Tattoo Shops in Tennessee
742 studios across Tennessee. Pick a city for full listings with phone numbers, or scroll down for smaller towns.
Tennessee has about 7,227,750 residents, so that's 10 tattoo shops per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
Tennessee by feature
- Piercing Shops124
- Walk-In Tattoo Shops65
- Custom Tattoo Design Studios85
- Cover-Up Tattoo Artists38
- Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing Studios26
- Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings7
- Neo Traditional Tattoo Artists and Studios15
- Fine Line and Single Needle Tattoo Artists11
Cities
- Nashville75
- Knoxville56
- Memphis55
- Clarksville44
- Chattanooga40
- Murfreesboro24
- Johnson City17
- Jackson16
- Kingsport16
- Cookeville15
- Maryville15
- Cleveland13
- Columbia13
- Pigeon Forge13
- Smyrna11
- Morristown10
- Dickson8
- Franklin8
- Gallatin8
- Gatlinburg8
- Savannah8
- Bristol7
- Crossville7
- Elizabethton7
- Clinton6
- East Ridge6
- Goodlettsville6
- Hendersonville6
- Lebanon6
- McMinnville6
- Athens5
- Jefferson City5
- Newport5
- Oak Ridge5
- Seymour5
- Cordova4
- Dyersburg4
- Fayetteville4
- Greeneville4
- Harriman4
- Hixson4
- Mt Juliet4
- Paris4
- Tullahoma4
- Erwin3
- Germantown3
- Lawrenceburg3
- Lenoir City3
- McKenzie3
- Oakland3
- Oneida3
- Powell3
- Sevierville3
- Shelbyville3
- Spring Hill3
- Springfield3
- Sweetwater3
- Tazewell3
- Union City3
- Alcoa2
- Algood2
- Ashland City2
- Atoka2
- Bluff City2
- Brownsville2
- Camden2
- Decherd2
- Farragut2
- Henderson2
- Jamestown2
- La Follette2
- Loudon2
- Madison2
- Madisonville2
- Manchester2
- Martin2
- Milan2
- Oliver Springs2
- Portland2
- Rockwood2
- Selmer2
- Sparta2
- Talbott2
- Trenton2
- Westmoreland2
- White House2
Other towns in Tennessee
Emily Sands - Tattoos & Permanent CosmeticsBaxter
207 Broad St, Baxter, TN 38544-5116
The Tattoo Ink EmporiumBrentwood
1731 Mallory Ln, Brentwood, TN 37027-8162
Ink Angel StudiosFairview
2721 Fairview Blvd, Fairview, TN 37062-9415
Lone Wolf TattooHermitage
3445 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076-2083
🕒 Mon-Sun 11am-7pm
Domo's Ancient Art Tattoo StudioHumboldt
726 N 22nd Ave, Humboldt, TN 38343-2667
🕒 Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri 10am-12am, Sat 10am-12am
Addictive Ink Tattoo and Body Piercing StudioKimball
1395 Main St, Kimball, TN 37347-5500
Springhorn TattooMountain City
588 S Shady St, Mountain City, TN 37683-1852
🕒 12pm-9pm
Light of HandNew Tazewell
134 Main St, New Tazewell, TN 37825
🕒 Mon 9am-2pm, Tue appt only, Wed 9am-2pm/4-7pm, Thu 9am-2pm, Fri 9am-2pm/4-7pm
For You Art Gallery And TattooOoltewah
9409 Apison Pike, Ooltewah, TN 37363-7282
🕒 Sun-Fri morning, Fri-Sat specific
Now or Never Tattoos and PiercingsRocky Top
215 S Main St, Rocky Top, TN 37769-2205
🕒 12-8pm everyday
Hallow TattooStanton
8510 Highway 179, Stanton, TN 38069-5065
Mama Tried TattooStrawberry Plains
500 Andrew Johnson Hwy, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871-1015
Addictive ink Tattoo and PiercingWhitwell
14104 Highway 28, Whitwell, TN 37397-5135
Good to know about tattoo shops in Tennessee
Where can I buy body jewelry near me?
High-quality body jewelry is available at professional piercing studios and dedicated body art shops throughout Tennessee. You can browse 742 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 Tennessee, our directory includes 742 top-rated studios offering convenient payment options. Contact individual shops from our listings to confirm their accepted payment methods before your visit.
How to get a body piercing license?
Body piercing licensure requirements are established at state and county levels, typically requiring bloodborne pathogens certification, an apprenticeship, and a facility permit. In Tennessee, candidates must comply with health department regulations to practice legally. You can explore 742 established piercing studios in the area to inquire about potential apprenticeships.
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.