Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in St. Paul, MN
Ranked top 10 for St. Paul, MN — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from St. Paul. Updated weekly. See the full Minneapolis top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near St. Paul usually means weighing two things at once: how good the shop actually is, and how far you're realistically willing to drive for it. This guide solves both. We pulled every verified studio within 15 miles of St. Paul, then ranked them against the wider Minneapolis market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
St. Paul sits inside the Minneapolis tattoo scene, which means residents get the benefit of big-city talent without big-city wait times. The shops below range from neighborhood walk-in studios to appointment-only specialists known across MN for custom work. Whether you're booking your first piece or adding to a full sleeve, the list is ordered to put the strongest match for St. Paul at the top.
What to expect from this list
- Verified ratings only. Every shop has real review history — we exclude studios with no public track record.
- Distance from St. Paul. Each listing shows exact mileage so you can balance quality against drive time.
- Style tags. Filter by what you actually want inked — fine line, traditional, blackwork, realism, Japanese, and more.
- Booking signals. We flag walk-in availability, price tier, and direct links to each studio's site and Instagram.
- Refreshed weekly. Rankings move as new reviews land — no stale "best of 2019" lists.
- No.1
Weird Ink Society
4.9(211)1.3 mi from St. Paul$$Our top pick for St. Paul — 1.3 miles from St. Paul, with 211 verified reviews averaging 4.9★.
- No.2
St Paul Tattoo
4.6(436)1.6 mi from St. Paul$$St Paul Tattoo is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.3
Northern Belle Tattoo
5.0(41)In St. Paul$$Northern Belle Tattoo is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.4
Hung's Tattoo Parlor
4.9(172)1.3 mi from St. Paul$$Hung's Tattoo Parlor is a tattoo studio in Minneapolis.
- No.5
Lowertown Tattoo
4.9(46)In St. Paul$$Lowertown Tattoo is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.6
Grand Avenue Tattoo
4.8(234)2.0 mi from St. Paul$$Grand Avenue Tattoo is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.7
Hail Mary Piercing
4.7(238)1.9 mi from St. Paul$$Hail Mary Piercing is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.8
Black Sheep Tattoo and Art Collective
4.8(77)1.2 mi from St. Paul$$Black Sheep Tattoo and Art Collective is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.9
Port & Starboard Tattoo
4.7(78)1.6 mi from St. Paul$$Port & Starboard Tattoo is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.10
7th Street Tattoo
4.7(178)2.6 mi from St. Paul$$7th Street Tattoo is a tattoo studio in St.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near St. Paul, MN?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Weird Ink Society ranks #1 for St. Paul. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from St. Paul.
Are these shops actually in St. Paul?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of St. Paul — the realistic radius most people drive for a tattoo appointment. Each listing shows its distance and neighborhood so you can pick what's convenient.
How much do tattoos cost near St. Paul?+
Most reputable studios in the Minneapolis area charge $150–$250 per hour for custom work, with shop minimums around $80–$120. Specialists and well-known artists routinely run $300+ per hour. Always confirm pricing during your consultation.
How often is this list updated?+
Our shop data refreshes weekly — ratings, review counts, and rankings reflect the most recent verified data from each studio.
Looking beyond St. Paul?
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