TATTOO SHOPS
NEAR ME IN Durham, North Carolina
5 VERIFIED SHOPS
All Shops
Welcome Tattoo
Dogstar Tattoo Company
Twin Suns Tattoo
Twisted Sixs
Tattoo Asylum
What Locals Say About Durham Tattoo Shops
“OMG!!! Megan did a FANTASTIC job on my hand!! Very personable! Very clean! Very nice! The atmosphere was great! The receptionist was awesome!! I will definitely be going back!!”
“I recently got my first non-ear piercing at Dogstar. I was nervous but had an excellent experience with Emity! It was easy to book online and check in. Their website outlines their booking policies very clearly. Emity made sure to walk me through all of the starter jewelry options without pushing more expensive options. She educated me on why I couldn't do a nostril hoop right away and walked me through their cleaning practices. In the piercing room I felt safe, comfortable, and noticed that she was always sanitizing as she went. She practiced good hand hygiene, outlined the steps she'd take for the piercing, then walked me through them again gently as we went. The piercing was speedy and as painless as it could be. She answered all of my aftercare questions and provided info on checking in and changing the piercing in the future without making me feel rushed. Checkout was painless, too. With cost of service, jewelry, and 20% tip, my nostril piercing totalled about $100 give or take. This was a great experience and I'm glad I went with Dogstar!”
“I had an amazing experience at Twin Suns Tattoo getting my very first tattoo—on my ribs, which I know isn’t the easiest spot. I brought a design to Jack, and he worked with me to refine it and make it truly come to life. He was professional, patient, and incredibly skilled. He really took the time to understand my vision and made sure every detail was perfect. As someone new to tattoos, I was definitely a bit nervous, but the shop had such a clean, welcoming, and relaxed vibe that I felt at ease right away. Jack made the whole process comfortable from start to finish, and I couldn’t be happier with how my tattoo turned out. He even let my friends sit and help distract me. If you’re looking for quality work and a great experience, I highly recommend booking with Jack!”
Getting Tattooed in Durham, North Carolina
Durham has 5 verified tattoo shops in our directory, backed by 2,505 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.8 stars. Welcome Tattoo currently leads local rankings with 5.0 stars across 1000 reviews.
Local artists cover styles including American Traditional, Black & Grey, Japanese / Irezumi, Realism & Portrait and Script & Lettering. 4 shops welcome walk-ins. 3 offer piercing services. 1 specializes in cover-up work. Each shop page includes hours, contact details, and recent customer reviews to help you compare before booking.
Durham Tattoo Shop FAQs
How many tattoo shops are in Durham, North Carolina?
Our directory lists 5 verified tattoo shops in Durham, North Carolina, with 2,505 customer reviews combined and an average rating of 4.8 stars.
What is the highest-rated tattoo shop in Durham?
Welcome Tattoo is the top-rated tattoo shop in Durham based on our ranking, with a 5.0-star average across 1000 customer reviews.
Do tattoo shops in Durham accept walk-ins?
Yes — 4 of the 5 shops in Durham welcome walk-in clients. Availability varies by day, so calling ahead is still a good idea for larger pieces.
Where can I get a piercing in Durham?
3 shops in Durham offer professional piercing services alongside tattooing, typically with implant-grade jewelry.
What tattoo styles are available in Durham?
Artists in Durham work in American Traditional, Black & Grey, Japanese / Irezumi, Realism & Portrait and Script & Lettering. Check each shop's page for artist portfolios and customer reviews mentioning specific styles.