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Tattoo shops in Louisville
9 verified shops in Louisville, Kentucky. Top-rated: Infinite Electric Tattoo · 4.9★. Local artists work in black & grey, fine line and realism.
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Infinite Electric Tattoo
4.9(393)Located in Louisville, KY, Infinite Electric Tattoo boasts a remarkable 4.9-star rating from 393 reviews. This shop welcomes walk-ins and appointments, offering a range of services including custom tattoo designs, cover-ups, and aftercare products. Reviewers consistently praise the comfortable atmosphere and the dedication of the artists to bring clients' visions to life.
3503 S Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40299
Hours on shop pageAftercare Products · Walk-ins Welcome · Cover-Up TattoosTreasure Ink Tattoo Studio
4.9(283)Treasure Ink Tattoo Studio, located in Louisville, KY, boasts a stellar rating of 4.9 stars from 283 reviews. Known for its custom tattoo designs, flash tattoos, and welcoming atmosphere for walk-ins, the studio receives praise for its friendly artists and engaging vibe. Reviewers mention the attentive service and the supportive environment that enhances the tattoo experience.
2707 7th Street Rd, Louisville, KY 40215
Hours on shop pageFlash Tattoos Available · Aftercare Products · Walk-ins WelcomeImperial Tattoos
4.8(475)Located in Louisville, KY, Imperial Tattoos boasts a 4.8-star rating from 475 reviews. The shop offers a variety of services, including custom tattoo designs, cover-up tattoos, and online booking. Reviewers mention the artists' ability to make clients feel comfortable and their exceptional talent in creating unique designs.
972 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY 40204
Hours on shop pageRealism / Portrait · Aftercare Products · Walk-ins WelcomeTwisted Images
4.8(459)Located in Louisville, KY, Twisted Images boasts a stellar rating of 4.8 stars based on 459 reviews. The shop specializes in custom tattoo designs and piercing services, offering implant-grade jewelry and online booking by appointment only. Customers consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and the team's commitment to comfort and professionalism.
1225 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40204
Piercing Services · Custom Tattoo Designs · Guest ArtistsLocated in Louisville, KY, Prophecy Ink Tattoo Studio & Fine Art Gallery boasts a 4.7-star rating from 278 reviews. The studio offers a variety of services, including custom tattoo designs, cover-up tattoos, and fine line work. Reviewers mention the inviting atmosphere and the artists' exceptional talent, particularly highlighting their experiences with Travis and Cori.
907 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY 40204
Hours on shop pageFine Line · Black & Grey · Realism / PortraitArtfully Insane
4.7(532)Located in Louisville, KY, Artfully Insane boasts a 4.7-star rating from 532 reviews. This shop offers piercing services and fine line tattoos, with services available by appointment only. Reviewers mention the friendly atmosphere and the helpful staff, making it a popular choice for both piercings and tattoos.
2604 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205
Hours on shop pageFine Line · Piercing Services · By Appointment OnlyHornets Nest Elite Art Studio
4.6(293)Hornets Nest Elite Art Studio, located in Louisville, KY, boasts a strong rating of 4.6 stars from 293 reviews. Walk-ins are welcome, and they offer custom tattoo designs and piercing services. Reviewers mention a warm and inclusive atmosphere, highlighting the friendly staff and their ability to accommodate diverse needs.
2012 S Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40220
Hours on shop pageWalk-ins Welcome · Piercing Services · Custom Tattoo DesignsTattoo Charlie's Preston Hwy.
4.5(742)Tattoo Charlie's Preston Hwy, located in Louisville, KY, boasts a 4.5-star rating based on 742 reviews. The shop welcomes walk-ins and offers a variety of services including custom tattoo designs, piercing services, and implant-grade jewelry. Reviewers mention the friendly atmosphere and the informative nature of the staff, making for a comfortable experience during both tattoos and piercings.
7904 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY 40219
Hours on shop pageBlack & Grey · Walk-ins Welcome · Piercing ServicesTatu Mall St Matthews
4.5(893)Located in Louisville, KY, Tatu Mall St Matthews is a popular tattoo shop with a 4.5-star rating from 893 reviews. They specialize in piercing services, with customers consistently praising the friendly and knowledgeable staff. Reviewers mention feeling comfortable and well-informed during their piercing experiences.
5000 Shelbyville Rd #1246, Louisville, KY 40207
Hours on shop pagePiercing Services
Order is by a Bayesian-adjusted rating: each shop's Google rating is pulled toward the directory average in proportion to how few reviews back it, so a 5.0 from six reviews does not outrank a 4.9 from eight hundred. The stars shown are the raw Google rating and review count.
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“I’ve gone to Patrik Carter for two new tattoos, and he also finished up a piece that another artist had left undone — and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. He’s extremely professional, makes you feel comfortable the whole time, and you can tell he genuinely cares about his work and his clients. His artwork is amazing. The detail and creativity he puts into each tattoo is on another level, and he really brings your ideas to life in a way that feels unique and personal. I love that he was able to not only create new pieces for me but also take something unfinished and transform it into something I’m proud to wear. You won’t catch me going to anyone else!”
“The third time I've been to this shop this year and it was consistent with the last visits. The shop is clean and the artists were nice and professional. I was informed ahead of time of where to park, what to bring (shop is CASH ONLY) and even reminded to eat and hydrate. The stenciling process was quick and the artist gave me time to decide placement while considering future projects. Afterwards, I was asked my preferred method (tattoo wrapped or unwrapped) and given aftercare instructions along with free touchups for life. Noah was very easy to work with and I would highly recommend seeing him for your next tattoo.”
“I got my first tattoo here and I can’t express enough how happy I am with it. I HIGHLY recommend John. I was very nervous and he was awesome at making me feel comfortable. I will definitely be going to him for my next tattoo. He broke down everything he was doing, before he did it and as he did it to make me feel more at ease. He was so funny and kept good conversation which also made me feel a lot less anxious and distracted me from the pain. I will be recommending anyone I know who wants a tattoo to John. You can easily tell he is passionate about what he does and he loves doing it, not to mention he’s amazing at it! There is no doubt he cares about his clients and does everything possible to make them feel safe and comfortable. I didn’t know if I’d make it through cause of my anxiety but John helped me so much and encouraged me and made me feel like I could actually do it and because of him I did! Thank you so much again John :)”
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