Iowa Tattoo Shops

Tattoo shops across Iowa — explore by city or use the map.

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Black Magic Tattoo

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412 East 5th Street

Des Moines, IA 50309

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Traditional Fine-line
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Black Squirrel Tattoo

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2410 West Broadway

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fine-line Geometric
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Blasted Ink Studio

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3900 East 14th Street

Des Moines, IA 50313

9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Realism Black and Grey
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BOSS INK

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212 Edgewood Road Northwest

Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Geometric Traditional
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CB Ink

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623 West Broadway

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Japanese Geometric
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Cedar Valley Tattoo & Piercing Studio

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503 West 4th Street

Waterloo, IA 50701

1:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fine-line Traditional
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Classic Ink Tattoo

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512 5th Street

Sioux City, IA 51101

12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Black and Grey Traditional
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Cove tattoo studio

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2906 West Central Park Avenue

Davenport, IA 52804

Black and Grey Realism
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Crimson City Tattoo

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321 16th Avenue

Council Bluffs, IA 51503

11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Realism Fine-line
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Dark Cloud Tattoos

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440 Kirkwood Avenue

Iowa City, IA 52240

12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Realism Japanese
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Dark Sight Tattoo

(0)

2347 Blairs Ferry Road Northeast

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Fine-line Japanese
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DSM Tattoo Collective

(0)

1221 Center Street

Des Moines, IA 50309

Traditional Black and Grey
Map View Shop

How to Choose a Tattoo Shop in Iowa

Studios across Iowa range from high-volume walk-in shops to appointment-only boutiques focused on specific styles. Pricing varies by market — shops in larger cities typically charge more per hour than studios in smaller towns. The most reliable filter when choosing is the portfolio: look for healed work examples in the style you want, not just fresh photos taken immediately after a session. Real client reviews, verified contact information, and clear aftercare guidance are all signs of a professionally run studio.

Find a Tattoo Artist in Iowa

Style matters as much as location. Not every shop artist specialises in every style — finding an artist whose published portfolio matches your vision is the single biggest factor in whether you love the result. Browse the city links below to explore Iowa's tattoo scene by location, or check individual shop listings to see artist galleries and contact details before you commit.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are currently 292 tattoo shops listed in Iowa on Tattooed.co. Use the map and city links below to explore shops by location.

Studios across Iowa offer a wide variety of styles including fine line, realism, traditional, Japanese, blackwork, geometric, neo-traditional, and watercolor tattoos.

Look for studios with verified client reviews, portfolio photos, and clearly listed contact information. All shops on Tattooed.co include address details and star ratings from real customers.

Many studios in Iowa accept walk-in clients for smaller pieces and flash designs. For custom work or a specific artist, booking an appointment in advance is recommended.
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