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Best Tattoo Shops near me in Calgary

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Browse and book Calgary tattoo shops on Fresha. Compare 6 verified tattoo shops across Calgary and Hillhurst and the wider Calgary area. Average rating 4.0/5 across 2,347 reviews. Services include Tattooing and Permanent Makeup. Prices from CAD 10.

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Krspy Barbershop Calgary

5.0

Victoria Park, Alberta

Barber50 reviews

Undercut + Freestyle Hair Tattoo

From $10

30 min

Haircut

From $40

45 min

Haircut + Beard Trim

From $50

50 min

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Sparadise

5.0

Mahogany, Alberta

Nail Salon5 reviews

Tattoo - tiny 1 cm2

$60

1 hr

Tattoo - tiny 2 cm2

$114

1 hr and 30 min

Tattoo - tiny 3 cm2

$162

1 hr and 45 min

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AIO Hair

5.0

Calgary, Alberta

Hair Salon1,880 reviews

Hair Tattoo

$15

15 min

Threading

$15

15 min

Hairdo/Updo

$85

1 hr

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1st Street Tattoo

5.0

Hillhurst, Alberta

Tattooing & Piercing399 reviews

Hourly Rate with Jr Artist

From $120

1 hr

Hourly Rate with Sr Artist

From $200

1 hr

Consultation

Free

30 min

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Wicked Ink Co.

5.0

Calgary, Alberta

Eyebrows & Lashes13 reviews

Tattoo Consult

Free

30 min

Tattoo time

From $125

1 hr

Tattoo time

From $250

2 hr

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Dark Dimension Tattoo

Lower Mount Royal, Alberta

Tattooing & Piercing

Consultation

Free

30 min

Tattoo

Free

1 hr - 8 hr

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Top reviews of Tattoo Shops near you in Calgary

4.0

Average of 2,347 reviews of 5 venues.

Tattooing FAQs

How do I choose the right tattoo artist?

Research artists whose portfolio style matches the tattoo you want. Look for clean line work, consistent shading, and healed tattoo photos in their portfolio. Book a consultation to discuss your concept, placement, and their approach before committing.

Does getting a tattoo hurt?

Yes. When you get a tattoo, your skin is repeatedly pierced with a sharp needle covered in ink pigment – it will hurt, but the level of pain you experience will depend on your pain threshold.

How much does a tattoo cost?

If you're thinking of getting a professionally done tattoo, you're likely to pay around $162.

What services do tattoo shops offer?

Tattoo shops offer custom tattoo design and application, cover-up tattoos, touch-ups, and often body piercing. Artists specialise in a range of styles including traditional, neo-traditional, realism, blackwork, watercolour, fine line, Japanese, and geometric.

What are the best-rated tattoo studios near me?

Fresha lists tattoo shops and independent artists, all with verified client reviews and portfolio photos. Sort by rating to find the most recommended studios near you.

Do I need to prepare in any way before getting a tattoo?

Yes, if you can. Try to avoid alcohol the night before, and drink plenty of fluids to help your skin stay hydrated. If you can, try to eat at least 30 minutes before your appointment. If in doubt, ask your tattoo technician for advice before your actual appointment.

Are there tattoo studios open on Sunday near me?

Yes, many tattoo shops are open on Sundays. Browse Fresha to find studios near you with Sunday availability.

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There are as many reasons to have a tattoo as there are possible designs. Whether your tattoo is a rite of passage, or it’s the latest addition to your body art collection, you can choose anything from gorgeously colourful Americana to stylish black artwork. Tattoo artists can create art from images, or even use your own design. And your tattoo placement is as important as the style. You could go for a full-on display, or something discreet that you keep hidden away. Search Fresha for a tattoo artist in Calgary, and schedule a chat to talk about your options.

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