There are few things more relaxing in life than busting open the box of a new jigsaw puzzle, spreading the pieces across your dining room table, and ignoring all of your responsibilities as you snap each piece together. While there are countless puzzles to choose from, some are so jaw-droppingly stunning that they’re basically interactive works of art. From colorful scenes to out-of-this-world planets to exotic destinations, the following 30 jigsaw puzzles are so beautiful they deserve to be framed.
Oh, and there are some donuts thrown in, too. Because donuts are exquisitely beautiful, right?
The Earth Puzzle That’s Seriously Captivating
Let’s start off with one that features two huge trends in puzzles right now: a round shape and a space theme. This gorgeous puzzle from Blue Kazoo Games is crafted from the highest resolution image ever taken of the earth, and you’ll be completely blown away by the clarity and brilliant colors.
The Artichoke Puzzle That Turns Food Into Art
You don’t have to be a die-hard foodie to find this Artichoke Floral Jigsaw Puzzle by Galison beautiful. The lush green, orange, red, and pink hues juxtaposed with the black background make it especially compelling. Even artichoke-haters would love this puzzle!
The Moon Puzzle That’ll Make You Howl
Another puzzle from the Blue Kazoo Games planet series, this moon puzzle also features a high-quality image and unique round shape that totally flips the script on traditional jigsaw puzzles. Each crater and lava rock is beautifully represented and will take you back to the days of staring at the night sky through your telescope.
The Gradient Rainbow Puzzle That’s So Vibrant
Has your life been feeling a bit blah lately? Add a punch of color with this Gradient Color Rainbow Jigsaw Puzzle. There’s something about the gradient design that makes it oh-so mesmerizing, and the round shape adds a fun, challenging twist.
The Space Scene Puzzle That’ll Put You Over The Moon
Speaking of space, here’s another puzzle with a celestial spin. The details are completely mind-blowing, and after you finish it you’ll immediately fall into a deep Google hole trying to find out when traveling to outer space will become normal for non-astronauts.
The Positano Puzzle That’ll Have You Planning Your Next Vacay
Ah, Italy. The sights…the sounds…the smells…this puzzle captures them all. It features an image of the seaside village of Positano at dusk and will immediately give you wanderlust. After you finish it, you’ll just need to find an equally beautiful frame. Bellissimo!
The Paper Craft Puzzle That Looks 3D
This puzzle will inspire you to take on a new hobby: paper crafting. Each piece of paper is cut, twisted, and folded in a way that makes it resemble a gorgeous flower petal or leaf, and the image is so crystal clear that it almost looks 3-dimensional.
The Succulent Puzzle That Has Gorgeous Details
Succulents are all the rage these days, so why not bring even more of these unique plants into your home with this fun 1,000-piece puzzle? Plus, if you’re not the puzzle-framing type, this one also comes with a full-sized poster of the puzzle image.
The Intricate Puzzle That Has All The Colors
Customers are raving about this bright and intricate puzzle, which has over 350 positive reviews on Amazon. The medallion design looks just as beautiful when you first start putting it together as it does when finished. This is one you won’t want to shove back into the box immediately after putting it together.
The Donut Puzzle That’s Delicious and Sugar-Free
Here’s some good news: there’s finally a way to enjoy your favorite pastries without the calories. This delicious puzzle looks good enough to eat and will have your mouth watering the entire time you’re working on it. And yes, your eyes aren’t deceiving you. Some of those donuts have bacon on them.
The Butterfly Puzzle That’s Stunningly High-Def
If the weather has been gray lately and you’ve been feeling extra stir-crazy, it’s time to bring a pop of springtime flair into your home with this butterfly puzzle by Ecstasi. You’ll find new details every time you look at it.
The Horoscope Puzzle That You’ll Want to Frame
Into horoscopes? Then you need this Horoscope Puzzle by Ingooood. All the zodiac signs are beautifully represented with unique images and rich colors, and the sun/moon face at the center ties the whole piece together. This puzzle would also make a great gift for the astrologer in your life.
The Library Puzzle That Has a Striking Twist
The mind-bending image on this 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle is a combination of two tranquil scenes: a quiet, handsome study and a calm, lily pad-filled pond. When combined, they create something that’s both oddly beautiful and utterly fascinating. Hang this completed puzzle in your den to seem instantly more interesting.
The Gradient Puzzle That’ll Please Your Eyeballs
When was the last time you tried your hand at a gradient puzzle? If the answer is “never”, this puzzle will definitely inspire you to change that. You’ll probably want to frame the finished product.
The Fantastical Puzzle That’s Completely Captivating
If you’ve always dreamed of owning a home that includes a room filled with floor to ceiling bookshelves completely jam-packed with books of all different colors, shapes, and sizes, this is the puzzle for you. Plus, it even features an adorable dog. What more could you ask for?
The Colorful Deer Puzzle That Makes a Sweet Statement
The pictures of this puzzle simply do not do it justice; it’s even more gorgeous in person. Bonus: this 1,000-piece puzzle is composed of high-quality basswood, which means it’s about 100-times more durable than the cardboard varieties and makes a satisfying snapping sound when you put it together.
The Beast and Belle Puzzle That Makes You a Part of The Magic
Escape into a world of pure fantasy with this Disney Dreams Beauty and The Beast in The Moonlight Puzzle by Thomas Kinkade. Even if you’re not a huge fan of Disney, you can’t deny how absolutely stunning this puzzle is.
The Wolf Puzzle That’s Hauntingly Beautiful
Bring out your wild side with this I AM Wolf puzzle by Madd Capp Puzzles. The unique head-shaped border makes this puzzle really stand out from the pack, and the poster-sized completed image makes a big impact. Plus, it’s dust-free!
The Venice Puzzle That Gives You The Perfect Escape
Feeling bummed about not being able to take a trip anytime soon? Travel to a romantic locale without even leaving home with this Colorful Venice Jigsaw Puzzle by Colorcraft, which depicts a row of charming Venice homes beside a sparkling canal.
The Vintage Book Puzzle That’ll Make You Feel Well-Read
Show off your literary side with this Vintage Library 1,000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle by Galison. Each spine has a pop of metallic gold from the foil accents, and the books are so clear it looks as if you could reach into the photo and grab one.
The Women in Science Puzzle That’ll Inspire You
Celebrate female STEM pioneers with this Women in Science Puzzle & Poster by Rachel Ignotofsky. This cute, quirky, and ridiculously pretty puzzle recognizes 15 trailblazing women who have made life-changing advances in the fields of mathematics, technology, science, and engineering.
The Frank Lloyd Wright Puzzle That Has Shimmery Gold Foil
The stunning details in this 500-piece Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Peacock Rug Jigsaw Puzzle by Galison are truly a sight to behold. The gold foil accents bring major glam that would look dazzling when sounded by a matching metallic frame.
The Hidden Dog Puzzle That Has a Fun Feature
This one has an extra dose of fun: not only is this a traditional 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle, but it also features photos that have an adorable hiding pooch. It’s like two games in one! That little Momo is surprisingly tough to find!
The Spectrum of Seashells Puzzle That’ll Transport You to the Beach
Can’t see a beach excursion in your near future? Bring some nautical style to your dining room table with this Beachcomber’s Companion 1,000 Piece Puzzle With Shaped Pieces. Yes, you read that correctly. This baby is 1,000 pieces, so it’s for professional puzzlers only.
The ‘Wizard of Oz’ Puzzle That’ll Take You Down the Yellow Brick Road
Take a trip down memory lane (and down the Yellow Brick Road) with this Wizard of Oz Jigsaw Puzzle by MasterPieces. It features a gorgeous technicolor image of all your favorites from this timeless classic: Dorothy, Scarecrow, The Tin Man, The Cowardly Lion, The Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda the Good Witch, and Toto, too!
The Star Wars Puzzle That’s Surprisingly Pretty
If you don’t usually associate the Star Wars films with beautiful images, the attention to detail and gorgeous use of colors in this Star Wars You Were The Chosen One 2000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle by Buffalo Games is sure to change your mind.
The Monet Puzzle That’s Literal Art
Sure, you could buy prints of beautiful paintings by history’s greatest artists and hang them around your home, but where’s the fun in that? This Japanese Footbridge by Claude Monet (1000 Piece) Puzzle by EuroGraphics allows you to play with your art before hanging it up.
The Shakespearean Puzzle That Thee Wilt Loveth
This World of Shakespeare 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle by Laurence King Publishing is a must-have item for any fan of The Bard. It depicts London the way it looked during Shakespeare’s time and is filled with charming scenes and fanciful characters. This puzzle is such stuff as dreams are made on.
The Clear Puzzle That’s Both Difficult and Dazzling
Here’s the thing about this puzzle: it’s completely clear. That’s it. No pretty painting, striking photo, not even a slight tint of color. It’s just 70 pieces of 1-inch plastic that you have to try to figure out how to put together. And while this puzzle might be insanely hard, it sure is pretty to look at.
The Sun Puzzle That’s Insanely Cool (And Hot)
Rounding out the Earth, Moon, and Sun series from Blue Kazoo Games, the sun puzzle is so intensely vibrant that it almost looks hot to the touch. Striking light flares and intense colors ranging from light yellow to deep orange make this puzzle absolutely radiant.
Blue Kazoo Games Sells a Sun, Moon & Earth Bundle
Do you love the hi-res, beautiful earth, moon, and sun puzzles in this list? Want to save money on a bundle? Then, this is the option for you. Buy all 3 at once and save a whopping $26 bucks! Now that’s just smart puzzling on your part.