Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Davis, CA
Ranked top 10 for Davis, CA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Davis. Updated weekly. See the full Sacramento top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Davis 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 Davis, then ranked them against the wider Sacramento market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Davis sits inside the Sacramento 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 CA 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 Davis 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 Davis. 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
Death or Glory Tattoo
4.7(132)In Davis$$Our top pick for Davis — right in Davis, with 132 verified reviews averaging 4.7★.
- No.2
Urban Body Piercing
4.3(169)In Davis$$Urban Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in Davis.
- No.3
Sacred Tiger
4.7(39)In Davis$$Sacred Tiger is a tattoo studio in Davis.
- No.4
Poke A Dotz Tattoos and Piercings
4.8(1,915)13.8 mi from Davis$$Poke A Dotz Tattoos and Piercings is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
- No.5
Cleopatra INK Tattoo & Piercing Sacramento Studio
4.9(946)14.3 mi from Davis$$Cleopatra INK Tattoo & Piercing Sacramento Studio is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
- No.6
The American Tradition Tattoo
4.7(349)14.1 mi from Davis$$The American Tradition Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
- No.7
Black Gold Tattoo
5.0(283)14.6 mi from Davis$$Black Gold Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
- No.8
Stylz Tattoos & Piercings
4.6(355)14.4 mi from Davis$$Stylz Tattoos & Piercings is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
- No.9
LES Tattoos
4.8(166)13.1 mi from Davis$$LES Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
- No.10
Sacramento Tattoo & Piercing
4.7(242)14.3 mi from Davis$$Sacramento Tattoo & Piercing is a tattoo studio in Sacramento.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Davis, CA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Death or Glory Tattoo ranks #1 for Davis. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Davis.
Are these shops actually in Davis?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Davis — 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 Davis?+
Most reputable studios in the Sacramento 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 Davis?
See every top-rated shop across the Sacramento metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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