An idle brain is the devil’s workshop. It’s always best to get engage in something if we feel tedious. Well, we all get to a point when we don’t want to use social media, watch another video on YouTube or play games. We want to do something that is interesting and exciting. Something that would stimulate your brain.
When boredom is affecting your motivation, you need to try something new to get you on track. It’s not like you always have to read a book or watch videos to kill time. There are always alternatives. Bored at home? Here are some of the interesting websites which would offer you limitless entertainment options. So, why not try them?
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15 Cool Interesting Websites to Visit for Fun
1. Bored Panda
The name of the website couldn’t have been better? Bored Panda offers you a wide array of interesting topics to choose from. Some of the most common niche you can find includes travel, technology, photography, illustration and more.
What We Liked:
- Offers a wide range of content topics
- Very easy to use
What We Disliked:
- Can get cluttered with ads
- Some contents are not factual
2. Museum of Endangered Sounds
The Museum of Endangered Sounds is a place where you can bring back your old memories. Be it the sound of the rotary phone, or the dial-up modem. The sole purpose of the website being preserving old technologies.
What We Liked:
- Nostalgia in a nutshell
- A very minimalist interface
What We Disliked:
- The sounds might feel limited at times
3. Brain Pickings
Brain Pickings is yet another website on our list that can take your mind off boredom. Dive deeper into the world of wonders, with some of the most interesting topics from the internet.
What We Liked:
- Curated content from multiple sources
- A mix of different sources
What We Disliked:
- The website can feel cluttered at times
4. TED
This goes without saying, TED has become one of the most prominent organizations over the years. Hosting conferences throughout the world, TED brings forth creative minds to share it among others.
What We Liked:
- A wide range of video lectures
- Cutting edge information
What We Disliked:
- Doesn’t offers suitable video formats at times
5. A Good Movie to Watch
Feeling bored? How about a good movie to watch? That is exactly the idea behind this website. Neither less to say, with filtering movies above 70% rating, you can find some of the best picks to binge-watch.
What We Liked:
- A plethora of movies to choose from
- 7 and more IMDb rating
What We Disliked:
- Such options can get overwhelming at times
6. Laughing Squid
What to know about all the wacky, unbelievable, and inspiring stuff over the internet? Laughing squid has got you covered. Being updated multiple times a day, you are not going to run out of content any time sooner.
What We Liked:
- Offers daily email reminders
- Primarily focused on arts, culture, and technology
What We Disliked:
- The blog comes with some of the most basic appearances.
7. Stumbled
Do you remember the website StumbledUpon? While it was taken down, another great alternative rose from the ashes. Stumbled works on the same principle where you can discover random websites and learn a lot from the same.
What We Liked:
- Best StumbledUpon alternative
- Interesting websites
What We Disliked:
- Too much information can get overwhelming
8. 2 Kinds of People
Well, 2 kinds of people is not just your regular Tumblr blog. On the contrary, it packs a huge dosage of laughter, that you won’t find elsewhere. Simple pictorial representation of two different kinds of people.
What We Liked:
- Packed with a ton of humor
- A very minimalistic website
What We Disliked:
- A dedicated website could have been better
9. Mental Floss
Mental Floss is a website from which you can actually learn stuff while you are feeling bored. In fact, it even describes itself as ‘the encyclopedia of everything.’ Here you can find some of the most interesting facts on life.
What We Liked:
- Offers some of the most reliable news
- Availability of newsletter
What We Disliked:
- Cluttered with advertisements
10. Giphy
Now, who doesn’t know about Giphy? A website dedicated to thousands of GIFs. Feeling bored? Indulge yourself into the world of Internet search engine GIFs.
What We Liked:
- Thousands of GIFs to choose from
- Trending topics added every day
What We Disliked:
- The overall website can feel cluttered at times
11. Innovation Station
If you are someone who prefers to collect immersive knowledge on science and technology, innovation station is just the right website for you. While it still hasn’t got all the spotlight, it is a great website to explore innovative projects.
What We Liked:
- Curated for all the science enthusiasts
- A very minimalistic interface
What We Disliked:
- A very niche specific website
12. The Oatmeal
The Oatmeal is one of the most popular humor websites that has won the heart of avid comic lovers. All the wacky drawings you find on the website are based on relatable life situations.
What We Liked:
- Quirky content
- Great pictorial representations
What We Disliked:
- Not every content is family-friendly
13. Autocorrect Fail
If autocorrect fails had a website, this should have been the one. For every smartphone owner, we all know how tedious it can get in case any autocorrect fails. This website consists of all such fails in the most hilarious manner.
What We Liked:
- Some of the best funny fail on the internet
- Very easy to use
What We Disliked:
- Hasn’t uploaded new content in a while
14. Awkward Family Photos
This goes without saying, almost every one of us has that embarrassing photo that we don’t prefer to share. This website is the epitome of all such cringy and embarrassing photos. A great pastime altogether.
What We Liked:
- Cringeworthy contents
- Best suited for pass time
What We Disliked:
- Navigation needs improvement
15. Reddit
Ending our list with the front page of the internet. There is nothing you can find on Reddit. And this makes it the perfect fit, especially when you are bored and have nothing to do. Find a community and start exploring.
What We Liked:
- Everything at one place
- Offers the most trending topics
What We Disliked:
- Requires some learning curve
Wrapping Up
So, next time you feel bored just go to these sites that can make your daily life more fun and exciting. In all honesty, try to do something different each day. Don’t limit yourself. Take up a challenge every day and see what helps. Let us know in the comment section below:
Which website was the most fun to visit?
