Tattoo & Piercing Shops in Downtown, Austin, TX

Austin tattoo and piercing shop with two locations — South 1st St (South Austin) and East 6th St (Downtown). Both shops are always accepting walk-ins during business hours (noon to 2am, 7 days a week), specializing in black-and-gray tattoos alongside the full range of color, fine line, and traditional walk-in work. Same-day piercings also available at both locations. Long hours and dual locations make this the go-to for late-night walk-in tattoos in central Austin.

Downtown 6th Street tattoo studio operating as a collective of artists committed to refining the craft while keeping the shop friendly and approachable. The Sacrament team strikes a balance between modern studio/gallery space and the time-honored street shop — walk-ins are always welcome and the books are never closed. Open seven days a week, noon to 2am, for the late-night downtown crowd as well as scheduled custom work.

Austin institution since 1998. Two locations: 607 Red River (tattoo + piercing) and 4507-B Airport Blvd (tattoo only). 14 tattoo artists. Hourly rate $100-125. Piercing phone: (512) 476-6824. Walk-ins welcome, appointments prioritized. Cash deposit required.