Tattoo shop in Edinburgh

“A fantastic place to get your tattoo, extremely professional work from Kasia! Five stars are not enough. The cleanness levels were beyond sky. Thanks a lot.”

“A chilled and friendly atmosphere as well as some of the best Artists Edinburgh has to offer. Big thank you especially to Shirley and James for their hard work, advice and friendly chat during visits.”

“Have had all but one of my tattoos done at Bills. He did my first and was made to feel calm and relaxed by him. He never disappoints and always gives what I ask for. Outcome always better than I imagined. I’d recommend Bills to anyone who wants quality tattoos or going for the first time.”

“I had an old tattoo covered up today, I was really nervous, Stu put me completely at ease he blethered away. He’s so friendly it took all my anxiety away, it was done before I knew it. Top guy and great work cheers Stu :)”

“Mike and Beth at Nakama are easily two of my favourite tattooists I’ve had the pleasure of being tattooed by. I’ve had 16 tattoos from Mike and Beth combined and I don’t have a single complaint. The work they do is incredible, their personalities very much reflects in their artwork. They are so talented, good natured, attentive, funny and flexible.”

“Excellent very good tattoo work and very clean and friendly staff”

“Couldn’t recommend anymore, everything was amazing; service, quality and cost. Love the finished piece and got an appointment fairly quickly, my first tattoo and won’t be my last from here.”

“Most of my tattoos have come from Liz. Her artwork is astounding and she can form the ideas I have into beautiful and powerful pieces. She also bounces ideas back and forth of potential changes and additions we can implement to improve the art/ really make it stand out or look even better. There isn’t an artist I trust to do this as much as I do Liz. So far we have an almost completed sleeve which features 3 main pieces that join together to make one composition. Her dark art style lent itself perfectly to my alternative/ dark imagery and ideas. I still have a lot I want to do and I know who I will be going to. Sessions with her are pleasant and seem to go by rather quickly. Considering that I almost always have full days booked in that is not easy to achieve. I cannot recommend her enough. I’ve attached some photos of the progress so far.”

Centrally located on East Fountainbridge, Empire Ink is a renowned tattoo and body modification studio serving clients across Edinburgh. The studio offers a vibrant, stylish atmosphere paired with meticulous standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Tattoo services encompass custom designs, detailed fine-line work, full sleeves, and expert tattoo cover-ups. The facility also provides specialized laser tattoo removal services with personalized treatment schedules and thorough consultations. Resident artists collaborate with international guest artists to offer a wide spectrum of artistic styles.

“My bestie and I wanted a matching tattoo while we were in Edinburgh. I already have quite a collection of ink on me. We met John who was excellent in making sure we got just what we wanted. He was professional and quite knowledgeable. We are very happy with the tattoos John did. I would recommend for any piece you are looking for. His is quite an artist!”

“I recently got a few tattoos at Saorsa Tattoo&piercing, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and comfortable. Amanda is professional, talented, and truly listens to your ideas. She took the time to understand what I wanted, while also offering creative suggestions. She has a calm, friendly energy that makes the whole process feel easy – whether it’s your first tattoo or your tenth. Everything was super clean and hygienic, and she explained the aftercare in a clear and helpful way. I’m so happy with the result and already know this won’t be my last tattoo from Amanda. If you’re thinking about getting inked and want both an amazing artist and a great overall experience, I can’t recommend Amanda enough!”

Alicja Janczi - Permanent Makeup & Training is an elite beauty studio located on South Trinity Road in Edinburgh. This specialized clinic is a leader in micropigmentation, offering advanced permanent makeup solutions for the brows, eyes, and lips. Services include precision permanent eyebrow shaping, elegant eyeliner application, and natural-looking lip blush treatments. The studio also provides laser eyebrow removal and specialized facial treatments to improve skin health and radiance.

Located in Newtongrange, Dalkeith, this salon is a well-established hub for advanced beauty and aesthetic services. The facility offers a warm and caring environment where every customer is treated as a valued guest. Core services include high-standard acrylic nails and classic eyelash extensions tailored to individual styles. The salon specializes in permanent makeup, offering expert eyebrow tattooing, lip blush, and permanent eyeliner. Professional piercing services are also available, covering ear cartilage and nose piercings with a focus on safety.

“What a gem of a find - I won’t go anywhere else for my tattoos for now! Freya has done 4 tattoos for me so far and I can’t wait for the next addition. The vibe in here is super relaxed with plenty of space between artists so it doesn’t feel crowded. Freya has been absolutely excellent with the designs she’s created for me. My husband has also started coming to Absolute and has been tattooed by both Freya and Lea and won’t go anywhere else now.”

“Absolutely fabulous experience from booking through to the actual piercing appointment. Their lovely receptionist Rachel is very friendly and knowledgeable. The jewelry range is stunning - I love that they also work with other local businesses. I brought my mum here to add to her existing ear piercings, Nikki could not have been more lovely. She is truly passionate about her craft and full of great advice. Needless to say I also ended up leaving with new jewelry for my existing piercings.”

“got a new septum ring and fitting here w/ kate today. i've never changed it since it healed so i was pretty nervous about pain, but it didn't hurt one bit! she was really sweet, patient, and talked me thru everything so it was less scary. :")”

“I’ve had a few piercings done at studio 13 over the past couple of years and Sarah in particular has always been super friendly and welcoming! She was great at explaining the process as well as helping to easing the nerves of getting a piercing. Despite the fact that during my most recent visit, piercing appointments were fully booked for the day I never once felt rushed and felt completely comfortable and reassured the entire process. The studio itself is clean, sterile and well presented and the jewellery they sell has never given me any issues. I simply couldn’t recommend enough!”

“Ashleigh was so chill and sweet, she’s very informative. I got one of my lobe piercings done with this cutesy jewellery they’ve got other really stunning options ✨ Can’t wait to go back for my next piercing :)”

“After researching all tattoo artists in the area we went to Kimmie as her work was amazing. That was 8 years ago. She now does all our family and I'm currently finishing a sleeve. I get complimented daily on how amazing her work is. Wouldn't go anywhere else she is worth the wait.”

“Great place! Had all 3 of my tattoos done here and I love all 3. Staff couldn’t be nicer too. They explained everything in detail and make the whole process so much easier. 100% coming back for more tattoos!!”

“Royal Mile is the most popular street and it can be too crowded because it’s cultural history. The architecture of the buildings from medieval era to current is significant to Edinburgh historical background. There’s tons of restaurants, stores and most of tourist attractions is along the Royal Mile including St Giles and the Royal Castle.”

“Booked in with Lew for my first tattoo and it was such a great experience. The studio is lovely, really calming atmosphere and the studio dog is such a cutie. Lew was really great at making me feel comfortable, walking me through the process and making sure I felt confident at every step. 10/10 would recommend.”

“Very friendly and professional and the work I have had is amazing love the tattoos that Katt has done for me and the cover up she has now started for me aswell”

“We had an amazing stay at The Knight Residence by Mansley. The rooms are quiet and rather well-maintained, and the apartment was spacious enough for a family of four. The apartment comes with a washing machine, which is ideal for those who wish to stay longer here. Although it’s a bit warm at night due to the recent heat wave, the helpful staff supplied us with an electric fan to cool the apartment down.”

“I have been coming to Kirans Beauty and Threading for my beautician appointments for over 18 months, and would recommend. Kiran is very accommodating and I often pop in without a booking when on my lunch break. The eyebrow threading and shaping is great, and the eyelash tints lasts at least 6 weeks. Very reasonably priced services too!”

“Incredible work and outstanding patter from start to finish. Very competitive pricing too. Cannot recommend Ben enough.”

“Outstanding studio!! Hands down the best tattoo studio in Scotland’s capital. From the decor to the whole vibe of the studio, to making you feel so comfortable from start to finish of the tattoo process. Unlike any tattoo shop I have visited. The most genuine down to earth souls who work here. 10/10 would recommend to anyone! ❤️❤️❤️”

“I had an amazing experience at The Island Tattoo Studio, and it was mostly because of the incredible people there. I was tattooed by the talented Ghazal Jafari, and I can’t say enough good things about her. She’s incredibly skilled with a soft touch, so my tattoo healed quickly. Plus, she’s just so kind, which made the whole experience even better. I’m so happy with the end result and showing it off to everyone! The studio itself is such a cool space. It’s quiet and professional, with a great vibe. The people who run it are super kind, and the environment is just perfect. There’s nice music, beautiful plants everywhere, and the design makes you feel really at ease. I can’t wait to go back!”