cable car tram mechanism

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CRITICIZED (7)

01High sticker count of approximately 70 to 72 stickers, including difficult transparent ones
02Some connection points use only one stud, making sub-assemblies fragile mid-build
03Cable car crank can be stiff for adult hands

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Build Facts what critics report

⏱ Build time

12 to 20 hours

🧩 Difficulty

advanced

🎯 Audience

adults

In Their Words most-used terms across every critic review

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What reviewers are saying

"From vibrant colors, varied shapes and its massive scale. #71799 Ninjago City Markets builds on a rich tradition of amazing Ninjago City sets."

Brick Architect

"Challenge: find a more involved, intricate and detailed trio of sets than 70620 NINJAGO City, 70657 NINJAGO City Docks and 71741 NINJAGO City Gardens. Difficulty: impossible?"

Brick Fanatics

Ecosystem

#71741 Ninjago City Gardens 89 — Although the reviewer notes it 'is no different' in maintaining excellence, the set comes with 'high expectations' given Gardens earned a Must Have rating and is retiring soon. The reviewer states: 'Although I find it slightly weaker than the original Ninjago City set, it still captures a lot of the things that made the original great.' However, the Markets set's price increased 23% compared to Gardens ($299.99 vs $369.99), which the reviewer notes puts it 'below this' in direct value comparison, though it still represents strong value overall.

Original Ninjago City set — The reviewer states 'Although I find it slightly weaker than the original Ninjago City set, it still captures a lot of the things that made the original great.' However, it is recognized as part of an excellent line of sets.

#10281 Bonsai Tree 81 — The cherry blossom tree in Markets closely resembles the Bonsai Tree in miniature form, using similar techniques with technic construction and curved elements, though the reviewer notes the leaves in Markets are 'a little finnicky to install.'

#42639 Andrea's Modern Mansion 80 — Both sets feature creative use of transparent garage door pieces in bright colors as railings. The reviewer notes: 'We see this same piece used in vibrant colors in #42639 Andrea's Modern Mansion and I love to see it being used.'

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"From vibrant colors, varied shapes and its massive scale. #71799 Ninjago City Markets builds on a rich tradition of amazing Ninjago City sets."

Key Pros

✓Exceptional build experience with diverse, non-repetitive techniques across 51 bags
✓Outstanding design aesthetics with vibrant colors and carefully considered Asian architectural influences
✓Massive scale and presence (19" high, 21" wide, 10" deep on two base plates)

Key Cons

✕23% price increase over previous Ninjago City Gardens set may discourage some buyers
✕Uses 'a large amount of empty space to expand the set' rather than dense packing of previous sets

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BUY

"Challenge: find a more involved, intricate and detailed trio of sets than 70620 NINJAGO City, 70657 NINJAGO City Docks and 71741 NINJAGO City Gardens. Difficulty: impossible?"

Key Pros

✓Matches the incredible build experience of its predecessors
✓Rewarding, surprising and imaginative almost every step of the way
✓Supreme value for money, with a solid line-up of minifigures

Key Cons

✕It's a market with just one stall (but yes, plenty of shops)
✕A little too much empty grey space

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Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (21)

Chamille

Miss Demeanor - Air Tanks

Cyrus Borg

Arin - Urban Arin

Dareth - Sons of Garmadon, Bartender

Blazey Hyper Speed (Racer Seven)

Nya - Dragons Rising, Tunic, Hood

Zane - Detective Zane

Standout parts (per reviewers)

New LEGO book mold (used for canopy curves)
A novel technique for creating smooth curves through half of a new book mold with upside-down construction connected via clips. The reviewer calls this 'effective as not only does it allow for interesting shape usage but utilizes upside down construction connected via clips and the exposed stud inside the book. A technique I am sure many of us will get ideas from and bring into our own creations.'
Part 69066 Container, Box 1 x 3 x 2/3 – Top Opening (used for stairs)
Used to create stairs that are only 2 plates tall instead of 3, ensuring more natural proportions. Also adds side detailing through recessed container styling.
Part 35044 - 4×4 Plate w/ Ø6 3×3 ¼-Circle Cutout
The reviewer's favorite walkway piece for its diverse and less uniform shapes contributing to visual interest.
Part 4216 Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Groove
Used extensively on bakery exterior to add depth and texture through groove detailing.
Roller coaster track pieces (used as pillar details and signage banners)
Unconventional use of parts. Used as decorative curved elements on pillars and as curved signage banners. The reviewer notes: 'Let's talk about the use of roller coaster track pieces. This is not the first time we have seen this piece used as a curved banner but boy does it satisfy everytime I see it.'
Part 7×16 Frame, A-Shape w/ Bars (Part 79768) in Reddish Brown
Large girder pieces that stand out dramatically but unfortunately get hidden during construction. The reviewer notes nostalgia when seeing the Plate, Modified 1 x 6 with Train Wagon End from 2002's LEGO Star Wars 7201.