The Best Puzzles for Adults Who Love a Challenge

Step away from the smartphone and put your mind to work with one of these puzzles
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Zone out from the daily grind and stock up on a few of these puzzles. Hans-Peter Gauster via Unsplash

When was the last time you picked up a puzzle? Don’t underestimate the power of piecing a puzzle together to help you relax. These puzzles for adults will help you pass the hours offline and give yourself the challenge you didn’t know you needed.

Springbok's 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Play That Beat

Play that Beat

Turn up your favorite playlist in the background while you work to put these songbirds together. Springbok

This puzzle highlights decades of legendary rock & roll musicians, country pioneers and jazz greats. Rack up hours attempting to piece this all together with uniquely cut shapes—no two shapes are alike.

White Mountain Puzzles The Eighties - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Pop-culture Approved

Those born between 1965 and 1979 will find this one especially enjoyable. White Mountain

Think you know everything about the ’80s? Try your hand at this 1,000-piece puzzle, covering your favorite musical artist, TV shows, political moments and more.

Ravensburger Disney Villainous Maleficent 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults – Every Piece is Unique, Softclick Technology Means Pieces Fit Together Perfectly

Magical Memories

Put your skills to the test with more than 9 different iconic character sets. Disney

A Disney puzzle for adults? Come on, you know Disney is the place where every adult can be a child again. Plus, this wickedly challenging puzzle has 1,000 unique pieces. When it’s complete it reveals the many powers of Maleficent. The anti-glare and heavy cardboard construction make puzzle time more enjoyable. The final size is 20 x 27 inches. It’s one of six in the “Villainous” series from Ravensburger.

Charley Harper Birducopia 1,000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle (Pomegranate Artpiece Puzzle)

Bold Colors

Populated by ferns and fawns, salamanders and scarlet tanagers, this illustrated option is an interactive work of art. Charley Harper

Don’t be fooled by this beautifully simplistic bird design from American artist Charley Harper. It may look easy, but you’ll be surprised at how difficult it really is. Are you up for it?

New York Puzzle Company - New Yorker Art Shop - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Tricky Brushstrokes

This design was originally published on January 4th, 1964. New Yorker

Did you know The New Yorker transforms its iconic covers into super challenging puzzles? This one fits the bill for artsy types looking to stimulate their attention to detail.

Bits and Pieces-Pizza Pie - 1000 Piece Round Jigsaw Puzzle

Every Topping

Order your favorite pie delivery and settle in for a fun Friday night. Bits and Pieces

This 1,000-piece round puzzle is popular for a reason—it’s fun and boy, is it tough! Working in from the edge, pizza addicts may find it nearly impossible just putting the crust together. Don’t give up, reward yourself with a real pizza once you complete the pie!

Mid Century Modern Jigsaw Puzzle - 1000 Piece - Adult Jigsaw Puzzle Celebrating Modern Vintage Décor & Modern Art by Hennessy Puzzles - Original Artwork - Made in The USA from Recycled Materials

Totally Retro

Celebrate sleek aesthetics from a simpler time. Hennessy Puzzles

Interior design aficionados will love the focus on the mid-century modern details this puzzle has to offer. From the sunny landscape of Palm Springs to the timeless Eames lounge chair, hours of retro fun await you.

4,000 Piece Puzzle - The World Map

Most Challenging

The perfect gift for the geography lover in your life. Educa

You cannot call yourself a puzzle champ without taking on this mind-scrambling 4,000-piece map of the world. With intricate details such as rivers, flags, country borders and latitude/longitude, this puzzle takes dedication and commitment. You’ll be in it for the long haul but you’ll come out the other side with a sharpened sense of geography.