Map search doesn't separate shops that only tattoo pre-made flash sheets from shops that build a one-of-a-kind piece around your idea — that distinction isn't a searchable field, it's buried in a portfolio you have to dig for. Every shop listed here has custom design work confirmed from its own website or portfolio, not guessed from star ratings.
Lexington 11
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The Parlor
2160 Sir Barton Way, Lexington, KY 40509-2202
Daily 11-7
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To The Grave Tattoo Co.
2160 Sir Barton Way, Lexington, KY 40509-2218
Daily 11-7
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the parlor
4013 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503
Daily 11-7
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To The Grave Tattoo Co
4013 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503-4403
Daily 11-7
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Dream Chaser Tattoos - The Trinity
159 E Reynolds Rd, Lexington, KY 40517-1249
Tue-Fri 12-8, Sat 11-6
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Shelby Inks
355 Longview Plz, Lexington, KY 40503-1816
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Black Label Tattoo Studio
355 Longview Plz, Lexington, KY 40503-1816
Tue-Sat 10am-8pm
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Tattoo Charlie's of Lexington
470 E New Circle Rd, Lexington, KY 40505-2600
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Poisoned Pen Tattoo Co.
153 Patchen Dr, Lexington, KY 40517-4415
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Next Dimension Tattoo
3101 Richmond Rd, Lexington, KY 40509-1525
Tue-Sun 12pm-8pm
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Tiger's Eye Studio
359 W Short St, Lexington, KY 40507-1203
Mon-Sun 11-7
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Artful Dodger Ink
10615 W Manslick Rd, Louisville, KY 40118-8500
By appointment
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Tattoo Charlie's
7904 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY 40219-3802
Variable by artist
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Tattoo Charlie's
1845 Berry Blvd, Louisville, KY 40215-1403
Variable by artist
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Twisted Images
1225 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40204-1303
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Tattoos By Bubbles
5000 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40207-3312
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Mama Tried Tattoo Parlour
1052 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40204-1318
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Sea Siren Tattoos
747 S Preston St, Louisville, KY 40203-2359
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Art and Soul Tattoo
1679 Old Preston Hwy N, Louisville, KY 40229-3297
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Topper's Fine Line Tattoo
1213 Broadway Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42104-2447
Mon-Sat 2-8pm
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The Crawling Panther Tattoo Company
912 State St, Bowling Green, KY 42101-2233
Mon-Sun 12pm-8pm
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Permanent Paint Tattoo and Fine Art Studios
914 State St, Bowling Green, KY 42101-2233
Tue-Thu 2-8pm, Fri-Sat 2-10pm
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Asylum Tattoo
3624 Decoursey Ave, Covington, KY 41015-1438
Tues-Sat 12-7pm
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Legacy Designs Tattoo LLC
631 Main St, Covington, KY 41011-1331
12pm-8pm
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Dibiaso Designs
521 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011-1505
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Castle of Color
3023 Lexington Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356-9289
Mon 10am-8pm
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Joker's Inkwell
709 N Main St, Nicholasville, KY 40356-1027
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Hell or High Water Tattoo Shop
16484 Fort Campbell Blvd, Oak Grove, KY 42262-7207
Wed-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-6pm, Mon appointment only
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Dancing Dragon Tattoo Studio
15234 Fort Campbell Blvd, Oak Grove, KY 42262-8000
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Emerald Studio for Permanent Makeup
112 S Walnut St, Cynthiana, KY 41031-1538
Wed-Fri 11-6pm, Sat 10-3pm
Danville 1
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Countryboy Chicken Scratch Tattoos
535 S 3rd St, Danville, KY 40422-2153
Mon-Fri 10-8pm, Sat 12-8pm
Dayton 1
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Body Of Art Tattoo
618 6th Ave, Dayton, KY 41074-1179
typically 12pm-8pm
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Modern Age Tattoo Co
5369 N Dixie Hwy, Elizabethtown, KY 42701-8883
Falmouth 1
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Nomad Ink Tattoo Studio
105 W Shelby St, Falmouth, KY 41040-1115
Glasgow 1
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All Is Well Tattoo and Art Studio
302 Happy Valley Rd, Glasgow, KY 42141-1536
Wed-Sat 12-7pm
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Lady Luck Tattoo and Body Piercing II
419 North Green Street, Henderson, KY 42420
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Regeneration Tattoo Gallery
205 Griffin Bell Dr, Hopkinsville, KY 42240
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Atomic Tattoos
240 Reffitt Rd, Jeffersonville, KY 40337-9664
London 1
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606 Ink
198 Center St, London, KY 40741-1492
Tue-Sat 11-8
Ludlow 1
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Illuminaut Tattoo
222 Elm St, Ludlow, KY 41016-1576
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Brother Raven's Tattoo & Art Emporium
11509 Shelbyville Rd, Middletown, KY 40243-1372
Tue-Sat 12pm
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Soundskin Ink
21 Maysville Rd, Mt Sterling, KY 40353
Murray 1
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My Reality Tattoos and Body Piercing
707 S 12th St, Murray, KY 42071-2970
Tue–Thu 1pm–8pm, Fri-Sat 1pm–8pm
Radcliff 1
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Iron Orchid Tattoo Radcliff
829 N Dixie Blvd, Radcliff, KY 40160-1456
Richmond 1
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Four Leaf Studios
908 E Main St #1, Richmond, KY 40475
Stanford 1
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Red Locust Tattoo
713 E Main St, Stanford, KY 40484-1404
Tuesday – Saturday 1 PM – 8 PM
Also in Kentucky
- Piercing Shops80
- Walk-In Tattoo Shops28
- Cover-Up Tattoo Artists23
- Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing Studios7
- Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings7
Good to know
How much does a custom tattoo design cost?
Many shops charge a flat design fee (often $50-150) or a deposit that's later credited toward the tattoo price, on top of the hourly or per-piece rate for the tattoo itself. Large custom pieces like sleeves or back pieces are usually billed hourly rather than as one flat price.
How long does it take to get a custom tattoo designed?
Simple custom pieces can be sketched and approved within a few days to a week, but in-demand artists who focus on original work are sometimes booked weeks out just for the design consultation. Ask about current wait times when you book, since it varies a lot from shop to shop.
Where can I buy body jewelry near me?
High-quality body jewelry is available at professional piercing studios and dedicated body art shops throughout Kentucky. You can browse 46 verified locations across the region offering titanium, gold, and implant-grade steel jewelry. Check individual listings to find nearby shops selling sanitized, studio-grade options.
Who accepts Apple Pay near me?
Many modern tattoo studios and piercing shops accept contact-free payments like Apple Pay for appointments and merchandise. In Kentucky, our directory includes 46 top-rated studios offering convenient payment options. Contact individual shops from our listings to confirm their accepted payment methods before your visit.