Why leave all the fun to the kids? Puzzling is fantastic for all ages. Doing a jigsaw puzzle can be a great way for adults to unwind and keep their minds happy and healthy. Not to mention the joy you get from finally finishing a puzzle! Sit down, relax and check out our selection of 9 beautiful jigsaw puzzles for adults. 

Why is doing puzzles good for adults? 

• Cognitive function: Jigsaw puzzles and games involve a lot of problem-solving, which is great to keep your brain active. Research has shown that doing puzzles regularly promotes neuroplasticity, helping our brains form new connections. This means that puzzling could possibly be a way of preventing conditions like dementia and Alzheimer's disease.   
• Improving your memory: Putting a puzzle together involves remembering details of the pieces. Puzzles strengthen your memory as you decide how to put your puzzle together based on the shapes, colours and specific images in the scenes. Remembering these elements means that you can complete other tasks quickly and easily, such as finding where you may have put your keys! 
• Stress relief: Take a break from work and household chores and relax with a puzzle. Jigsaw puzzles are the perfect mindful activity for adults, as you take your time to put the pieces together. Find a puzzle with a picture that you find soothing to help shake off anxious thoughts and feelings that may arise during the day. 
• Fulfilling fun: Be proud of yourself! Completing a puzzle releases dopamine, which is known as the pleasure and reward hormone. This means that puzzling can make you feel happier and healthier. Puzzles are a great way for adults to have fun without overexerting themselves, complete on your own or enjoy bonding over doing a jigsaw puzzle with family. 

How do I choose a jigsaw puzzle? 

There are several things to consider before purchasing a puzzle, but don’t worry, we’ve got your back with our short guide on choosing the right jigsaw for you! 

Picture and theme:

What are your interests? Are you an animal fan, a landscape lover, or do you like to be by the seaside? Choosing the best puzzle images to suit you is important, as it can affect your overall enjoyment of the puzzle. Additionally, if you want to frame your puzzle once you’ve completed it, choosing a beautiful puzzle that matches the colours and themes in your home may also be important to you. Select your jigsaw puzzle based on the scene or picture you find most aesthetically pleasing. 

Quality of the puzzle:

No one wants flimsy puzzle pieces. Ensure that you buy a jigsaw with sturdy pieces & materials so that there is less chance of it wearing out over time, tearing or breaking. Great puzzles should have pieces that are cut so that they can effortlessly fit together without any fraying. At House of Puzzles, we pride ourselves on ensuring that your puzzles are crafted with high-quality FSC Certified board, meaning our jigsaw pieces are both long-lasting and earth-friendly.   

Difficulty & number of pieces:

Choosing a puzzle with lots of little details and pieces may not be the best idea if you’re a beginner. Overall, the best size jigsaw puzzles for adults are around 500 to 1000 pieces, but it depends on your skill level and enjoyment. If you’re a novice puzzler, a 500-piece puzzle may be a better choice as these are not too easy for adults that you’ll get bored with them, but not as complicated as a larger puzzle. If you fancy more of a challenge or have some time on your hands, a jigsaw puzzle with 1000 pieces will help you to engage your brain more.

Depending on how you like to puzzle, you may want to pick a jigsaw with larger shapes, which is great for those of us with poorer eyesight, but if you like more intricate puzzles, smaller pieces may be the best for you. Discover our range of unique jigsaw puzzles below and pick one that suits your needs. 

9 Beautiful Puzzles for Adults 

We’ve picked out some of our best puzzles for adults that feature magnificent nature scenes, charming animals, and flourishing flowers. Choose between 500 and 1000 piece puzzles to capture your interest. Whatever you find beautiful, we’ve got the puzzle for you to try! 

Lake View Big 500 Puzzle

Watch stress float away with this serene Lake View 500-piece puzzle. This gorgeous water and countryside scene was illustrated by artist Czes Pachela. The picture centres a still blue lake and features green flowing hills and lush trees. This jigsaw has extra-large puzzle pieces for a simple and relaxing puzzling session. 

Summer Birds 1000 Piece Puzzle

Another masterpiece from the magnificent Czes Pachela, this Summer Birds puzzle makes a delightful gift for any bird watcher. This 1000 piece puzzle features an array of brightly coloured birds and floral details against a sunshine-filled garden. Summer Birds is a great jigsaw puzzle for adults looking for something beautiful to engage their brains with.  

 

 

Bloomin’ Lovely Big 500 Jigsaw Puzzle 

This beautiful jigsaw is as Bloomin’ Lovely as the title suggests! Created by talented artist Robert Barry, this delightful village scene contains adorable animals and familiar buildings to make you feel cosy and comfortable. Bloomin' Lovely is part of our collection of big piece puzzles for adults, the larger pieces are much easier to handle and slot into place, so people of all abilities can join in. 

Seaspray Cottages Big 500 Puzzle  

Take your brain on a beachside holiday with the Seaspray Cottages. This 500 piece puzzle is the ideal activity for the summer with details of the sand, sea and everything in between! Illustrated by Keith Stapleton, this seaside scene features lovely blue waves and charming cottages for a mindful puzzling session. 

Railway Children 1000 Piece Puzzle 

All aboard! Enjoy putting our Railway Children puzzle together with family, or take some well-deserved ‘me time’ and complete the jigsaw on your own. This 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle by Keith Stapleton features a beautifully detailed train engine, blue skies and children watching as the train glides away. Take a journey right out of a picture book with this wonderful railway puzzle. 

Wildflowers 1000 Piece Puzzle 

Discover an abundance of nature with this Wildflowers 1000 Piece Puzzle. Beautifully illustrated by the amazing Tracy Hall, this jigsaw spotlights a collection of colourful flowers for you to spot in the outdoors. Beady-eyed puzzlers may be able to spot some butterflies between the poppies and bluebells. Count how many creatures you can find for an extra challenge! 

Sixties Green Big 250 Puzzle 

Have a groovy time with this Sixties Green puzzle by extraordinary artist Ray Cresswell. With 250 large pieces, this puzzle is great for adults who are newbies to the puzzle game or older adults who may struggle with smaller pieces. The purples and oranges make a beautiful background for this sixties town park scene. Packed with colour and unique characters to admire, this charming puzzle looks great and gets your brain going. 

Glenfinnan Ladies 1000 Piece Puzzle 

Marvel at the Scottish landscape with our Glenfinnan Ladies jigsaw puzzle. This 1000 piece puzzle by Keith Stapleton captures the beauty of the Highlands with its stunning hills and endearing cow illustrations. Moo-ve out of the way kids, this relaxing puzzle is the ideal jigsaw for adult animal fanatics.  

Pleasant Evening 500 Piece Puzzle 

Settle down after a long day with our Pleasant Evening jigsaw. This puzzle will calm the senses with its sunset skies, warm colours and amusing local pub illustrations. Lovingly drawn by artist Neil Barry, adults can certainly have a Pleasant Evening putting this 500-piece jigsaw together 

More Jigsaw Puzzles for Adults 

Still searching for the perfect puzzle? Check out our jigsaw sale on our website and follow us on Instagram at @thehouseofpuzzlesltd for more puzzling ideas for adults.