Best Tattoo Shops in Brisbane 2026: Top 15 Studios

Best Tattoo Shops in Brisbane 2026: Your Complete Guide to the City's Top Studios

Brisbane's tattoo scene has grown into one of Australia's strongest, spanning Fortitude Valley, the CBD, Lutwyche, Chermside and Woolloongabba. With more than 100 studios across Greater Brisbane, Queensland's capital offers world-class work across every style - and a handful of studios with reputations (and review counts) that rival anything in the country.

This 2026 guide ranks Brisbane's top 15 tattoo shops by verified Google review volume and rating. If you're looking for the people behind the chairs, pair this with our companion guide to the best tattoo artists in Brisbane.

🔍 Quick tip: Filter every studio by suburb and rating on the Brisbane tattoo shops directory, browse Brisbane tattoo artists by style, and see our tattoo price guide.

Top 15 Tattoo Shops in Brisbane for 2026

1. CB Ink Tattoo Brisbane - Lutwyche

📍 Suburb: Lutwyche · ⭐ 4.9 from 4,700+ reviews

One of the most-reviewed tattoo studios in Australia, CB Ink Tattoo in Lutwyche pairs a 4.9 rating with an extraordinary 4,700-plus reviews - home to several of Brisbane's most sought-after artists (see our Brisbane artists guide). The clear benchmark for the city. View CB Ink Tattoo Brisbane.

2. Off Ya Tree Brisbane - CBD

📍 Suburb: Brisbane CBD · ⭐ 4.4 from 850+ reviews

A high-volume CBD institution, Off Ya Tree has built more than 850 reviews as a central, accessible option for tattoos and piercings in the heart of the city. View Off Ya Tree Brisbane.

3. Celebrity Ink - Chermside

📍 Suburb: Chermside · ⭐ 4.7 from 620+ reviews

The Chermside branch of the well-known Celebrity Ink group brings a polished, appointment-friendly experience to Brisbane's north, with more than 620 reviews at 4.7. View Celebrity Ink Chermside.

4. Paragon Tattoo - Chermside

📍 Suburb: Chermside · ⭐ 5.0 from 450+ reviews

A perfect 5.0 across more than 450 reviews makes Paragon Tattoo one of Brisbane's highest-rated high-volume studios - an outstanding north-side option. View Paragon Tattoo.

5. Hailey Blossom Tattoo Studio - Mount Gravatt

📍 Suburb: Mount Gravatt · ⭐ 4.9 from 370+ reviews

Serving Brisbane's south, Hailey Blossom Tattoo Studio holds a strong 4.9 across more than 370 reviews - a highly regarded option for clients around Mount Gravatt and the southern suburbs. View Hailey Blossom Tattoo Studio.

6. Tailor Made Tattoo - Woolloongabba

📍 Suburb: Woolloongabba · ⭐ 4.9 from 290+ reviews

A custom-focused studio in Woolloongabba, Tailor Made Tattoo combines a 4.9 rating with nearly 300 reviews - a strong inner-south choice for bespoke work near the Gabba. View Tailor Made Tattoo.

7. Wild At Heart Tattoo - CBD

📍 Suburb: Brisbane CBD · ⭐ 4.7 from 260+ reviews

A well-regarded city-centre studio, Wild At Heart Tattoo holds a 4.7 across more than 260 reviews - a dependable, central option in the CBD. View Wild At Heart Tattoo.

8. Westside Tattoo Brisbane - Fortitude Valley

📍 Suburb: Fortitude Valley · ⭐ 4.9 from 210+ reviews

In the heart of the Valley - Brisbane's nightlife and creative hub - Westside Tattoo holds a strong 4.9 across more than 210 reviews. View Westside Tattoo Brisbane.

9. Celebrity Ink - Indooroopilly

📍 Suburb: Indooroopilly · ⭐ 4.7 from 250+ reviews

The western-suburbs branch of Celebrity Ink, the Indooroopilly studio serves Brisbane's west with more than 250 reviews at 4.7. View Celebrity Ink Indooroopilly.

10. Valley Ink Tattoo Studio - Fortitude Valley

📍 Suburb: Fortitude Valley · ⭐ 4.7 from 190+ reviews

Another strong Valley studio, Valley Ink Tattoo Studio holds a 4.7 across more than 190 reviews in one of Brisbane's densest creative pockets. View Valley Ink Tattoo Studio.

11. Nu Pike Tattoo - Fortitude Valley

📍 Suburb: Fortitude Valley · ⭐ 4.9 from 150+ reviews

A highly-rated Valley studio, Nu Pike Tattoo holds a 4.9 across more than 150 reviews - a strong choice in Brisbane's creative heartland. View Nu Pike Tattoo.

12. Balaclava Ink - Woolloongabba

📍 Suburb: Woolloongabba · ⭐ 5.0 from 140+ reviews

A perfect-rated inner-south studio, Balaclava Ink holds a 5.0 across more than 140 reviews in Woolloongabba. View Balaclava Ink.

13. Oracle Tattoo Brisbane - Nundah

📍 Suburb: Nundah · ⭐ 4.8 from 80+ reviews

Serving Brisbane's near-north, Oracle Tattoo in Nundah holds a strong 4.8 - a solid neighbourhood option. View Oracle Tattoo Brisbane.

14. Chalice Tattoo Company - Paddington

📍 Suburb: Paddington · ⭐ 4.8 from 65+ reviews

A boutique studio in inner-western Paddington, Chalice Tattoo Company holds a strong 4.8 - a good choice for clients around Paddington and Red Hill. View Chalice Tattoo Company.

15. Tattoo Studio Anasthesia - Brisbane

📍 Area: Brisbane · ⭐ 5.0 from 75+ reviews

A perfectly-rated Brisbane studio rounding out our list, with more than 75 reviews at 5.0 - a strong, well-reviewed option for clients across the city. View this studio.

Brisbane Tattoo Studios by Area

• Fortitude Valley: Brisbane's creative and nightlife hub - Westside, Valley Ink, Nu Pike.
• Lutwyche & the North (Chermside, Nundah): Home to CB Ink (the city's benchmark), Paragon and Oracle.
• CBD: Central, accessible studios - Off Ya Tree, Wild At Heart.
• Inner South (Woolloongabba, Mount Gravatt): Tailor Made, Balaclava Ink, Hailey Blossom.
• West (Indooroopilly, Paddington): Celebrity Ink Indooroopilly, Chalice Tattoo Company.

How Much Do Tattoos Cost in Brisbane?

Brisbane pricing is broadly in line with the rest of Australia: around $100-$200 minimum for small pieces, $120-$300 per hour for experienced artists, and $1,000-$2,000 day rates for larger work. Confirm at consultation. See our tattoo price guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most-reviewed tattoo studio in Brisbane?
CB Ink Tattoo in Lutwyche, with more than 4,700 reviews at 4.9, is Brisbane's most-reviewed studio - and one of the most-reviewed in Australia.

Who are the best tattoo artists in Brisbane?
See our dedicated guide to the best tattoo artists in Brisbane for the people behind the city's top studios.

Where are most of Brisbane's tattoo studios located?
Fortitude Valley and the northern suburbs (Lutwyche, Chermside) have the highest concentration, with strong studios in the CBD, inner-south and west.

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