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Tattoo Shops in Durham, NH

2 studios in and around Durham, New Hampshire — call ahead even for walk-ins — a shop with five artists can still be booked solid on a Saturday, and piercing hours often differ from tattoo hours.

Durham has about 15,270 residents, which works out to 13 tattoo shops per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Fine Line Tattoo Studio Custom designAppointment only

49 Main St, Durham, NH 03824-2567

🕒 Mon, Sat-Sun 12-6pm, Closed Wed-Sun

💲 Varies by design

+16033125466 Website Directions

Scarlet Rose Studio Custom designAppointment only

7 Madbury Rd, Durham, NH 03824-2014

🕒 Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm

+16032412285 Website Directions

More studios within 30 miles of Durham

Only 2 studios listed in Durham itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Durham.

Tegan Beyer

📍 3.8 mi · 90 Main St, Newmarket, NH 03857-1624

+16032925529 Website Directions

5 Monkeys Tattoo

📍 3.8 mi · 102 Main St, Newmarket, NH 03857-1622

+16033122438 Directions

Tattoo Junkies

📍 4.0 mi · 165 Main St, Newmarket, NH 03857

(603) 659-0446 Directions

Vital Ink Tattoo

📍 4.8 mi · 1057 Route 125, Barrington, NH 03825-7241

🕒 Mon-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 10am-4pm

+16039059086 Website Directions

Pinnacle Body Piercing Piercing

📍 4.9 mi · 303 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820-4127

+16034310355 Directions

Hidden History Tattoo

📍 4.9 mi · 330 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820

(603) 842-4064 Directions

Seven Horses Tattoo

📍 5.0 mi · 1 Washington St, Dover, NH 03820-2196

+16036055337 Directions

Five Sirens Appointment only

📍 5.0 mi · 1 Washington St, Dover, NH 03820-2196

Website Directions

Tip: weekday afternoons are the easiest time to get a walk-in seat — Friday and Saturday fill with appointments by noon. For custom work, message the artist a week ahead with reference images; a deposit of $50–100 that counts toward the final price is standard practice, not a red flag.

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Good to know about tattoo shops in Durham

Which tattoo shops in Durham show their opening hours?
2 of the 2 tattoo shops we list in Durham publish their hours — the rest are best reached by phone before you go.

Which studios in Durham work by appointment only?
2 of 2 are appointment-only — call ahead.

How much do tattoos cost?
Tattoo pricing depends heavily on the size, detail, placement, and hourly rate of the artist. Small minimalist designs start at shop minimums, while large custom pieces require multi-hour or full-day sessions. You can use TattooAtlas to discover local shops and request custom quotes directly from experienced artists.

What is American traditional tattoo?
American traditional tattoo is a classic style defined by bold black outlines, a limited color palette of primary shades, and iconic imagery like anchors, eagles, and roses. This timeless aesthetic remains one of the most popular tattoo styles across American studios. You can search TattooAtlas to find specialists who focus on traditional flash and custom designs.