In need of some Father’s Day gift inspo? We’ve got you covered with multiple options sorted by interest so you can find the right thing for every dad, uncle, grandpa, significant other, and father figure in your life. How about a new e-reader for the bookworm dad, or a smart new bike helmet to help him look his best when rolling around town? Plus, gifts for the dads who are in charge of vacation dinner reservations, and the ones who can never seem to get enough caffeine. As a reminder, Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16, this year—so there’s still plenty of time to order him the perfect gift. Read on for our favorite travel-friendly Father’s Day gift ideas for 2024, or jump straight to the section that fits your recipient best.
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
Find the best Father’s Day gifts by interest:
For the bookworm
Kindle Paperwhite
This e-reader–and we’ve tested many–is waterproof (read: beach or poolside-friendly), and has an adjustable built-in front light for evening reading.
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Audible subscription
When you gift an Audible a subscription, the recipient will get one free audiobook each month, plus 30 percent off of any additional audiobooks they want to listen to.
For the dad who’s always looking up new restaurants
For the coffee shop connoisseur
Cold Bruer drip coffee maker
This slow drip cold brew tool yields coffee that’s never sandy or muddy, and mimics that coffee shop texture everyone strives for.
For the cycle enthusiast
Nite Ize Wraptor Smartphone Mount
One of our reader’s most-purchased Amazon buys? This handy phone mount, which makes following directions and playing music safer and easier, wherever dad decides to pedal next.
Thousand bike helmet
Thousand’s retro bike helmets are lightweight (read: good to travel with) and come in a whole host of colors, from gold and bright red to subtler tones of navy and black.
For the dad who loves a spa day
Coyuchi Organic Cotton robe
Get dad this quintessential, dreamily soft cotton robe that won’t embarrass you when he steps out to fetch the morning paper at the mailbox.
For the tech-fanatic dad
Apple AirTag
Never worry about dad misplacing his belongings again. Apple AirTags keep track of valuables via the Find My app on his phone.
1Mii Bluetooth 5.0 adapter
Upgrade his plane setup with this handy Bluetooth adapter, which will allow him to use his AirPods, Beats, or any other wireless headphones while watching in-flight entertainment.
Canon Ivy Mini Photo Printer
For the dad who doubles as a paparazzo on vacation, Canon’s portable wireless printer allows him to turn some of those digital memories into prints at the drop of a hat.
For the first-time dad
Mzoo contoured sleep mask
The sudden need to sleep at odd hours, whenever he can find them, makes one a welcome addition for any new dad. If you want some other eye mask inspiration, check out our full list of favorites.
Yeti Rambler stackable mug
New dads are tired! Access to hot coffee at all times of day is vitally important, and no insulated mug keeps the hot hot (and the cold cold) quite like a Yeti.
For the active dad
Osprey Daylite Sling Backpack
When he doesn’t want to carry a full pack, a sling backpack is a must. This one has a thick adjustable strap for extra comfort and can be worn across the body or on one shoulder.
Putting green
If dad’s idea of a vacation well spent is finding a new golf course to play a round at, bring the game to him with an at-home putting green.
For the camper dad
Even more gift ideas
Gray Malin The Essential Collection book
For the photo-happy dad: If he loves to flip through coffee table books and already has one of Gray Malin‘s iconic overhead shots hanging in his office, he’ll love the photographer’s new tome.
Cadence The Bestsellers
For the dad who packs everyone’s family vacation essentials: Give him a cool new way to store his toiletries with Cadence’s leakproof magnetic capsules.
Calpak Hue laptop duffel
For the dad always flying business class: This is a perfect size weekender bag for any summer or work trips your dad has planned.
Dolly Parton, Songteller
For the dad who loves country music: Who doesn’t love Dolly? This book looks back at 175 (!) of Ms. Parton’s most iconic songs, mixing in personal stories from the queen herself.