Tattoo Shops & Artists in the USA

Finding a tattoo shop in the United States

The United States has one of the most active tattoo scenes in the world, from long-running street shops to private studios where artists work by appointment. Tattoo Insights brings these businesses together in one directory, so you can compare shops by state and city instead of scrolling through map results.

Our listings currently cover most strongly California, Arizona, Alabama, Arkansas and Alaska, and we are adding more states. Each listing shows the address, website and phone number where they are publicly available, and shops can be filtered by type: tattoo shops and studios, independent artists and piercing studios that also tattoo.

How to use the directory

Pick a state to see the cities with the most listings, then open a city page for the full list. If you already know a name, use the search. Before you book, read our checklist on how to choose a tattoo shop: check licensing, look at healed work and ask about hygiene. Rules and permits differ by state, which we explain in our guide to age and license rules.

Planning your tattoo

If you are still deciding on a design, our overview of tattoo styles helps you put a name to what you like, and our cost guide explains how pricing works. After your session, follow your artist's instructions and see our aftercare basics for general information.

Own a shop or work as an artist? You can add your business for free or claim your existing listing to update photos, opening hours and contact details.