Ranked list
Ranked by Google rating and number of reviews. All studios verified by TatScout.
This is TatScout's ranking of the 10 highest-rated tattoo studios in Seoul. The order is decided by data, not advertising: studios are sorted by their verified Google rating first and total review volume second, so the studios with the strongest, most consistent customer feedback rise to the top. Across the 10 rated studios in this list, the average rating is 5.0★ from 8,648 Google reviews.
Leading the list is HTK Seoul Hongdae tattoo (5★, 2,478 reviews). The most common specialisms among these studios are Dotwork, Traditional and Japanese, with price levels spanning €€, and 3 of the ten welcome walk-ins.
For the full directory of every studio in Seoul — with filters for style, walk-ins and more — see the complete city guide below.
Most common styles in this top 10
147 Donggyo-ro
(2478 reviews)
Ranked #1: 5★ from 2,478 reviews · stands out for Dotwork · TatScout Score 89/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(2291 reviews)
Ranked #2: 5★ from 2,291 reviews · stands out for Traditional · TatScout Score 91/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(1186 reviews)
Ranked #3: 5★ from 1,186 reviews · stands out for Minimalist · TatScout Score 91/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
509-29 Yeonnam-dong
(877 reviews)
Ranked #4: 5★ from 877 reviews · stands out for Traditional · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 91/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(593 reviews)
Ranked #5: 5★ from 593 reviews · stands out for Dotwork · TatScout Score 78/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(271 reviews)
Ranked #6: 5★ from 271 reviews · stands out for Minimalist · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 74/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(213 reviews)
Ranked #7: 5★ from 213 reviews · stands out for Neo-Traditional · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 74/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(39 reviews)
Ranked #8: 5★ from 39 reviews · stands out for Japanese · TatScout Score 58/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(378 reviews)
Ranked #9: 4.9★ from 378 reviews · stands out for Neo-Traditional · TatScout Score 69/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
South Korea
(322 reviews)
Ranked #10: 4.9★ from 322 reviews · stands out for Minimalist · TatScout Score 69/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Seoul known for quality artistry and professional service.
HTK Seoul Hongdae tattoo tops the list in Seoul, with a 5/5 rating from 2,478 Google reviews, and is known for Dotwork work.
Each studio is ranked by its verified Google rating first and its review volume second. The 10 rated studios in this list average 5.0/5 across 8,648 reviews, so every entry has earned its place on real customer feedback rather than advertising.
Among the top 10, the most common specialisms are Dotwork, Traditional, Japanese and Illustrative. Check each studio's portfolio to find the artist whose style matches your idea.
3 of the top 10 studios in Seoul welcome walk-ins, though the best artists are often booked weeks ahead — call to confirm same-day availability.
Price levels across the top 10 in Seoul range €€. As a guide, expect €80–€200 for a small piece and €150–€300+ per hour for larger custom work, with the highest-rated studios charging premium rates.
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