Whether you're getting inked for the first time or adding to a growing collection, Hyderabad offers an eclectic mix of tattoo studios that balance artistry, hygiene, and personal expression. From minimalist designs in tech corridors to spiritually inspired ink in serene suburbs, the city’s tattoo scene is as diverse as its culture.
Machu Tattoo Studio – Where Celebrities Go to Get Inked
Tucked away in Kondapur, Machu Tattoo Studio has gained a cult following for good reason. Its founder, Machu, brings global exposure to the craft, having trained and worked with international tattoo communities. The studio has served clients like Shruti Hassan and prides itself on following UK-standard hygiene protocols, complete with disposable needles and transparent ink handling.
Where: Near Botanical Garden Road, Kondapur
Price: Rs. 1,500 upwards (depending on size and detail)
Buddha Tattoo Studio – The Veteran of Hyderabad’s Ink Scene
Founded in 2009 by Karan Vadakedath, Buddha Tattoo Studio is one of Hyderabad’s most trusted names for getting inked. Located in Kondapur, the studio balances commercial efficiency with artistic integrity. Over the years, it has built a loyal clientele—students, techies, travellers—who return for touch-ups, second tattoos, or to bring a story alive on their skin.
Where: Near Harsha Toyota, Kondapur
Price: Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 20,000 depending on size
Guns and Inks – For the Old-School Rebels and Detail Lovers
Guns and Inks, located in Kothaguda, is one of the most established names in Hyderabad's tattoo scene, having completed over 25,000 tattoos. The studio is renowned for its vintage-meets-industrial aesthetic, featuring posters of biker culture, skull motifs, and tribal designs that line the walls. It attracts clients who love monochrome styles, animalistic themes, and bold lettering.
Where: Kothaguda Main Road
Price: Rs. 1,000 upwards; piercings from Rs. 500
Joysen Tattoos – Watercolour and Whimsy in Jubilee Hills
Joysen Tattoos, tucked into the plush streets of Jubilee Hills, is a studio for the whimsical, the artsy, and the free-spirited. Joy Sen, the founder, brings a painter’s approach to tattooing. His signature style features soft watercolour washes, brushstroke textures, and gradient shading that makes tattoos appear like fluid paintings.
Where: Road No. 10, Jubilee Hills
Price: Starting from Rs. 2,000 for watercolour miniatures and Rs. 8,000+ for full colour work
Inkkraft Tattoos – Precision, Symmetry, and Sacred Geometry
For those seeking the therapeutic and meditative side of tattooing, Inkkraft is a revelation. Hidden within the Mahmood Habib Plaza, this studio focuses on sacred geometry, dotwork mandalas, and surrealist blackwork that feels more spiritual than aesthetic.
Where: Mahmood Habib Plaza, Himayatnagar
Price: Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 12,000 depending on complexity
Koru Ink – For Experimental Art and Tattoo Aesthetes
Based in Sindhi Colony, Koru Ink is the brainchild of Subhojit Chakroborty, whose training in hyperrealism and abstract styles sets the studio apart. What makes this place special is the quiet, clean, almost Zen-like ambience that feels far from the loud and brash stereotype of tattoo parlours.
Where: Sindhi Colony, PG Road
Price: Rs. 2,500 upwards
Tattoo Alley – Minimalism Meets Millennial Nostalgia
Tattoo Alley, located near Gachibowli’s tech parks, is where Hyderabad’s software crowd goes for clean, minimalist ink. Think constellation dots, barcode-style initials, semicolon tattoos, retro cassette outlines, or tiny matching couple tattoos. The space is bright, hygienic, and run by a small team of young tattooists trained in digital sketching and laser-stencil accuracy.
Where: Near DLF Cyber City, Gachibowli
Price: Rs. 800 to Rs. 5,000 depending on line density
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