Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Petersburg, VA
Ranked top 10 for Petersburg, VA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Petersburg. Updated weekly. See the full Richmond top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Petersburg 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 Petersburg, then ranked them against the wider Richmond market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Petersburg sits inside the Richmond 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 VA 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg. 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
Tantrum Tattoo
4.6(175)In Petersburg$$Our top pick for Petersburg — right in Petersburg, with 175 verified reviews averaging 4.6★.
- No.2
Connelly's Tattooing
4.7(238)1.0 mi from Petersburg$$Connelly's Tattooing is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.3
City Limits Tattoo & Piercing Ltd.
4.5(515)2.3 mi from Petersburg$$City Limits Tattoo & Piercing Ltd.
- No.4
Mystic Art Tattoo
4.8(32)0.9 mi from Petersburg$$Mystic Art Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Petersburg.
- No.5
River City Tattoo
4.1(235)1.8 mi from Petersburg$$River City Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Petersburg.
- No.6
Kushy Tats
5.0(4)In Petersburg$$Kushy Tats is a tattoo studio in Petersburg.
- No.7
Winner Tattoo
5.0(34)4.7 mi from Petersburg$$Winner Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Petersburg.
- No.8
Off The Cuff Tattoo
4.6(59)9.1 mi from Petersburg$$Off The Cuff Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.9
Jason Haney Tattoo
5.0(6)9.1 mi from Petersburg$$Jason Haney Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.10
Tattoos By Pugsley
5.0(4)9.1 mi from Petersburg$$Tattoos By Pugsley is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Petersburg, VA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Tantrum Tattoo ranks #1 for Petersburg. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Petersburg.
Are these shops actually in Petersburg?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Petersburg — 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 Petersburg?+
Most reputable studios in the Richmond 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 Petersburg?
See every top-rated shop across the Richmond metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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