Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Alexandria, VA
Ranked top 10 for Alexandria, VA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Alexandria. Updated weekly. See the full Washington top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Alexandria 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 Alexandria, then ranked them against the wider Washington market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Alexandria sits inside the Washington 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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria. 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
Sayan Tattoo Company
4.9(71)In Alexandria$$Our top pick for Alexandria — right in Alexandria, with 71 verified reviews averaging 4.9★.
- No.2
Old Town Ink & Art Gallery
4.8(128)0.6 mi from Alexandria$$Old Town Ink & Art Gallery is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.3
Madison Street Tattoo
4.9(95)0.6 mi from Alexandria$$Madison Street Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.4
Fury 13 Tattoo
4.9(321)2.2 mi from Alexandria$$Fury 13 Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.5
Ink by Hero
4.9(40)0.6 mi from Alexandria$$Ink by Hero is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.6
Wicked Goddess
5.0(62)2.2 mi from Alexandria$$Wicked Goddess is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.7
Visionaries - King St Tattoo & Piercing
5.0(1)In Alexandria$$Visionaries - King St Tattoo & Piercing is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.8
High Five Tattoo
4.9(57)2.3 mi from Alexandria$$High Five Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
- No.9
Fluid Ink Tattoo Studio
4.8(327)4.9 mi from Alexandria$$Fluid Ink Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Arlington.
- No.10
Wrecklezz Tattoo studio
4.9(290)5.6 mi from Alexandria$$Wrecklezz Tattoo studio is a tattoo studio in Alexandria.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Alexandria, VA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Sayan Tattoo Company ranks #1 for Alexandria. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Alexandria.
Are these shops actually in Alexandria?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Alexandria — 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 Alexandria?+
Most reputable studios in the Washington 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 Alexandria?
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