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Iowa Tattoo Shops

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


292 Results

Pyramid Of Ink tattoo shop in Council Bluffs, IA

Pyramid Of Ink

321 16th Avenue

Council Bluffs, IA 51503

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Micro-realism Micro-realism
Rainbow Aura Tattoo Boutique tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Rainbow Aura Tattoo Boutique

1111 Center Point Road Northeast

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Traditional Realism
Redhead Tattoos tattoo shop in Sioux City, IA

Redhead Tattoos

1308 Pierce Street

Sioux City, IA 51105

5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Japanese Fine-line
Retrospect Tattoo Removal tattoo shop in Dubuque, IA

Retrospect Tattoo Removal

169 Main Street

Dubuque, IA 52001

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Japanese Realism
Ruckus Rose Tattoo tattoo shop in Waterloo, IA

Ruckus Rose Tattoo

2735 University Avenue

Waterloo, IA 50701

11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fine-line Realism
Rumors Tattoo tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Rumors Tattoo

302 East 30th Street

Des Moines, IA 50317

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Realism Micro-realism
Skin Kitchen Tattoo tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Skin Kitchen Tattoo

3800 Douglas Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50310

1:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Geometric Traditional
Skin Mechanix Inkorpar8ted tattoo shop in Council Bluffs, IA

Skin Mechanix Inkorpar8ted

117 North 16th Street

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

1:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Realism Fine-line
Skin Worthy Tattoo tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Skin Worthy Tattoo

300 Collins Road Northeast

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Black and Grey Realism
Starlite Tattoos tattoo shop in Waterloo, IA

Starlite Tattoos

602 Ansborough Avenue

Waterloo, IA 50701

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Realism Black and Grey
Supreme Tattoo tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Supreme Tattoo

171 Jacolyn Drive Northwest

Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Black and Grey Traditional
Swanky Bits Tattoo tattoo shop in Iowa City, IA

Swanky Bits Tattoo

1210 South Gilbert Street

Iowa City, IA 52240

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Realism Traditional

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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