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Best tattoo shops in Venice

Compare established tattoo studios in Venice, Italy, and find an artist for your next piece.

  • Updated June 24, 2025
  • 3 verified shops
  • Italian, English

The history of tattoo art in Venice

Cityscape of Venice

As a dominant maritime republic, Venice was a historical crossroads for tattoo culture, connecting European traditions with those from the East.

Its bustling port was a melting pot for sailors and merchants whose tattoos served as logbooks of their travels, protective talismans, or marks of their trade. This is most famously seen in the well-documented tradition of Christian pilgrims, who used Venice as a primary gateway to the Holy Land and often returned with devotional tattoos, serving as permanent proof of their sacred journey and unwavering faith.

Tattoo price guide in Venice

Typical tattoo cost estimates in Venice. Prices vary by artist, studio, size, and complexity.
Small tattoo
€70-€150
Simple designs, under 2 inches
Medium tattoo
€150-€300
Detailed designs, 2–5 inches
Large tattoo
€300-€600+
Complex designs, over 5 inches
Full sleeve
€800-€2000+ (highly variable)
Multi-session project
Hourly rate
€100-€200
For custom or large work

Explore Venice’s top studios

Jump directly to each featured studio below.
  1. Tattoo Consortium4.9
  2. UnderSkin4.8
  3. INKAE TATTOO4.9

Tattoo Consortium

4.9(360 reviews)

  • Tribal Tattoos
  • Maori Tattoos
  • Realistic Tattoos
  • Japanese Tattoos
  • Custom Designs
  • €€

Located in Venice, Italy, at Via Daniele Manin, 48, Tattoo Consortium is a tattoo and piercing studio. They focus on creating unique tattoos. The studio is known for its skilled artists and commitment to hygiene, using certified, sterile, and disposable materials for piercings.

Visit websitetattoo_consortium

Location and hours

Via Daniele Manin, 48, 30174 Venezia VE, Italy

+39 393 169 8996

Opening hours

Monday
09:00–12:30, 02:00–19:30
Tuesday
09:00–12:30, 02:00–19:30
Wednesday
09:00–12:30, 02:00–19:30
Thursday
09:00–12:30, 02:00–19:30
Friday
09:00–12:30, 02:00–19:30
Saturday
09:00–12:30, 02:00–19:30
Sunday
Closed

Featured reviews

  • “Looking for a tattoo when visiting Italy this last week and after looking at review picked Tattoo Consortium and the experience was 10/10. 3 of us got tattoos and we were all very satisfied. Definitely high quality work. Thank you again.”

    ashton brown5.0Aug 11, 2024

  • “My wife and I decided to schedule a last-minute tattoo while we were visiting Venice. I did the best research I could to find an artist whose style and skill I felt comfortable with. Federico did not disappoint. His linework was clean, my color looks great, and he was quick. I highly recommend scheduling an appointment with him.”

    Brad Cantwell5.0Oct 20, 2023

UnderSkin

4.8(343 reviews)

  • Minimalist
  • Watercolor
  • Trash Polka
  • Fine Line
  • Lettering
  • €€

UnderSkin is a tattoo shop located in the heart of Venice, Italy, at C. de la Fenice, 1950. With a 4.8-star rating from 343 reviews, UnderSkin offers a dedicated and intimate environment for tattoos. The studio operates by appointment only, ensuring personalized attention for each client.

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Location and hours

C. de la Fenice, 1950, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

+39 348 832 0810

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–13:00, 03:00–19:00
Tuesday
11:00–13:00, 03:00–19:00
Wednesday
11:00–13:00, 03:00–19:00
Thursday
11:00–13:00, 03:00–19:00
Friday
11:00–13:00, 03:00–19:00
Saturday
11:00–13:00, 03:00–18:00
Sunday
Closed

Featured reviews

  • “I got a tattoo from Roberto at UnderSkin Tattoo while visiting Venice from the U.S., and it was a fantastic experience. (@bertz_tattooing) He took my idea — a love letter design for my wife — and reworked it with his own artistic vision. I didn’t change a thing — it was perfect. The shop is spotless and tucked away in a peaceful piazza, far from the tourist crowds. Roberto was friendly, professional, and easy to talk to. His English is great, and our conversation made the session fly by. The tattoo (shoulder to elbow) turned out beautifully — my wife loves it, and so do I. Roberto is a top-notch artist. If you’re in Venice and thinking of getting a tattoo, don’t hesitate to book with him.”

    Brian LeBlanc5.0Jun 3, 2025

  • “A first tattoo for me. Great experience. I felt safe, guided, listened to, and at ease. I would do it again if only I had a second right forarm. Communication was perfect. The result is stunning!”

    Flaminia Pischedda5.0Feb 15, 2025

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INKAE TATTOO

4.9(216 reviews)

  • Fine Line
  • Custom Designs
  • €€

INKAE TATTOO is located in Venice, Italy on Calle del Fumo. The shop has a strong reputation, earning a 4.9-star rating from 216 reviews. INKAE TATTOO can be contacted at +39 328 661 0341. To see examples of their work, visit their Instagram page.

inkae_tattoo_venezia

Location and hours

Calle del Fumo, 5306/c, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy

+39 328 661 0341

Opening hours

Monday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00
Tuesday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00
Wednesday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00
Thursday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00
Friday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00
Saturday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00
Sunday
10:30–13:30, 03:30–19:00

Featured reviews

  • “Me and my best friend wanted to get fine line tattoo and this place looked the best so we dm them and they got us in that day. Fredrick was our artist and he did AMAZING, he was so talented and our tattoos turned out incredible. He was so supportive when i almost passed out as well… would go back in a heartbeat!!”

    Addie Bode5.0Jun 17, 2025

  • “Fredrick is SO talented! My friend and I went here for our first tattoo (fine line) while visiting Venice and are both obsessed with how they turned out. We dm them on Instagram and they got us in right away. He made great suggestions and was very kind/fun, making it all a great experience! Definitely would go again :)”

    jesse wilhite5.0Jun 17, 2025

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Best time to visit

The best time to visit Venice for getting a tattoo is during the shoulder seasons: April-May or September-October. The weather is mild and pleasant, ideal for tattoo healing. Tourist crowds are smaller compared to the peak summer months, making it easier to book appointments with tattoo artists.

Plan around weather, local events, and artist availability for the best experience.

Trending tattoo styles in Venice

Discover the tattoo aesthetics currently popular in Venice.

  • Fine Line

  • Realism

  • Traditional Italian

  • Japanese (influenced by studios like Adrenalink Tattoo)

  • Watercolor

  • Geometric

  • Blackwork

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