47 Unique Birthday Gift Ideas for People Turning the Big 3-0 (2024)

Entering your 30s can feel like a huge deal ― and it is! While your twenties are a time of growth and change, your thirties are a time to begin using all the lessons you've learned. Now that you've reached this exciting decade, you likely have less time for socializing and more responsibilities than ever, but that doesn't mean your thirties are a total no-fun zone. The big 3-0 is an important milestone, so celebrate them with our list of unique 30th birthday gifts they'll adore.

But with such an important life transition, finding the perfect gift might be difficult. But don't stress, our gift editors have worked for you and found that the most meaningful gifts often speak to their personality and interests, along with your relationship with them. No matter what you buy adding a thoughtful and personalized touch will make any gift special. Shopping for him? Upgrading his favorite tech gadgets might be just the ticket. You can also go the sentimental route for your husband or wife, present an experience gift to your BFF who desperately needs a spa day, or go the more sentimental route for your husband or wife.

So get ready to shop, because our guide to the best 30th birthday gift ideas includes recommendations from our gift experts found through hours of online browsing. Just don't forget to include a cute "Happy Birthday" card while you're at it!

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This jumpsuit is a hit on TikTok, and we're pretty sure it'll quickly become a staple in her wardrobe. It's made of ribbed polyester with spandex for extra stretch, plus it's so versatile she can wear it from the office to a night out with friends.

They'll adore this 30th birthday-themed beer glass that's packaged in a fun wooden barrel box. "It looked great, kept the glass secure and safe, and everyone talked about the barrel and how neat it looked," one Amazon reviewer commented. It'll hold a large pour and the engraving will let him know that they've "aged to perfection" even though they are turning 30.

If you're on the hunt for a cute and useful gift, go for these glasses. They have a bamboo lid to keep her drinks from spilling and reusable straws to reduce waste. What's more, she'll love how much you appreciate her making the world a better place.

They're likely cooking at home more now instead of splurging on takeout, so this DIY sushi kit is the perfect way to welcome them to the decade. It has all the ingredients they need to make a delicious roll (or two), plus a shopping guide and drink pairing suggestions.

Complete with a shoe compartment and a pocket for wet clothing, she can use this waterproof bag as a carry-on for a weekend trip or for the gym. "Fantastic quality for the price. Sturdy and feels solid," one Amazon shopper shared.

Once they've hit 30, their hangovers are likely getting worse and worse. These drops will reduce the ingredients that cause those horrible wine headaches and one bottle will treat up to 55 glasses.

This makeup brush is popular on TikTok for good reason. It includes four vital brushes, including one for eyeshadow and bronzer, along with a blending version that will give her a flawless finish every time.

If you just want to give them a little something, go with this cool card that highlights all the major moments and trends from the year that they were born.

A cool way to honor their age without it being too obvious, is with this sweet necklace. It features 30 beads, and will instantly become a treasured keepsake.

Because they're not a regular 30-year-old, they're a cool 30-year-old. Plus, this sweet linen makeup bag will also hold essentials like her wallet, phone and keys.

Make a gift of wine extra special — and extra Instagrammable! — by transforming ordinary bottles with custom 30th birthday labels. Just pick up a few of their favorite bottles to complete the gift.

Help them start planning their next adventure with this book that comes with 1,000 "bucket list" ideas that'll carry them through the next decade.

With a cool retro design, this gift can be put to use right away, capturing all of their 30th birthday party shenanigans.

Going out every night is for your twenties — your thirties is all about staying in! Help them cozy up their pad with a candle warmer. The lamp heats up the candle's wick so it can emit those fragrant aromas sans flame. This popular pick from Cozyberry comes in pink, black and white.

If you know they're feeling a little jittery about their big 3-0, help calm their nerves with a tea sampler box. This popular pick includes 45 organic herbal and green teabags in five cozy flavors.

Make them feel extra special by sending this over-the-top ready-to-eat cheese board that includes a variety of hand-selected artisan cheeses, dried fruits, nuts, chocolates, crackers and jam — plus a set of rainbow birthday candles.

We're sure he has a ton of techy gadgets he loves, but we bet this one made his list yet. To use, all he has to do is place his phone in the right spot, and it will be protected onto a bigger screen for easier watching.

They're probably cooking a lot more at home these days, so help them bring any dish to life with an indoor herb garden that's just the right size for a kitchen windowsill.