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Iowa Tattoo Shops

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


292 Results

Black Lotus Tattoo Studio tattoo shop in Waterloo, IA

Black Lotus Tattoo Studio

3554 Kimball Avenue

Waterloo, IA 50702

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Realism Traditional
Black Magic Tattoo tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Black Magic Tattoo

412 East 5th Street

Des Moines, IA 50309

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Japanese Geometric
Black Squirrel Tattoo tattoo shop in Council Bluffs, IA

Black Squirrel Tattoo

2410 West Broadway

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fine-line Traditional
Blasted Ink Studio tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Blasted Ink Studio

3900 East 14th Street

Des Moines, IA 50313

9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Fine-line Realism
BOSS INK tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

BOSS INK

212 Edgewood Road Northwest

Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Japanese Traditional
CB Ink tattoo shop in Council Bluffs, IA

CB Ink

623 West Broadway

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Black and Grey Micro-realism
Cedar Valley Tattoo & Piercing Studio tattoo shop in Waterloo, IA

Cedar Valley Tattoo & Piercing Studio

503 West 4th Street

Waterloo, IA 50701

1:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Black and Grey Realism
Classic Ink Tattoo tattoo shop in Sioux City, IA

Classic Ink Tattoo

512 5th Street

Sioux City, IA 51101

12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Realism Fine-line
Cove tattoo studio tattoo shop in Davenport, IA

Cove tattoo studio

2906 West Central Park Avenue

Davenport, IA 52804

Micro-realism Black and Grey
Crimson City Tattoo tattoo shop in Council Bluffs, IA

Crimson City Tattoo

321 16th Avenue

Council Bluffs, IA 51503

11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Fine-line Black and Grey
Dark Cloud Tattoos tattoo shop in Iowa City, IA

Dark Cloud Tattoos

440 Kirkwood Avenue

Iowa City, IA 52240

12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Micro-realism Realism
Dark Sight Tattoo tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Dark Sight Tattoo

2347 Blairs Ferry Road Northeast

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Micro-realism Fine-line

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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