North Carolina Tattoo Shops

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

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Nacho Tattoo

(0)

215 Rowell Drive

Indian Trail, NC 28079

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Geometric Micro-realism
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Nicwebana Custom Tattoo

(0)

1300 Arendell Street

Morehead City, NC 28557

Traditional Geometric
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Nightshade Tattoo Society

(0)

950 Lillington Highway

Spring Lake, NC 28390

Closed Today
Realism Realism
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No Regret Tattoo

(0)

731 South Fayetteville Street

Asheboro, NC 27203

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Fine-line Realism
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O'Mara Tattoo

(0)

1401 North Road Street

Elizabeth City, NC 27909

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Black and Grey Realism
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OS

Ol' Skool Tattoos

(0)

1908 South Glenburnie Road

New Bern, NC 28562

Closed Today
Traditional Japanese
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Original Fantasy Ink Tattooz

(0)

8620 Ocean Highway W

Sunset Beach, NC 28468

Geometric Geometric
Map View Shop
OT

Outcast Tattoo

(0)

217 W C Street

Butner, NC 27509

Fine-line Black and Grey
Map View Shop
PI

Paint It Black Tattoo & Art Studio

(0)

1916 South Glenburnie Road

New Bern, NC 28562

Japanese Japanese
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PS

Painted Saint Tattoo Comp

(0)

212 West Broad Street

Statesville, NC 28677

Closed Today
Micro-realism Japanese
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PB

Pandora's Box Tattoo Studio

(0)

2918 Industrial Drive

Sanford, NC 27332

Closed Today
Realism Japanese
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Permanent Ink Tattoos

(0)

1995 nc hwy 172

Sneads Ferry, NC 28460

Japanese Fine-line
Map View Shop

How to Choose a Tattoo Shop in North Carolina

Studios across North Carolina 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 North Carolina

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

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Upcoming Tattoo Events in North Carolina

Conventions, expos, and community events happening near you.

Sep 11, 2026

Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival #7

Asheville, NC

Oct 9, 2026

Ancient Arts Festival #4

Pittsboro, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are currently 653 tattoo shops listed in North Carolina on Tattooed.co. Use the map and city links below to explore shops by location.

Studios across North Carolina 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 North Carolina accept walk-in clients for smaller pieces and flash designs. For custom work or a specific artist, booking an appointment in advance is recommended.

North Carolina Cities with Tattoo Shops

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