Manchester Tattoo Studios | SameDayTattoo
Manchester's Northern Quarter is one of England's most celebrated creative districts, home to independent art, music venues, and a tattoo scene that punches well above its weight nationally. Studios like Rain City Tattoo Collective and the internationally award-winning Last Supper have given the city a formidable reputation across the UK and Europe.
The Northern Quarter centred on Nicholas Street and Oak Street is Manchester's tattoo heartland, with Chinatown immediately adjacent; Castlefield to the west offers a quieter alternative with boutique studios like Five Knives.
Tattoo studios in Manchester
Notable tattoo studios in and around Manchester. Check sterile work, a portfolio in your style and clear pricing; fill the booking form and we match you with a studio that fits.
Top picks: Rain City Tattoo Collective, Last Supper Tattoo Studios, Five Knives Tattoo, Shallows Studio, Die For Art.
Rain City Tattoo Collective
📍 Chinatown / Northern Quarter
Last Supper Tattoo Studios
📍 Piccadilly / Northern Quarter
Five Knives Tattoo
📍 Castlefield
Shallows Studio
📍 Northern Quarter
Die For Art
📍 Manchester City Centre
A curated guide, updated regularly. · Last updated: 17.06.2026
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Manchester Tattoo Studios | SameDayTattoo — FAQ
Where exactly are the tattoo studios in Manchester's Northern Quarter?
Rain City Tattoo Collective is on Nicholas Street in Chinatown, while Last Supper is on Oak Street — both are a short walk from Piccadilly Gardens and well-served by Metrolink.
Can I get a walk-in tattoo in Manchester?
Yes — Shallows Studio explicitly welcomes walk-ins across its three floors, and Rain City Tattoo Collective also accommodates spontaneous visitors when slots are available.
How does Manchester's tattoo scene compare to London?
Manchester is widely considered England's strongest tattoo scene outside London — Northern Quarter density and artist calibre rival East London's Shoreditch cluster.
What do tattoos cost in Manchester?
Small tattoos start around £60–100; mid-tier studio hourly rates typically run £80–120, somewhat below London prices for comparable quality.
What styles dominate Manchester tattoo studios?
Blackwork, black & gray realism, and Japanese-influenced work are the city's main strengths; fine-line and ornamental styles have grown significantly in recent years.