1. Blue Lady Tattoo - Melbourne City

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Address: Level 1/67 Hardware Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 11:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9972 3371
Business type: Tattoo shop
2. Vic Market Tattoo - Tattoo Shop - North Melbourne

Address: 324 Victoria St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 11:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9326 5530
Business type: Tattoo shop
3. Melbourne Tattoo Company - Melbourne City

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Address: 2/2 Somerset Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 11:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9602 2555
Business type: Tattoo shop
4. Tattoo Parlours Melbourne - Melbourne City

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Address: 538 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 7:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9018 5021
Business type: Tattoo shop
5. Melbourne Tattoo Shop - Melbourne City

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Address: Level 40/140 William St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 8:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9877 8008
Business type: Tattoo shop
6. Tattoo Parlour Melbourne - Melbourne City

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Address: Cleve Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 7:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9018 5021
Business type: Tattoo shop
7. Good Luck Tattoo - Cremorne

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Address: 454 Church St, Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 11:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9429 9996
Business type: Tattoo shop
8. Best Melbourne Tattoo Parlours - Melbourne City

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Address: Barry Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 7:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9877 8008
Business type: Tattoo shop
9. Heart & Soul Tattoo - Melbourne City

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Address: 37 Swanston Street, Level 4 Cathedral Arcade/Nicholas Building, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 11:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9939 7554
Business type: Tattoo shop
10. Tattoo Artists Melbourne - Melbourne City

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Address: 2 Coverlid Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Schedule: Opens at 8:00 AM
Telephone: +61 3 9018 5021
Business type: Tattoo shop
You wouldn't allow a back-alley surgeon to remove your burst appendix, so you can't just find a guy or gal who says they know how to tattoo. You need to take the time to find the most reputable parlours in your area. Parlours that don't just look clean, but have a reputation for hygiene and safety. If the parlour you are interested in new, you should easily be able to find online reviews or at least reviews of their current artists.
The good news is, there are plenty of top notch tattoo parlours to choose from in Melbourne. Once you have a few worthy contenders, you must then research the tattoo styles they are best known for. Or if you haven't yet decided the style you want, now is the time. Some Melbourne shops are known for a signature style, like grey wash or watercolour, but may shops have multiple artists who each specialise in specific styles.
Now that you know the style you want, it's time to start looking at the quality of the work. You want to identify a tattoo artist who does more than draw an amazing design, but inks and amazing design. Browse through their online portfolios, and even pop in their shop to view their portfolio in person. If the artist you are working with is fairly new, really take a close look at their attention to detail.
You have already researched whether or not the tattoo parlour is reputable, but you must also feel comfortable with the overall vibe of the shop and the artist you select. For example, a shop could be clean but chaotic. Or an artist could be skilled, but a poor listener. If you feel uncomfortable for any reason at all, even if it's one you can't quite put your finger on, it's not the shop or artist for you. That being said, you might be nervous to get your tattoo but you should be confident and comfortable in your artist's and parlour's skill and professionalism.
If you have a friend who is inked, particularly if it is a style you prefer, ask where they went. If the shop or artist is local, talk to them about what they did and didn't like, and ask if they would go back. Even if you don't know someone particularly well, hearing their experience is an excellent way to help narrow down your selection.
While you might find the exact tattoo, you want online, in a portfolio, or by blending a few different tattoo designs together every tattoo artist is open to creating a custom design. This often requires scheduling a quick consultation, then coming back to view what they have designed. While designs can be edited, if the artist isn't able to bring your vision to life keep searching until you find the right design. This includes, design, size, scale, colour, and artistry. Your decision to get inked may be impulsive or last minute, but take the time to ensure the tattoo parlour you select makes our list of top shops in Melbourne.
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