50 Best 70th Birthday Gifts: Your Ultimate List (2023)

This pretty necklace is a wonderful 70th birthday gift for a lady who loves simplicity with meaning. Made from shimmering sterling silver, this necklace features seven interlocking rings, each signifying one of the decades of her life. It hangs beautifully in the nape of the neck, with the rings connected to sterling silver chains on either side. It’s cleverly packaged with a sweet sentiment inside, so it’s perfectly ready for gift giving. She might also love the single large ring necklace that comes with a sweet birthday message as well.

For the guy or gal who just doesn’t want to talk about turning 70, but who also has a great sense of humor about this milestone, this tee shirt is the perfect hilarious gift to keep them laughing all year long. We love that it comes in both men’s and women’s styles as well as five different colors. Men might also like the It Took Me 70 Years To Look This Good Tee Shirt, which sadly, doesn’t come in women’s sizes.

This planter maximizes grow space, perfect for hungry families. If you’re looking for the perfect gift to give to help an older person get growing in their backyard, the VegTrug planter has enough room to grow up to 30 salads and vegetables at any time on a patio, or in their garden with this sturdy space-saving growing solution. It features a unique V-shape design that maximizes the growing area without using so much soil. In the 16.5 inch center of this raised planter, you can grow deep-rooted veggies like carrots, tomatoes, and beets, while reserving the outer edges for things like lettuces and herbs.

The V-design makes this an ideal garden space for anyone who is elderly and using a walker or is wheelchair-bound as it allows for legroom under the angled box. The wood is treated with a food-safe preservative to ensure a long life and many years of enjoyable gardening. The six sturdy legs mean this planter is stable, and each features a foot to keep ground rot from creeping up the legs. 

Raised planter boxes come in many styles to allow for more or less growing room depending on your giftee’s space availability. 

It really doesn’t matter what someone’s age is, the fact of the matter is that people misplace their keys and wallets all the time. But you can be the hero for your friend or family member turning 70. This four pack of key finders from Tile are a terrific birthday gift that will make their lives so much easier.

They can simply slip a Tile onto their key ring, or slide it into their wallet and whenever they’re searching at the last minute to find their lost item, they can either sound an audible alarm to go searching, or check their smartphone (assuming it’s not what’s lost) with the Tile app, to locate their missing items. 

If you’re shopping on a budget, start them out with a Tile two pack, and let them get used to using these cool devices. You can always give them more later.

Waffles are a classic comfort food, and this eight inch waffle maker cooks them perfectly. Bigger than the Dash Mini Waffle Maker, (which is also a cool gift) this creates a bit larger, but still single serve waffle in a matter of minutes. The nonstick surfaces mean waffles release in a snap, plus it’s easy to clean and simple to store making it great for smaller kitchens, and those who want to minimize additional appliances. 

This waffle maker can also be used to cook other food items, from paninis to eggs. It comes with a recipe book included, so your giftee can maximize the number of ways they can use this cool kitchen tool. Another nifty spin on the waffle, the Dash Waffle Bowl Maker lets them create edible bowls for ice cream, fried chicken and more. 

Back pain seems almost unavoidable as we age, but this comfy seat cushion can help to relieve aches and pains from sciatica and arthritis by cradling the sacrum and tailbone. Made of memory foam, this cushion’s ergonomic design is contoured to the body’s pressure points to alleviate pain and discomfort.

It helps to improve posture and provide lumbar support, which is especially important if your birthday person sits a lot. They’ll also love that the cushion is removable for cleaning. The ComfiLife Seat Cushion is enhanced with cooling gel to keep their back and bottom out of the hot seat. Both of these seat cushions come with a handle so they’re easy to grab and take anywhere.

Let’s face it, time isn’t the kindest to our skin, so by the time we turn 70, we can use all the beauty tools and tricks that are available. If you’re looking for an affordable 70 birthday gift for either a man or a woman, this cool ice roller comes in at less than $15. It uses an ice filled roller to massage the face, minimizing puffiness, redness and droopy skin.

The handle is easy to manage, and this handy device comes with both a stainless steel roller to enhance the cooling effect, and a plastic massaging roller. The cool therapy can help relieve stress and tension when used on the temples and forehead, and it’s also an effective way to relieve the pain of sunburn. Kept in the freezer, it’s a great solution to their morning eye bags.

A leather jacket is always a welcome addition to a man’s wardrobe, but this lambskin leather jacket is a cut above. This would make a great gift for someone you love – perhaps your dad, husband or brother.  With a distressed look, this jacket feels super soft to the touch and even though it’s brand new, it has that already broken in comfort.

We think your birthday man will love the longer length and stylish cut. A bit formal, without being too fancy, it will look terrific with either slacks or jeans, and the longer length will provide a bit of added warmth if he needs it. If your guy is a taller man or a larger than average size guy, a similar lambskin leather jacket from BGSD comes in a wide range of both large and tall sizes. 

Turning 70 often means more time to travel and pursue outdoor activities that just weren’t possible while folks were still working. If you’ve got an outdoorsy birthday person, these carbon fiber trekking poles are an ideal gift for improving stability on uneven terrain. At just 7.8 ounces, they literally weigh next to nothing. but provide super strong support for more aggressive hikes. 

These poles come with tungsten carbide tips and adjustable wrist straps, but they’re also flexible for many uses because they include tip accessories like snow baskets, boots, and small rubber feet. Another bonus? They come with a convenient carrying bag too. The quick lock tab makes them height adjustable on the fly, which means your giftee gets a custom fit every time. 

Skin care becomes more and more important as we age, and for the man who is discerning about the products he uses, this natural and organic skin care kit from Brickell is an awesome birthday choice. It features a purifying charcoal face wash that detoxifies his skin, removing impurities without drying and irritation. The fast-absorbing oil-free moisturizer is a daily solution to hydration without feeling greasy. And the renewing face scrub gets rid of ingrown hairs and bumps, leaving a smooth surface for shaving. 

If your birthday man happens to sport a beard, another nice 70th birthday gift idea is the Viking Revolution Beard Care Kit which features a boar bristle brush, sandalwood beard comb, beard oil, beard balm and scissors to keep him looking trimmed and neat. 

And just in case he’s using that same old electric razor from 20 years ago, consider a new electric shaving and trimmer like this fantastic one from Braun.

Perhaps you’ve been caught up in the bamboo fabric craze, and perhaps you haven’t, but if you already know about and love bamboo, we’d encourage you to test out these luxurious eucalyptus lyocell sheets from Sheets & Giggles. You’ll instantly know why this sheet set is such a wonderful gift. Sleeping cool is key to getting deep restful sleep, and too often beds get hot and sweaty, causing restlessness and lengthy waking periods in the night. This set of lyocell sheets is super breathable, meaning perspiration evaporates and sleepers stay cool all night long. 

What makes them even better for someone who’s turning 70 is that they’re ridiculously soft on the skin. They feel like silk, except they’re not slippery or shiny. They’re just smooth on the skin that can be thin and too tender for cotton sheets. 

They’re made with sustainable eucalyptus fiber which is made into lyocell – similar to rayon but softer. They wash beautifully, resist wrinkles, and come in more than a half dozen colors. Keep their head extra cool with a cooling pillow or cooling mattress topper as well. They’ll love you for a great night’s rest. And while we don’t want to give away the secret, the packaging these sheets come in is absolutely hilarious and so you’re giving them the gift of laughter too.

Perhaps you’ve got a girlfriend who’s about to turn the big seven zero. A great way to help her celebrate this milestone even if you’re on a budget is this cute ball cap that’s perfect for her next game of golf, In fact, maybe you should invite her for a round, followed by cocktails to celebrate the big day. 

Don’t think she’d be into wearing a ball cap? That’s okay. Why not get her this cute Life Begins at 70 tee shirt instead? It comes in tons of fun colors, and because it’s a women’s tee shirt, it won’t look blocky or bulky when she wears it. And, if she happens to live some place where colder weather is frequent, you might want to get her the long sleeve version of this same tee.

As we age, there’s no doubt about the fact that our hearing gets a little diminished. If your parents or grandparents already have a flat screen TV, they can vouch for how lousy the audio is on most of them. This Bose sound bar delivers everything you’d expect from Bose – advanced technology to deliver clear sound their TV just can’t. It even features a special dialogue mode that makes every word stand out. 

If you’ve given them an Amazon Echo or any other Alexa enabled device, this soundbar is also Bluetooth capable, so they can listen to their favorite music channels with the soundbar even when they don’t have the TV on. If you’re looking for a soundbar that’s already Alexa enabled, the Bose Soundbar 700 is a major splurge, but as with all 70th birthday gifts, totally worth it.

Because 70 is such a momentous birthday, why not splurge on something that your favorite person will really cherish? This beautiful hand blown glass vase is both a piece of art, and a functional gift. In fact, every year until your giftee turns 80, you could be sure to deliver fresh flowers to be placed in it on their birthday.

This stunner features an iridescent finish, and comes in brilliant hues of blue, green pink and gold. It will be a gift that wows anyone who receives it. The artist, Elaine Hyde, has another beauty in red hues that’s worth consideration. Just in case these beautiful vases are a little too spendy for your budget, you can get a gorgeous hand blown bud vase for a lot less.

Do you have a man or woman on your birthday gift list that loves to get down and dirty? Whether they like to work on cars, build raised garden beds, or create projects of any kind in their shop, they likely suffer from the cuts and bruises that go along with their most passionate pursuits. That’s when a pair of these awesome leather arm chaps can really come in handy.

Designed to protect the delicate skin on their wrists and forearms, as well as the tops of their hands, these leather chaps can be custom fit so they’re comfortable no matter what project they happen to be working on. A zipper means they can tighten and loosen the chaps, and the best part is they leave fingers free to do all the things where dexterity and tactile touch are required. 

As people age, we become a lot more prone to developing allergies or being at risk of catching the viruses that are going around. If you’re looking for a purifier that will keep you breathing easy, this sleek looking UV air purifier for medium rooms is a winning idea. The TruSens HEPA air purifier is an affordable option, plus it has lots of features you’ll want, including four fan speeds, auto-timer, a UV mode, and filter replacement indicators.

This purifier features 360 degree air purification, while an axial-centrifugal fan delivers optimal suction for better results. With four levels of purification, it catches dust and pet dander. It uses a washable pre-filter and carbon filter to capture pet hair and dust, a HEPA filter, and UV light sterilization to purify the air. This unit captures common pollutants as well as viruses to keep their home safe. An air quality sensor pod communicates with the purifier to signal when it needs to ramp up.

At just 22 inches tall, the TruSens covers up to 375 square feet. An integrated handle makes it so easy to pick up and move into a convenient spot. PureDirect proprietary technology splits clean air into two air streams, delivering purified air more comfortably and efficiently throughout any room. That bi-directional airflow delivers purified air more effectively, and in some cases, has been proven to be up to 24% more efficient. You can get a larger model as well. It covers 750 square feet.

If you like the thought of UV air purifiers as a gift option, there are many choices available at every price point.

Whether you give them this stunning woven bracelet as jewelry or as a gift of healing therapy, your 70 year old will love it either way. This pretty bracelet is woven of pure copper, German silver and jeweler’s brass woven in a pattern that appears and retreats, much like an analogy for life. this bracelet features two permanent, north-pole, rare-earth magnets to relieve pain and enhance well being. Created by artist Sergio Lub, you’ll find many of his beautiful bracelets get rave reviews for their designs.

By the time someone turns 70, they’ve earned a lifetime of reading, relaxation, and comfort. This hanging chaise lounge chair gives them the perfect respite to hang out in their yard while enjoying a good book, beer, or just staring off into nature. The curvature of the chaise is comfy and it comes with a built-in back cushion as well as a sunshade to protect them from overexposure to UV rays.

The steel frame is powder-coated to be rust and corrosion resistant and the cushions and shade are both water and UV resistant. Sweet swing indeed. While this chair is pretty sizeable, there are many other hammock chairs you could gift them as well.

When folks turn 70, they’ll likely love any gift that makes their life simpler, that’s why we think they might really enjoy this Kohler touchless foaming soap dispenser that’s easy to fill and keeps sink-side mess at a minimum. It features a 20 second lighted timer to help them know when they’ve been washing their hands for the CDC recommended duration, which is especially important during cold and flu season.

Touchless soap dispensers are awesome because they automatically detect hand motion and dispense just the right amount of soap, and because it’s battery-operated, there’s no need for an outlet nearby. These are great for both kitchens and bathrooms.

At 70, folks often like to find creative pursuits that allow them to keep both their hands and their minds engaged in a project. For anyone who loves yarn arts, and we’re talking about both men and women, this gorgeous rosewood hand-carved yarn bowl would be a lovely gift that will also keep their yarn from turning into a knotted mess. 

This bowl holds skeins up to 10 ounces, yet it’s light enough to carry in a knitting or crochet bag. It comes in several sizes, although if you want to splurge on your giftee, you could get them this set of three different sizes. They come beautifully boxed and ready for gift giving.

Yarn bowls come in many different designs from funky to elegant, and all are quite affordably priced.

If you know someone who’s about to turn 70, you can bet they were part of many social movements and protests. If they’ve always held close their love for the environment, this eco-friendly Candle by the Hour is a fun gift that harkens back to a simpler time. Made with 100% natural beeswax, this candle has a vintage-looking design. The copper tone is warm, and the unique wrapped wax candle has a cotton wick.

If you’re worried about them leaving a candle burning, this candle handles it. They simply pull up some of the beeswax coil through the spring loaded clip in increments of 3 inches or less. Each three inches of candle wax will burn approximately one hour. If you’re looking for something more elegant, candle gift sets are always a nice gift option as well.

Sometimes a piece of beautiful home décor can be an unexpected and much appreciated birthday gift. The Creative Co-op Sunburst Mirror at 35.5 inches across is a gorgeous statement piece. With its crackled weathered gold finish, it is a cool transitional piece that could fit with mid century modern or other décor styles from Moroccan to Tuscan. The mirror itself is 11.25 inches across, but the real focal point is the heavier sunburst rays. They create a dramatic presence that would lend itself to larger spaces in the home. 

Make a mantle grouping with this mirror and one or two others for a major wow factor. We’d suggest getting two of our featured mirrors combined with the Mud Pie Gold Sunburst Mirror, which at just 20 inches, makes it a good one to add varied sizes to your grouping. If you love the idea of sunburst mirrors there are many styles to choose from that range from spendy to budget-friendly.

After my folks retired, one of their favorite activities was working together on jigsaw puzzles. But the problem was, the puzzle often took up the top of their dining table. You can solve that dilemma by giving them gift of the Jigthings Jigtable. This puzzle table features a tilt top, and caster wheels so it can be moved and realigned for everyone’s comfort without ever disturbing the puzzle in progress.

Because of the base design, it can easily be slid up to a chair or layed flat to double as a TV tray or game table when not tied up with a puzzle. The laminated beech tabletop is 31 inches by 22 inches and can accommodate puzzles up to 3,000 pieces with the addition of larger jigboards. Need a different or more portable design? We’ve got some awesome recommendations.

Most 70 year olds love that they have more time to play in their yard once they’re retired, and this portable greenhouse kit is a perfect gift idea that lets them start and nurture plants until they’re ready to move outside, as well as keeps small starts safe until all threat of frost has passed. This walk-in greenhouse features six wire mesh shelves on each side and a roll-up zippered door to keep animals out at night.

At 56 by 56 inches square and 77 inches tall, this clever greenhouse is an ideal find for the beginning gardener. The heavy-duty powder-coated steel frame is rust and corrosion resistant for many years of solid use. The durable reinforced green PE cover can also stand up to wind and weather. If you’re splurge shopping for a 70 year old who’s an experienced gardener and budget isn’t an issue, we’ve got a list of some amazing greenhouses to consider.

Entertaining becomes a much more likely option when you’re 70 because work is probably a thing of the past. That’s why this bamboo cheese board makes a great gift. It’s the perfect way to let your birthday guy or gal serve up a few hors d’oeuvres without the commitment of inviting a crowd over for dinner. 

This all in one serving tray features a smooth top for cheeses and charcuterie, while the edges are grooved to hold crackers or bruschetta. It has a slide-out drawer that contains a stainless steel cutting knife and three other serving utensils. This set also comes with slate markers to identify the different foods on the platter that can be cleaned and reused time and again.