51 Gifts Your Grandparents Won't Expect, but Will Love So Much

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Grandparents hold a special place in our hearts as they've been spoiling us with their love and support since day one. That's why when it comes to the gift-giving season, they are one of our top priorities. It's only right to return the favor with meaningful and cool presents that show just how much we love them. Still, finding the right gifts for grandmas and grandpas who seemingly have everything and want nothing is a challenging task.

Have no fear, however, as we have plenty of suggestions for what to buy and gift. Going the sentimental route is always a good idea, so look into items like a memory-keeping book or a digital picture frame that allows your grandparents to keep up with your life. You can also think about their favorite hobbies and interests, gifting around these themes. Those with green thumbs will appreciate handy gardening tools while the cooks, with the family heirloom recipes, could use new pots and pans sets. If you have fun, competitive grandparents, get them this trivia game that may just have the whole family laughing and crying.

Ahead, find the 51 best gifts for grandparents they'll cherish for years to come. No matter what you purchase, however, know that it's always the thought that counts. And if you want to round up gifts for everyone else on your list, check out our other guides below.

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Millennials vs. Boomers Trivia Game

Family game night is about to get more interesting. In this deck, you'll find cards that ask questions like, "what does 'thirsty' mean?" and "what was the nickname for the phone company?" that pit millennials against boomers. For those who don't fall into either of the generations, feel free to pick a side to assist in tackling the prompts.

Ultra Strong Hiking/Walking/Trekking Poles

For the active grandparents, these poles will help them scale up the mountain and keep them from falling on dirt slopes. They lengthen from 24 inches to 53 inches quickly and the brand offers free lifetime pole replacements.

Rose Garden Print Bucket Hat

The next time she goes on a stroll around the neighborhood, she can reach for this cheerful sun hat. And when the neighbors compliment it and ask her where she bought it, she can proudly say her favorite grandchild gave it to her.

BBQ Grill Tools Set With Case

The grillers of the family will put this set to good use. It contains stainless steel tongs, a spatula, knife, and large fork. We suggest giving this gift alongside Food52's wood kit for grilling, so they can experiment with pairing their favorite cedar to the fish or meat.

Whiskey Globe Decanter Set

This decanter set is meant to be displayed, whether in the bar area or peeking out from behind a glass cabinet in the study room. Whoever receives this will appreciate the detailed antique ship and globe map designs.

Love Block Collage Woven Photo Blanket

Print your most treasured photos with your grandparents on this blanket. Since they may not see you all the time, having this draped on their couch to spread across their bed will make them feel closer to you.

Digital Touch Screen Picture Frame

Help your grandparents stay up-to-date with your adventures by giving them this digital picture frame. You can upload your photos via the Nixplay app from anywhere in the world. And should their wifi be spotty, that's okay as photos and videos will still play while the frame's offline.

Women's T Monogram Toggle Gloves

Do you raid your grandmother's closet often? If so, it makes total sense to give your fashion-forward G-Ma a pair of chic gloves. This Tory Burch pair is lined with soft cashmere and spotlights the unmissable brand logo.

Deep Seat Garden Kneeler

This may not be the prettiest gift (just make sure to wrap it up nicely!), but it's very practical for the grandparent who loves to garden yet complains about having a bad back or knees. The chair flips from kneeler to a padded bench and folds in for compact storage. It can hold up to 250 pounds and weighs just nine pounds.

Kitchen Towels, Set of 3

While their grandkids are super important to them, they also adore their cats and treat them like humans. Show that you don't take this personally by gifting them this set of three kitchen towels that depict cute kitties.

Full-Body Massage Chair

A massage chair is an expensive purchase, but so worth it for the right grandparent. (Have your siblings or cousins chip in for a group gift!) This one has over 3.5k rating on Amazon with notable features such as a built-in bluetooth audio player, lower back heating, and full-body airbag compression.

Long Distance Friendship Lamp

The next time you want them to know you're thinking about them, simply touch the lamp. The other one they have from this set will emit a soft ambient glow (as long as it's properly connected to the WiFi). The lamp automatically cycles through a rainbow of colors, but you can also assign each loved one a specific hue.

Wooden Utensils

For the grandparents who love to cook and host their families over the holidays, their kitchen gear likely takes a beating. If it looks like they need a new set of wooden spatulas and spoons, give them this Oprah-approved pick.

Floral Arrangements

Send your G-Ma flowers with ease via a subscription service from The Bouqs Co. They offer different tiers and arrangement sizes, so you can select the one that fits your budget best. We like the monthly deluxe option at $56.

The Capri Everyday Stripe Tote

Whether they're packing up to take the grandkids out for ice cream or heading to the farmer's market, they'll need this sturdy tote to carry all their belongings. It's also one of Oprah's Favorite Things for 2023.

Birth Month Flower Heart Necklace

These flower pendants are handmade in Colombia and feature dried blooms inside a vegetable resin heart. The personalization aspect and attention to detail make this jewelry piece a truly unique gift.

Nightstand Organizer for Men

This organizer keeps all their electronics, glasses, and other miscellaneous items in one spot. They can place this on their nightstand or even on the kitchen counter, wherever is most convenient for them.

Holiday Scented Classic Candle

You can never go wrong with a candle, especially when you tell your grandparents that this is the holiday scent for the White House, too. They will feel so fancy. The notes contain pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves, and cinnamon along with a hint of vanilla and amber.

Hardcover Travel Photo Book

For a photo album book that doubles as decor, you'll want to go with this one from Artifact Uprising. It comes with travel-themed designs (perfect for globe-trotting families) and a soft-touch dust jacket cover.

Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB)

A good book can easily put a smile on any grandparent's face, and with a Kindle, it'll also be gentle on their eyes. This e-reader not only has adjustable warm light (from white to amber), but it's also designed with a glare-free display that looks like real paper, no matter the brightness.

Grandparents Custom Mugs

These custom date mugs can spotlight a notable year. Perhaps the cups can be used as a sweet reminder of when they first became grandparents?

Handwritten Recipe Cutting Board

Immortalize your grandparents' famous recipes (even in their own handwriting!) with this personalized wooden cutting board.

Birdfy Lite Smart Bird Feeder

They won't have to go into the great outdoors to enjoy the beauty of bird watching. This smart feeder has a camera that automatically snaps shots of any feathery friends that pay a visit by the window. Tack on this birder check list mug too, if you wish to go all out on your present.

10-Piece Gardening Tool Set

For grandparents who garden, this tool set is filled with all the essentials they'll need to tend to their plants, plus a stool seat and backrest so they can take a load off.

Letters to Open When... by Lea Redmond

Your grandparents will be in for a special treat after taking a trip to the mailbox. Letters in this book are filled with prompts you can fill in to give them a laugh or some inspiration.

Retro-Design Cordless Phone

Is there anything grandparents love more than talking to their favorite people? This bluetooth-enabled phone offers a fun retro look while ensuring they can still easily dial up your cell (or landline for those who still have them).

Your Name Bar Bracelet

Upgrade her jewelry game with this delicate 16k gold bracelet, complete with a personalized name plate.

Drip Coffee Machine

Instead of struggling with a high-tech drip coffee machine, your grandparents can use this retro-inspired maker to brew coffee with the touch of a button. It also keeps the pot warm for up to 30 minutes.

Shiatsu Neck and Shoulder Massager

Help ease their aches and pains with this heated shiatsu-style massager, which can be used around the neck, back, waist, and legs.

Taylormade Distance + Logo Golf Balls

They'll never mix up a ball on the green again with this set of custom Taylormade golf balls. You can personalize each one with their name, favorite catch phrase, or even a little picture of yourself.

Indoor Herb Garden Kit

With LED grow lights and a self-watering system, this smart indoor garden will take the guesswork out of growing their favorite plants inside. This is perfect for the grandparents who reside in big cities, where a large backyard is practically nonexistent.

Home Luxury Candle

While grandparents already know a thing or two about making a house a home, you can make theirs even cozier with this candle's inviting floral and citrus notes.

Cloudy Bouclé Throw Blanket

Nothing quite says comfort like a cozy throw blanket, and this one is made from a soft bouclé material that can keep grandma and grandpa warm during the cold months ahead. It also comes in a few neutral hues they can easily mix and match with their other decor.

Coffee Subscription

For grandparents who can't start their day without a cup (or two) of coffee, the Nguyen Coffee Supply subscription makes a great gift. Every other week, they'll get a delivery of Vietnamese-grown, Brooklyn-roasted coffee beans right to their door.

Four In One Game Set

If your grandparents are all about the classics, this four-in-one set featuring chess, backgammon, dominoes, poker, and checkers is sure to be a crowd-pleaser on family game nights.

CATCH:3 Classics

This designated docking station will not only help them keep track of their glasses, notebooks, and more but can also charge their smart devices simultaneously.

Colored Glass Rocks Glass Set

Inspired by heirloom glassware, this set of colorful, handblown glasses will give their tablescape a vintage makeover.

Essential Apron

World-renowned chefs from Alton Brown to Nancy Silverton swear by Hedley and Bennett's essential apron, which can also make the perfect gift for grandparents who are masterminds (and maybe even a little messy) in the kitchen.

Tri-Bouquet Tea Set

Transform their daily cup of tea into the ultimate sensory experience with these aromatic florals. Simply place one flower inside the included glass serving cup, pour hot water over it, then use the included bamboo tongs to keep the flower weighed down while it steeps.

Chambers Solid Hydrocotton Robe

When you're retired, spa day can be every day. Your grandparent will practically want to live in this long cotton robe, which you can personalize with their initials for an extra special touch.

Membership

It's never too late to learn something new. Gordon Ramsay, Issa Rae, Anna Wintour, and more have hosted MasterClass courses designed to teach everyone professional and personal skills.

Vivomove Hr Touchscreen Hybrid Smartwatch

Active grandparents can track their steps, stress levels, and sleep in style with this leather-strapped Garmin smartwatch. It can also send calls, text notifications, and calendar reminders so they never skip a beat on their to-do list.

Sweetie Pie

A Sweetie Pie dish from their favorite sweetie pie. It has a wavy rim to give them a leg up with crust crimping and is perfect for making delicious confections in.

Oven Mitts

Of all the things grandma and grandpa should have in their kitchen, safety gear is top priority. These organic cotton oven mitts are great for taking hot dishes from oven to table, thanks to their double-layer stitching.

Personalized Cast Iron Pan

These custom cast iron pans are the perfect gifts grandparents can pass down to future generations. Just make sure they clean them with water and coarse salt or a cast iron conditioner scrub (instead of soap) to preserve their quality over time.

Deluxe “Thinking of You” Gift Basket

Contrary to popular belief, we believe you can never have too many snacks in your cupboard. Your grandparents can indulge in a whole array of favorites like cake, artisanal meats, and popcorn.

Faux Leather Vintage Photo Album

A classic gift to have and hold, this photo album has 200 slots for print outs and designated spaces to capture cherished moments.

Alphabet Marble & Wood Coasters Set

They can say goodbye to pesky ring marks and dress up their table at the same time with these personalizable marble coasters. Depending on the letters you choose, some like the "X" are even on sale for $14.

Personalized Family Member Signpost

Since home is where the heart is, help your grandparents map out exactly how far each family member lives from them with this special signpost.

The Dopp Kit

Between their prescriptions and other daily essentials, your grandparents will love this Dopp Kit because it has plenty of compartments to help keep everything organized and easily accessible.

Mongolian Cashmere Wrap

Made of 100 percent Mongolian cashmere, this versatile wrap is designed to keep grandma extra warm whether she's walking around the house or running errands in town.

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