19 Puzzles for Adults That'll Keep You Busy For Hours
William Howard
Updated on February 22, 2026
If you're eager to pass some of your time quarantined indoors with an activity that's got more than its fair share of brain-boosting benefits, the trusty jigsaw puzzle is the perfect fit. A 2017 study published in Trials showed that doing jigsaw puzzles can improve your memory; a 2018 study published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience showed that they may even stave off cognitive decline later in life. But what may be more important to you right now is that they're a whole lot of fun. But with hours and hours to kill, you're not going to be satisfied by your kids' puzzles. These challenging jigsaw puzzles for adults will keep you entertained and leave you with a sense of serious pride when you're finished. And for more ways to stay busy at home, check out these 15 Great Home Projects to Tackle While You're Quarantined.
1 This 1000-piece Tree of Life puzzle
Full of artistic depictions of living things from starfish to swans, this stunning, 1000-piece puzzle is the perfect way to spend a few evenings indoors. Considering how pretty this puzzle is—and how accomplished you'll feel upon completing it—it might even be something you consider framing. And if you need to keep your little ones entertained at home too, try these 10 Home Science Experiments Your Kids Will Love.
$22at World MarketBuy Now2 This customizable 1000-piece puzzle
Looking for a great gift for the puzzle lover in your life? Look no further than this customizable 1000-piece puzzle. Simply upload your favorite photo and you'll get a masterpiece in return.
$28at AmazonBuy Now3 This Andy Warhol floral puzzle
Just because you can't visit a museum right now doesn't mean you can't enjoy some truly stunning art—or even make it yourself. Tackle this Andy Warhol flower puzzle and you can enjoy some culture—and a fun activity—right at home. And for more ways to practice some much-needed self-care, check out these 20 Stress Relief Essentials Perfect for Staying Sane at Home.
$15at AmazonBuy Now4 This Ken Keeley magazine covers puzzle
Already breezed through all of the magazines you have at home? Then make this fun magazine cover puzzle from Ken Keeley the next item on your to-do list.
$35at TargetBuy Now5 This gradient puzzle
This is a puzzle that will keep even the biggest jigsaw enthusiasts entertained for hours…or even days. This attractive and challenging gradient puzzle takes quite the eagle eye to complete.
$25at Urban OutfittersBuy Now6 This Keith Haring puzzle
Keep your brain busy during during quarantine by putting together some of the greatest pop art of all time. This 500-piece Keith Haring puzzle is every bit as fun to assemble as it is to look at upon completion. And if you want to ride out the pandemic in style, discover these 19 Work From Home Outfits That Will Make You Look So Put Together.
$35at MoMA Design StoreBuy Now7 This 3D puzzle
Who says jigsaw puzzles have to lay flat? This challenging 3D puzzle puts a fun spin on the traditional jigsaw setup and gives you a unique piece of décor to show off when you're done.
$70at Uncommon GoodsBuy Now8 This cat tapestry puzzle
Calling all cat lovers! This pretty, 1000-piece cat tapestry puzzle is the purr-fect diversion when you're stuck inside.
$17at AmazonBuy Now9 This pet portrait puzzle
If your affection for animals extends beyond those of the feline variety, there's a puzzle for that, too. This sweet pet portrait puzzle is so adorably twee it would make Wes Anderson swoon.
$15at World MarketBuy Now10 This outer space puzzle
Expand your horizons without leaving the house with this celestial artwork. This vibrant jigsaw puzzle's 1000 pieces are totally out of this world—and we wouldn't have it any other way.
$17at AmazonBuy Now11 This custom hometown map puzzle
Whether you're buying it for yourself, a significant other, or a friend, this custom map jigsaw puzzle is sure to be a hit. With 300 pieces to put together, this highly-detailed puzzle is a unique way for anyone to show off their hometown pride.
$40at The GrommetBuy Now12 This New York skyline puzzle
If you're from the Big Apple—or just dream of visiting one day—this jigsaw puzzle is guaranteed to make you smile. Highlighting the icons of the city's skyline, like the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building, this 1000-piece puzzle truly captures the vibrancy of the City That Never Sleeps.
$50at WalmartBuy Now13 This colorful music collage puzzle
Putting this music-inspired puzzle together is just half the fun. Once it's complete, you can spend a whole evening trying to spot all the music references it contains!
$50at EtsyBuy Now14 This floral world map puzzle
Want to brush up on your geography while tackling a fun challenge? This vintage world map is just the distraction you need. And its neutral palette will fit into a more muted decorating style.
$50at EtsyBuy Now15 This zodiac map
Some puzzles are destined to become instant heirlooms. Case in point: This surprisingly challenging wooden zodiac puzzle, which is as eye-catching as it is fun to put together.
$58at EtsyBuy Now16 This cocktail puzzle
Eager to expand your drinking repertoire beyond whatever beer's left in your fridge? This 1000-piece cocktail puzzle isn't just fun to assemble—it also provides some incentive to brush up on those bartending skills.
$18at World MarketBuy Now17 This succulent puzzle
Even if you don't have much of a green thumb, you can still bring this gorgeous succulent puzzle to life. With numerous plants in similar hues and 1000 pieces to assemble, it's much tougher than meets the eye.
$50at WalmartBuy Now18 This geode puzzle
Do regular, rectangular jigsaw puzzles bore you to tears? Try your hand one of these geode puzzles instead. With thin-cut pieces and no corners, they'll keep even the biggest puzzle heads busy for hours.
$65at Uncommon GoodsBuy Now19 This floral bookplate puzzle
If you can't get to your local botanical garden, why not bring those blooms home with this beautiful floral puzzle? With 1000 pieces to assemble, it's a great way to pass a long evening at home.
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