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Iowa Tattoo Shops

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


292 Results

Twisted ink tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Twisted ink

5112 Southwest 9th Street

Des Moines, IA 50315

10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Micro-realism Fine-line
Union Station West Tattoo-Piercing tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Union Station West Tattoo-Piercing

519 Maple Street

Des Moines, IA 50265

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fine-line Realism
Uptown Ink tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Uptown Ink

4837 1st Avenue Southeast

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Micro-realism Micro-realism
Veil of Ink By Kaya tattoo shop in Davenport, IA

Veil of Ink By Kaya

207 Western Avenue

Davenport, IA 52801

Micro-realism Fine-line
Velvet Lotus Tattoo tattoo shop in Iowa City, IA

Velvet Lotus Tattoo

405 Highway 1 West

Iowa City, IA 52246

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Traditional Realism
Wellington Tattoo Co. tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Wellington Tattoo Co.

1501 1st Avenue Northeast

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Black and Grey Black and Grey
Wild Rose Tattoo & Piercing tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Wild Rose Tattoo & Piercing

3213 East 14th Street

Des Moines, IA 50316

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Micro-realism Micro-realism
Wildside Tattoo and Body Piercing tattoo shop in Cedar Rapids, IA

Wildside Tattoo and Body Piercing

413 1st Avenue Southwest

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Traditional Fine-line
Yankee Doodle Dandy Tattoo tattoo shop in Des Moines, IA

Yankee Doodle Dandy Tattoo

2322 University Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50311

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Traditional Japanese
1I

103 INK HAUS

8450 Hickman Road

Clive, IA 50325

9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Traditional Traditional
1T

106 Tattoo

106 3rd Avenue Sw

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Traditional Micro-realism
5P

5 Point Studios

5800 Merle Hay Road # 7

Johnston, IA 50131

Fine-line Black and Grey

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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