Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Upper Darby, PA
Ranked top 10 for Upper Darby, PA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Upper Darby. Updated weekly. See the full Philadelphia top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby, then ranked them against the wider Philadelphia market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Upper Darby sits inside the Philadelphia 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 PA 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 Upper Darby 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 Upper Darby. 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
Ink Different Tattoos
4.8(423)0.5 mi from Upper Darby$$Our top pick for Upper Darby — right in Upper Darby, with 423 verified reviews averaging 4.8★.
- No.2
Dave's Artistic Tattoo
4.7(393)0.7 mi from Upper Darby$$Dave's Artistic Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.3
Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS)
5.0(85)0.9 mi from Upper Darby$$Backwoods Art Studio (BWAS) is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.4
J R's Tattoo & Body Piercing
4.3(162)0.9 mi from Upper Darby$$J R's Tattoo & Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.5
Hunter Gatherer Tattoo
4.5(278)2.5 mi from Upper Darby$$Hunter Gatherer Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.6
The Upper Darby Inkwell Tattoo and Body Piercing
4.5(206)2.2 mi from Upper Darby$$The Upper Darby Inkwell Tattoo and Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in Upper Darby.
- No.7
Sacred Bond Tattoo Company
5.0(285)4.9 mi from Upper Darby$$Sacred Bond Tattoo Company is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.8
Floating World Tattoos and Body Piercing
4.7(287)4.7 mi from Upper Darby$$Floating World Tattoos and Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.9
Big City Tattoo Studio
4.6(195)4.3 mi from Upper Darby$$Big City Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
- No.10
187 ink tattoo
4.9(688)6.6 mi from Upper Darby$$187 ink tattoo is a tattoo studio in Philadelphia.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Upper Darby, PA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Ink Different Tattoos ranks #1 for Upper Darby. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Upper Darby.
Are these shops actually in Upper Darby?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Upper Darby — 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 Upper Darby?+
Most reputable studios in the Philadelphia 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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