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50 Best Gifts for Grandpa That Will Absolutely Make His Day
Who said there's no such thing as favorites? 😜
Contrary to popular opinion, finding the right gifts for men can actually be super fun. Sure, he might say that he already has everything he needs. But does he actually? No, and this list of grandpa gifts proves that! We've scoured the web for interesting, unique, and top-rated gifts that he'll actually enjoy using. That can be for Father's Day, a birthday, Christmas, or even just a visit! And speaking of the "dad" holiday, if you're grabbing Father's Day gifts for grandpa, don't forget to pair whatever you choose with a sweet Father's Day message or a favorite dinner recipe—he deserves it, after all!
Here, you'll find the best gifts for grandpa to make him smile and, just maybe, earn you the coveted spot of the *favorite* grandchild. We've found gift ideas for every type of grandpa, from the guys who love to cook to the documentarian who'd love to tell his life story in a memory book for grandparents. There are big gifts and small ones, from a special keychain for the kids to buy to a custom book with the front page from each year of his birthday. We've even found a few practical must-have gadgets, like an Apple Airtag for his items that seem to always "run away." 😂 Plus, if you don't want grandma to feel left out, check out gifts for grandma and the best gifts for grandparents so you have a special something to give her, too!
Celebrate your grandpa's "news-worthy" big day with a coffee table book of New York Times front pages from his birth date! It comes with beautiful library binding, personalized with his name and birth date, plus you have the option to add a magnifying glass.
'Grandpa's Ice Cream Plow' Engraved Spoon
'Grandpa's Ice Cream Plow' Engraved Spoon
Does gramps reach for a bowl of ice cream each night? If so, we don't blame him, but we definitely think he needs this personalized spoon to make dessert time even sweeter!
It's the gardening gift that keeps on giving! Seriously! Not only will he get an array of tools like a trowel, weeder, rake, and sheers, but the set also comes with a removable tote bag and foldable seat so he can say goodbye to stiff knees while working.
If he likes tennis, he'll love pickleball. It's easy on the body and the fastest-growing game in the country! Give him a starter set, and head to the courts together.
BenShot USA is a family-run team of artisan glassmakers based in Wisconsin. Their "Bulletproof" shot glass started as a father and son project, making it the best grandpa grandson gift!
Whether he's playing a game of corn hole or frisbee toss, this tumbler will do the work for him so grandpa can focus less on the score and more on the fun! It has a counter to keep track of the score and rounds won, plus it'll fit in any standard sized cup holders and has a stainless steel, no sweat design.
Ready for a little bonding? Created by renowned relationship expert Esther Perel, "Where Should We Begin?" is designed to bring out the best stories. Grandpa will love the excuse to talk and it gives the whole family the opportunity for quality time together.
Okay, here's one that grandpa will get plenty of use out of! If he's always misplacing his glasses, he absolutely needs an eyeglass chain. This one is leather and rustic to match his old-school style.
Micaela Bahn is a freelance editorial assistant and recent graduate from Carleton College, where she majored in English literature. She loves running, photography, and cooking the best new recipes.
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