Amsterdam Tattoo Studios

Top Amsterdam Tattoo Studios

Essentially Amsterdam Reader's Choice 2026

Puerto Ink

5★★★★★

(2405 reviews)

Essentially Amsterdam Reader's Choice 2026

Rokin 58, 1012 KV Amsterdam

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Tattoo and piercing shop

Puerto Ink in Amsterdam operates daily from 11am to 7pm and focuses on tattooing and piercing. It has an exceptionally large review base, with more than 2,400 Google reviews and a very high five-star share.

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The Blue Blood Studios

5★★★★★

(369 reviews)

Essentially Amsterdam Reader's Choice 2026

Kinkerstraat 14, 1053 DV Amsterdam

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The Blue Blood Studios in Amsterdam covers all disciplines and styles, from realism and black grey to old school, Japanese, blackwork and ornamental work. The studio also welcomes walk-ins and custom projects, and has 369...

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Dutch Ink

4.8★★★★★

(2141 reviews)

George Stephensonweg 21m, 3133 KJ Vlaardingen

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Dutch Ink is a modern tattoo and piercing shop in Vlaardingen, near Rotterdam, with walk-ins welcome seven days a week. It has a very large online footprint, with 2,141 Google reviews and 91% five-star ratings,...

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Piercings Works Amsterdam

4.6★★★★★

(1845 reviews)

Reguliersbreestraat 46, 1017 CN Amsterdam

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Body piercing shop
Tattoo shop

Piercings Works on Rembrandtplein focuses on body piercing jewelry as well as tattoos and piercings, with daily hours from 10:30am to 10pm. The Amsterdam shop promotes premium piercing jewelry and quick delivery, and it draws...

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Sorry Mama Tattoos

4.9★★★★★

(1676 reviews)

Balijelaan 13, 3521 GJ Utrecht

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Sorry Mama Tattoos in Utrecht keeps daily hours from 10 am to 6 pm and has a very large review footprint, with 1,676 Google reviews and 93% five-star ratings.

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Ink Your Skin

4.9★★★★★

(1392 reviews)

Kerkstraat 115, 1017 GE Amsterdam

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Body piercing shop
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Tattoo shop

Popular Amsterdam tattoo and piercing shop with body piercing services and a huge volume of five-star reviews.

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Tattoo Bob

4.8★★★★★

(1362 reviews)

Delistraat 4-10, 3072 ZK Rotterdam

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Skin care clinic
Tattoo shop

Tattoo Bob in Rotterdam’s Katendrecht area offers tattoos, piercings, tattoo removal and permanent make-up. The studio also includes body piercing and skin care services, and it has built up a large review base over time.

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Tattoostudio Hook’s Ink

5★★★★★

(1205 reviews)

Industrieweg 8, A2, 2712 LB Zoetermeer

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Hook's Ink in Zoetermeer focuses on custom tattoos with expert advice, clean linework and unique designs. The studio says it is GGD-inspected, works in all styles and welcomes international guest artists; it also has a...

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Queen of Rings

4.7★★★★★

(995 reviews)

Westblaak 107, 3012 JJ Rotterdam

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Queen of Rings is a busy tattoo and piercing studio in Rotterdam, with nearly 1,000 Google reviews. It is active on Facebook and Instagram and has built a broad citywide reputation through its large review...

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Studio44Tattoos

5★★★★★

(912 reviews)

Huygensstraat 7, 2721 LT Zoetermeer

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Studio44Tattoos in Zoetermeer is known for a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and weekday opening hours from 9am to 6pm. The studio highlights a memorable tattoo experience and has a strong online presence on Facebook and Instagram....

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TATTOO STUDIO FRIENDSHIP AMSTERDAM

5★★★★★

(888 reviews)

Gerard Doustraat 101, 1073 VS Amsterdam

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Tattoo Studio Friendship in Amsterdam works with a large team of artists and serves Amsterdam and the surrounding area. The studio promotes a broad range of styles and has an especially strong reputation, with 888...

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Empire Ink

4.8★★★★★

(864 reviews)

Van Meekerenstraat 162, 3034 GD Rotterdam

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Empire Ink is a Rotterdam tattoo and piercing studio serving the city and surrounding area. The shop says it works with highly skilled artists to create new body art, and it has attracted a large...

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How to choose a tattoo studio in Amsterdam

Every studio, home setup and chair rental in the Netherlands needs a licence from the local GGD (the municipal health service), and that licence is tied to one address for three years. The RIVM keeps a public register of licensed premises, so if a studio's hygiene setup matters to you, checking that register is the concrete step rather than relying on how clean a shop looks.

Style match matters as much as compliance: look at each listing's own portfolio photos before booking, since a studio strong in fine-line work is not necessarily the right one for bold traditional pieces. Our guide to choosing a tattoo studio in Amsterdam goes into more depth on reading a portfolio and booking a consultation.

Ask upfront about design fees, deposits and how long a custom piece takes to schedule, since none of that is standardized citywide and varies studio to studio. A studio should also walk you through aftercare and give you something in writing, not just a verbal rundown at the end of the session.

Questions people ask

Do tattoo studios in Amsterdam need a licence?

Yes. Anyone applying tattoos, piercings or permanent make-up in the Netherlands needs a licence from their local GGD, valid for three years and tied to one specific location. Licensed premises are listed in a public register kept by the RIVM, which is worth checking if you want to confirm a studio's status yourself.

How old do I need to be to get a tattoo in the Netherlands?

Tattoos and piercings are not allowed on anyone under 12, aside from earlobe piercing. Between 12 and 16, a parent or carer's explicit consent is required and tattooing on the head, neck, wrists or hands is not permitted for that age group. From 16, a person can decide for themselves.

What should a studio tell me before a tattoo?

Dutch rules require studios to explain the risks of tattooing and how to care for the skin afterward. You are also expected to sign a consent form, which regulators can ask to inspect, so a studio should have one ready rather than treating it as optional paperwork.

Is tattoo ink regulated in the Netherlands?

Yes, under EU rules that apply here. Ink used for tattoos and permanent make-up must be sterile, and a list of banned or restricted substances is set out in the REACH regulation, with the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) checking compliance.

How can I tell if a studio follows proper hygiene practices?

Hygiene requirements sit in the Commodities Act and are checked by the GGD as part of licensing, with detailed guidelines set by the National Centre for Hygiene and Safety (LCHV). A licensed studio has already been inspected on its space, materials and personal hygiene, so asking to see the licence or checking the RIVM register is a reasonable request.

Can I get a tattoo or piercing at a festival or event in Amsterdam?

Only if the event organizer has applied for a dispensation from the licence requirement; individual artists working the event still need to meet the same hygiene rules. If you are getting permanent make-up rather than a tattoo, the same licensing system applies, and it is worth knowing that plenty of that work also happens at listings in our Amsterdam beauty salons directory.