Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Ballwin, MO
Ranked top 10 for Ballwin, MO — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Ballwin. Updated weekly. See the full St. Louis top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Ballwin 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 Ballwin, then ranked them against the wider St. Louis market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Ballwin sits inside the St. Louis 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 MO 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 Ballwin 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 Ballwin. 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
Neon Moon Studio
4.9(32)1.5 mi from Ballwin$$Our top pick for Ballwin — 1.5 miles from Ballwin, with 32 verified reviews averaging 4.9★.
- No.2
Justin Kennon Tattoos
4.8(20)1.5 mi from Ballwin$$Justin Kennon Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Ballwin.
- No.3
Wink Beauty Studios
4.7(68)2.7 mi from Ballwin$$Wink Beauty Studios is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.4
Removery Tattoo Removal & Fading
4.9(605)6.0 mi from Ballwin$$Removery Tattoo Removal & Fading is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.5
Linear Tattoo Studio
5.0(43)2.7 mi from Ballwin$$Linear Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in St.
- No.6
Bio Tek tattoo
4.9(117)4.3 mi from Ballwin$$Bio Tek tattoo is a tattoo studio in Ballwin.
- No.7
- No.8
Brass Elephant Piercing
5.0(49)3.6 mi from Ballwin$$Brass Elephant Piercing is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.9
Full Spectrum Tattoo
4.7(85)4.3 mi from Ballwin$$Full Spectrum Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Ballwin.
- No.10
Thirteen Roses Tattoo & Aesthetics
4.8(470)10.0 mi from Ballwin$$Thirteen Roses Tattoo & Aesthetics is a tattoo studio in Maryland Heights.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Ballwin, MO?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Neon Moon Studio ranks #1 for Ballwin. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Ballwin.
Are these shops actually in Ballwin?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Ballwin — 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 Ballwin?+
Most reputable studios in the St. Louis 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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