Best Tattoo Shops In Cambridge

“Got my first tattoo here yesterday with Jennifer and it was a fantastic experience. She explained everything clearly and did amazing work. The shop was clean, the price was right and the tattoo turned out amazing. So glad I ended up going here.“

“This is the best place to get traditional tattoos made in Boston- I’ve gotten consistently great work from Max and Nick. I’ve felt more comfortable getting tattooed here than I have at other shops i’ve been to.Services: Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings“

“Joe Gettler did my tattoo. I came as a walk-in a few hours after my dog died. He worked with me to make a beautiful memorial tattoo and was so kind and understanding. I’d love to be tattoo’d by him again and I’ll be telling everyone about this place. He made such a beautiful picture of my dog in such a short time. Exactly what I wanted. I’ll always have her with me now, thank you Joe.

Requested style: He made such a beautiful picture of my dog in such a short time. Exactly what I wanted.

Stylist: Joe Gettler did my tattoo. I came as a walk-in a few hours after my dog died. He worked with me to make a beautiful memorial tattoo and was so kind and understanding. I’d love to be tattoo’d by him again and I’ll be telling everyone about this place.“

“I walked into Hour Glass 7 years ago just by chance. 8 pieces later, I'm still going to see Drew at least once a year!! Top quality work, studio, professionalism. If I could give 10 stars I would!!“

“I have been going to Pino Bros for years now, and I never turn down an opportunity to recommend them to anyone looking to get a new tattoo. Every single person who works here is nothing short of fantastic, friendly, and welcoming. My go-to guy is Ian Adams, who is not only an incredible tattoo artist, but just all around wonderful person who has some how managed to turn all of my weirdly wild and hair-brained ideas into magnificent pieces of art that I now have the privilege to wear. If you're in the market for fun and spooky skin art, Ian is your guy too. But truly, every artist here is masterclass, and the every appointment is like hanging out with old friends.“

“I recently had the privilege of having Chris Reilly (@reillyinks) as my artist at Chameleon Tattoo in Union Square, Somerville. I was finally ready to get my full sleeve and came in with a mock up that looked a little crazy, but had a ton of meaning for me. During my consult, we discussed my vision and he showed me some ideas he had. His energy was solid. Made me feel comfortable and relaxed every time I came in. Always positive and patient. Shop was exceptionally clean and the vibe was super chill. More than exceeded my expectations. His attention to detail was impeccable. Linework and shading were clean, smooth, ... flawless. I literally can stare at my arm all day, it's that stunning. He is an incredibly talented artist, refreshingly humble, and I am super grateful for all the time and energy he spent with me. Pleasure to work with and would highly recommend.“

“I have gone to Lucky's Cambridge a few times for various piercing projects and have had positive experiences every time.

Keith pierced my double brow in December when he was apprenticing. This was an important piercing for me as it has given me a great deal of gender euphoria around my face. It's healed wonderfully. He was very thoughtful and intentional in his process of lining up both sets of holes before piercing, and verbally walked me through the entire process with him as he went along. Everything is perfectly aligned just as I'd hoped. Healing was uneventful. And I've since had the barbels sized down (also at Lucky's though I forget the piercer's name!)

I went for my triangle yesterday and had an excellent experience working with Lars. Their process seems trauma-informed and centers consent, communication, and comfort. There was ample space made for me to ask and have questions answered. And I felt assured of my agency throughout the process. I was comfortable advocating for myself and I had an active role in my own piercing. It wasn't just something being done to me. Lars was considerate and used respectful language and professional touch around my unique anatomy. I knew I was in good hands! She made sure I had all the information I needed and gave me some invaluable advice along with extra supplies to help me care for my new piercing.

I would recommend working with Lars if you're a queer or trans individual considering a gender affirming genital -or other body- piercing. He made my session comfortable and accessible. I've been wanting this piercing for a good while. The placement was very carefully aligned and looking at it now, I'm happy with how it sits on my body. I'm excited to start the healing process and eventually my stretching journey.

Thank you Keith and Lars for the work you're doing.“