Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Franklin, TN
Ranked top 10 for Franklin, TN — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Franklin. Updated weekly. See the full Nashville top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Franklin 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 Franklin, then ranked them against the wider Nashville market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Franklin sits inside the Nashville 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 TN 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 Franklin 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 Franklin. 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
Golden Yeti Art Collective
4.8(152)In Franklin$$Our top pick for Franklin — right in Franklin, with 152 verified reviews averaging 4.8★.
- No.2
Left Hand Black
5.0(131)1.4 mi from Franklin$$Left Hand Black is a tattoo studio in Franklin.
- No.3
Couture Ink Tattoos
4.8(17)In Franklin$$Couture Ink Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Franklin.
- No.4
Dreamartz
5.0(41)1.8 mi from Franklin$$Dreamartz is a tattoo studio in Franklin.
- No.5
The Tattoo Ink Emporium
5.0(133)3.8 mi from Franklin$$The Tattoo Ink Emporium is a tattoo studio in Brentwood.
- No.6
Broadway Ink Tattoos and Piercings
4.9(74)4.2 mi from Franklin$$Broadway Ink Tattoos and Piercings is a tattoo studio in Franklin.
- No.7
Empressions Studio
4.9(30)3.7 mi from Franklin$$Empressions Studio is a tattoo studio in Brentwood.
- No.8
Sculpted Ink
5.0(5)2.9 mi from Franklin$$Sculpted Ink is a tattoo studio in Franklin.
- No.9
Battleground Tattoo
4.7(266)12.0 mi from Franklin$$Battleground Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Franklin.
- No.10
ArtWerks Studios
4.7(275)13.1 mi from Franklin$$ArtWerks Studios is a tattoo studio in Nashville.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Franklin, TN?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Golden Yeti Art Collective ranks #1 for Franklin. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Franklin.
Are these shops actually in Franklin?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Franklin — 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 Franklin?+
Most reputable studios in the Nashville 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.
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