Playmobil - Exclusive Airport Terminal #3353

by Playmobil

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 6.6 pounds
• ASIN: B000067Q2B
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #277,200 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Product Description

Editorial Review

This is one of those toys that proves they really do make them like they used to. The level of detail in this airport terminal is astonishing; from the "touristy" clothes of the passengers and the telescope on the observation deck to the luggage carousel that really works and the authentically institutional-looking chairs, this terminal has the unmistakable feeling of reality. More importantly, it offers almost infinite scenarios for imaginative play. One drawback, and it may be an important one for some parents, is that the required assembly is complex and time-consuming. If assembly were a fun child/parent activity, that would be one thing, but the level of assembly required seems more like it should have been completed in the factory, but has been transferred to the consumer as a cost-saving measure.--David Stoesz

Product Description

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great for the RIGHT kid, October 5, 2003

By A Customer

= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Playmobil - Exclusive Airport Terminal #3353 (Toy)

I agree that if I was a kid again, I would love this toy. For my 5-year-old son, however, who is an aircraft fanatic, we thought this would be ideal. But I think this toy's high concept is perhaps overwrought, frankly, maybe too concrete. A more abstract version would probably be more fun. It also falls apart a lot. The seats come off, the railings fall down, the computer won't stay on the desk, the "safety shields" come off, etc. My hubby and I sat down late Christmas eve to "set out the new toys," and needless to say, had a late night of it assembling this (we had NO IDEA what was ahead of us,) but that part was fun (though I agree about the silly little flowers!) I do think over time, this will be a lot more fun. We have put it away for use later. Great for a child who loves intricate little details - not for a big mover.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent toy, incredible detail, not for the very young, September 17, 2003

By 

W. Loving (Amherst, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Playmobil - Exclusive Airport Terminal #3353 (Toy)

My just 7 year old son recently purchased the larger airport (#3615) after saving for a VERY long time. It took about three and a half hours to assemble it with my helping him for about one of those hours and at a few points in between. He finds the assembly as enjoyable as playing with the set and as long as I help him when he gets stuck, it's just a puzzle. For those who complained about how long it took, it's not THAT hard, and consider what it would cost if it came fully assembled! I'm just completely amazed and in appreciation of the kind of detail thats put into Playmobil toys. They are very realistic and up-to-date, right down to the electronic check in, the flower pots, and the security guard with the wand.

I would definitely not recommend this (or Playmobil in general) for most children under 5. It usually takes a child at least that old to appreciate and take care of the wonderful detail of the whole setup. I wouldn't let an 18 month or 3 year old (as mentioned in other reviews) near something like this anymore than I'd give a child that age my digital camera to play with. However, my 7 year old can handle both quite responsibly.

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My son won't put this down..., October 16, 2002

By A Customer

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Playmobil - Exclusive Airport Terminal #3353 (Toy)

I just discovered Playmobil! My son is 3 and I just started him with Playmobil. The toys are very durable and nice quality. He loves this airport!