Illinois Tattoo Shops

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

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O'Tool Design Custom Tattoo

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4010 18th Avenue

Rock Island, IL 61201

12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fine-line Traditional
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OBSIDIAN INK

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127 State Street

Batavia, IL 60510

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Japanese Black and Grey
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Obsidian Tattoo

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5643 East State Street

Rockford, IL 61108

Traditional Realism
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Off the Wall Tattoo

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1240 Milton Road

Alton, IL 62002

Traditional Geometric
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Off the Wall Tattoo

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930 15th Avenue

East Moline, IL 61244

10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Geometric Black and Grey
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Open Minds Fine Arts & Tattoo

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14 W Downer Place

Aurora, IL 60506

Fine-line Japanese
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Original Skin Custom Tattoo

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210 N State Street

Belvidere, IL 61008

Geometric Micro-realism
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Out on A Whim

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127 East Lincoln Highway

DeKalb, IL 60115

12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Micro-realism Japanese
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Outkast Tattoo studio

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2828 North Peoria Road

Springfield, IL 62702

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Black and Grey Japanese
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Overall Inks

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2359 Plainfield Road

Crest Hill, IL 60403

Japanese Traditional
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Paign City Tattoo

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104 West University Avenue

Champaign, IL 61802

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Realism Realism
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Painted Monkey Tattoo

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944 15th Avenue

East Moline, IL 61244

Black and Grey Traditional
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How to Choose a Tattoo Shop in Illinois

Studios across Illinois 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 Illinois

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 Illinois's tattoo scene by location, or check individual shop listings to see artist galleries and contact details before you commit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There are currently 585 tattoo shops listed in Illinois on Tattooed.co. Use the map and city links below to explore shops by location.

Studios across Illinois 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 Illinois 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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