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35 Best Gifts to Give If You're in a Long-Distance Relationship

Want to surprise your boyfriend or girlfriend? These cute ideas will do the trick.

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Managing a long-distance relationship can be tough. But there are a lot of ways to keep the fire burning from afar, and one of the best is by sending your sweetie a creative and romantic gift to make them feel oh-so-special.

The best long-distance relationship gifts — whether you're shopping for your girlfriend, boyfriend, wife or husband — will make you two feel connected, even when the WiFi goes out and you can't FaceTime. That could mean sending them a super personalized item that was made just for them, gifting them an experience you can share together once you're back in each other's arms or finding something small that will completely surprise them during a random day.

You'd be shocked to learn how many gifts out there have been made specifically long-distance relationship gifts, and trust us, they are really cool. We've included a bunch of those, as well as just some general great gifts for couples, top-sellers for women and fun ideas for men that they will be able to use even after they are reunited with their one true one (a.k.a you!).

So scroll through and find the perfect gift for your LDR lover.

1
Something Your Girlfriend Will Appreciate

Uncommon Goods Massager Necklace

Massager Necklace

Call it wearable tech if you want, but this sterling silver — and fully functional — jewel absolutely says “I’m there in spirit” in the world’s sexiest way.

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A Small Gift With a Big Surprise

VEELU Personalized Song Plaque

Personalized Song Plaque
Credit: VEELU Store

This personalized acrylic plaque will commemorate your favorite song, Spotify style. You'll select the tune that means the most to you two, and once they get the frame, they'll be able to scan to the code and have it play right then and there.

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Personalized Option That Doesn't Cost a Fortune

Knock Knock "Why I Miss You" Fill-in-the-Love Book

Best Seller
"Why I Miss You" Fill-in-the-Love Book
Credit: Knock Knock

This small gift makes a big impact: Inside, fill in 100 prompts with your deepest, silliest or steamiest thoughts about your partner.

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ZYWFAYUO Long Distance Touch Bracelets Set of 2

Long Distance Touch Bracelets Set of 2

When you touch the bracelet, the other's bracelet will light up. "I bought the pair of bracelets for my girlfriend and I who are long distance and I must say we love them," one Amazon reviewer wrote. "When I am busy at work or vise versa, all we have to do is touch our bracelets, and it sends a signal to each other to let them know we are thinking of each other."

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5
So Fun

LUGULAKE LUGULAKE Video Greeting Card

Amazon’s Choice
LUGULAKE Video Greeting Card
Credit: LuguLake

As soon as they open the card, they will be greeted by a video loop of either your favorite photos, a personalized message from you or whatever, you'd like to send their way!

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Super Romantic Idea

Peonyandlaces "Open When" Notecard and Envelope Set

Best Seller
"Open When" Notecard and Envelope Set
Credit: Peonyandlaces

Each of these envelopes comes printed with a number of "occasions" (e.g., you’re lonely, you need a hug, you can't sleep). Fill out the complementary notecards to make this deeply meaningful gift complete.

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7
Personalize Your Two States

LolomaStudio Digital Custom Long Distance Map Print

Digital Custom Long Distance Map Print
Credit: LolomaStudio

A bittersweet, but also super romantic reminder of your reality: a custom map that pinpoints your two locations, complete with latitude/longitude addresses and a flight path looped in a heart shape. (The seller sends a digital file; you’ll need to have it printed and framed locally.)

8
Go Funny or Heartfelt

PorterandHazel Secret Message Leather Bracelet

Secret Message Leather Bracelet
Credit: PorterandHazel

On the outside, this may seem like a standard leather bracelet, but it's engraved with a special message that only your partner's eyes can see. Go sweet or spicy, as long as it doesn't go over 70 characters.

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A Totally Unique Idea

FriendshipLamps Long Distance Lamps

Editor’s Choice
Long Distance Lamps
Now 25% Off
Credit: LuvLink Friendship Lamps

Every time you're thinking of your love, simply tap your lamp, and no matter where they are, as long as they are connected to the app, their lamp will also light up.

10
An Activity You Can Do From a Distance

OUR MOMENTS Couples Card Game

Best Seller
Couples Card Game
Credit: Our Moments

Even if you feel like you've talked about everything under the sun, the questions on these cards will change you to have insightful conversations about your hopes, fears and best-kept secrets.

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11
Bring Out Your Romantic Side

Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger

Spinning Heart Messenger

Considered to be the modern day love note, this wifi-powered bamboo box displays sweet messages from your sweetheart, no matter how far they may be. After you invite them to install the Lovebox app, they can send messages as often as they'd like.

12
Keep Your Love On Lock

Olive & Cocoa Parisian Love Lock & Key

Parisian Love Lock & Key
Credit: Olive & Cocoa

Inspired by Paris’ Pont des Arts bridge, where couples once attached padlocks bearing their initials, this vintage-inspired working lock-and-key set effectively tells your far-flung fellow he officially has your heart.

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13
Totally Unique Jewelry

Vinnie Mattei Pinky Promise Initial Ring Set

Pinky Promise Initial Ring Set
Credit: Vinnie Mettei

As long as you are each wearing one of the rings, your bond and the promises you've made to each other, will be kept. Each hand-stamped band features your initials within half a heart and a hand poised to pinkie-swear.

14
A Gift for Both of You

Disney+ Streaming Subscription

Streaming Subscription
Credit: Disney

Give your long-distance love a streaming subscription full of movies and shows you can watch together with a Watch Party. For $79.99 a year, Disney+ has everything you two could want to stream, from popular Marvel movies to classic TV shows.

RELATED CONTENT: 55 Cool Marvel Gifts That'll Be a Hit for Fans of the Multiverse

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15
Means More Than Flowers

plants Hoya Heart

Hoya Heart
Now 29% Off
Credit: The Sill

The tiny heart-shaped succulent is better than flowers because it will last way long, even if they don't have a green thumb. It won't change its shape, so it'll stay a heart forever. Aww!

16
Made Specifically for Long-Distant Couples

MESSAGE PILL CO. Message In A Bottle Capsule Letters

Amazon’s Choice
Message In A Bottle Capsule Letters

The doctor is in, and they're prescribing romantic messages in a bottle for a LDR. Each note comes in a capsule pill form and can be taken as needed.

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17
Funny Gift

MoncioniFragranceLab "You Are My Favorite Notification" Candle

"You Are My Favorite Notification" Candle
Now 25% Off
Credit: MoncioniFragranceLab

They'll get a real kick out of this one. You can pick from a bunch of different scents, although By the Fireplace sounds perfect.

18
Tech That Brings You Closer

BOND TOUCH Long-Distance Bracelet Set

Amazon’s Choice
Long-Distance Bracelet Set

This set of two waterproof silicone bracelets lets you send love even when you're far apart. Download the app to connect the bracelets, and whenever you touch your own bracelet, your partner's will light up and vibrate.

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Cute Idea for Him

JustPlateCrazy License Plate Sign

License Plate Sign
Now 20% Off
Credit: JustPlateCrazy

This unique license plate sign will add some love to their space, even when you're not there. The sign is customized with a license plate with the state you each live in, along with your initials.

20
Surprise Him 100x Over

Enno Vatti 100 Movies Scratch Off Poster

Amazon’s Choice
100 Movies Scratch Off Poster

Instead of spending the first hour of your FaceTime movie date aimlessly scrolling through Netflix, use this scratch-off poster to pick your nightly watch. Pick one of the 100 movies at random or go for one that matches your mood (like Monsters Inc. when you need a feel-good laugh).

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Cailey Lindberg
Commerce Editor, Gifts & Lifestyle

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more. 

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