16 studios · avg 4.7★

Traditional Tattoo Artists in New York, NY

New York, NY has 16 traditional tattoo studios listed on GetInked. Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture. Traditional shops here average 4.7★ across GetInked reviews.

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Sena Tattoo NYC★ 5 (87)

SENA TATTOO is a premier New York city tattoo studio specializing in Japanese and American traditional tattoo styles, and art gall…

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By Hugo Tattoo NYC★ 5 (13)

By Hugo Tattoo NYC, at 150 W 22nd St in Manhattan, is the studio of an Irezumi (traditional Japanese) tattoo artist doing full cus…

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Tats on Canal★ 5 (4)

Tattoo studio in NYC. Website blocked but name and domain strongly indicate tattoo services.

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Red Baron Ink★ 4.9 (932)

West Village/Chelsea tattoo and piercing shop established in 2013 with a rotating artist roster.

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New York Hardcore Tattoos★ 4.9 (182)

Lower East Side Manhattan tattoo shop (NYHC Tattoos) founded 1999 by Vinnie Stigma (Agnostic Front) and Jimmy Gestapo (Murphy's La…

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EAST VILLAGE TATTOO★ 4.9 (88)

EAST VILLAGE TATTOO is a welcoming custom tattoo studio in Manhattan's East Village (New York, NY), with artists skilled in Americ…

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Orchard Street Tattoos★ 4.9 (70)

Lower East Side NYC tattoo shop accepting walk-ins and custom work; artists cover fine line, black & grey, color, traditional, Jap…

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Fun City Tattoo★ 4.8 (319)

East Village shop on St. Marks Place, one of the oldest tattoo storefronts in New York City.

TraditionalBlack & greyLetteringIllustrative
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Kings Avenue Tattoo★ 4.8 (194)

Bowery studio founded by award-winning artist Mike Rubendall, noted for Japanese work.

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Daredevil Tattoo★ 4.8 (166)

Lower East Side shop founded after NYC's tattoo ban was lifted, home to a tattoo history museum.

TraditionalBlack & greyJapaneseLettering
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ART INK TATTOO★ 4.7 (236)

ART INK TATTOO is a tattoo studio in New York offering custom tattoo work.

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White Rabbit Tattoo Studio★ 4.7 (162)

Lower East Side NYC tattoo studio with artists covering fine line, watercolor, American traditional, blackwork, glitch, and realis…

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East Side Ink★ 4.7 (146)

NYC's premier custom tattoo parlor in East Village; no flash, custom-only; also laser removal and microblading

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Fineline Tattoo★ 4.6 (71)

Fineline Tattoo, on First Avenue in Manhattan's East Village, is New York City's oldest tattoo business, owned and operated by the…

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Infinity Tattoo NYC★ 4.2 (197)

Infinity Tattoo NYC in Manhattan offers custom tattoos and piercing, with artists working in American/Asian traditional (owner Lee…

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West 4 Tattoo★ 3.9 (214)

Greenwich Village shop specializing in fine line, realism, traditional and color work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many traditional tattoo artists are in New York, NY?

There are 16 traditional tattoo studios listed in New York, NY on GetInked. Each profile shows style details, ratings, and — for claimed shops — direct booking.

What is traditional tattooing?

Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture.

How do I find the best traditional tattoo artist in New York?

Browse the New York traditional listings on GetInked, compare ratings and reviews, and click through to each studio's profile to view portfolios before booking.

Can I book a traditional tattoo appointment in New York on GetInked?

Yes. Studios that have claimed their GetInked profile accept direct booking — look for the "Book" button on a shop's page. Unclaimed listings show contact info so you can reach the shop directly.