Iowa Tattoo Shops

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

292 Results
PD

Purple Dynasty Tatoo & Prcng

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1244 7th Avenue

Marion, IA 52302

Black and Grey Black and Grey
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PD

Purple Dynasty Tattoo

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212 Edgewood Road NW

Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

Realism Geometric
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Purple Thistle Tattoo

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9 South Frederick Avenue

Oelwein, IA 50662

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Micro-realism Geometric
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RI

Rainbow Inks Tattoo's

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181 Mill Street

Nashua, IA 50658

Japanese Fine-line
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RC

Reality Check Tattoo & Body

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1085 University Avenue

Dubuque, IA 52001

Japanese Micro-realism
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RI

Refections In Ink

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409 6th Avenue

Charles City, IA 50616

Realism Realism
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RP

Rites of Passage

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130 18th Street

Rock Island, IA 61201

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Japanese Micro-realism
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RB

Ritual Body Arts

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2220 College Street

Cedar Falls, IA 50613

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Realism Realism
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RC

River City Tattoo CO

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423 4th Street SW

Mason City, IA 50401

Fine-line Fine-line
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RT

Rooster's Tattoo

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509 Cedar Street

Tipton, IA 52772

Black and Grey Traditional
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RH

Rough House Customs Tattoo

(0)

2912 1st Avenue NE

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Traditional Black and Grey
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RH

Rough House Tattoo Body P

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223 3rd Street E

Newhall, IA 52315

Geometric Japanese
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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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