Amsterdam Tattoo Studio

Two tattoo studios in central Amsterdam

Both of our Amsterdam studios sit inside the canal belt, a few minutes on foot from Dam Square and Amsterdam Centraal. You can reach either one without a car.

The two locations share the same artists, the same hygiene protocol and the same pricing. Which one you book depends only on availability and on which street is easier for you.

Warmoesstraat 89, 1012 HZ Amsterdam — around 350 metres from Dam Square, in the oldest street of the city.
Spuistraat 197, 1012 VN Amsterdam — a five-minute walk from Spui and the Nine Streets shopping area.
Both studios: open every day, 11:00 to 23:00, including weekends and public holidays.
Languages spoken: English, Dutch, Turkish, German and Russian.

Tattoo styles we work in

Our artists are generalists with specialisms. Tell us the idea and we will put you with the person who does that style every week, not once a year.

Custom design — drawn from scratch for you, based on a consultation and reference images.
Fine line and micro-realism — thin, precise linework; popular for lettering, botanical and minimal pieces.
Blackwork and dotwork — solid black shapes, geometric patterns, ornamental sleeves.
Realism and portrait — black and grey or colour, from photographs.
Traditional and neo-traditional — bold outlines, limited palette, classic motifs.
Cover-up — reworking an old or faded tattoo into a new design.
Lettering and script — multilingual, including Arabic, Cyrillic and Ottoman calligraphy.

What a session looks like

A first tattoo takes longer than people expect, mostly because of the preparation. Here is the sequence we follow at both Amsterdam studios.

1. Consultation — free, in person or over WhatsApp. We discuss placement, size, style and budget.
2. Design — the artist draws the piece. For custom work this can take a few days; you approve it before we book.
3. Stencil and placement — we transfer the outline onto your skin and adjust until the position is right.
4. Tattooing — fresh needles opened in front of you, single-use ink caps, disposable barrier film.
5. Wrap and aftercare briefing — we cover the tattoo and give you written aftercare in your language.
6. Free touch-up — within 3 months if any area heals unevenly.

Hygiene and safety

Tattooing in the Netherlands is regulated. Studios must hold a permit from the GGD (municipal health service) and follow the national hygiene guidelines for tattoo and piercing establishments.

Everything that touches your skin is single-use and opened in front of you. Needles, tubes, ink caps, razors and gloves are disposed of after one client. Work surfaces are covered with barrier film and disinfected between sessions.

We do not tattoo anyone under 18, anyone who is visibly intoxicated, or over an active skin infection. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder, tell us at the consultation — some of these are absolute contraindications and some just need scheduling around.

Aftercare — the first two weeks

How a tattoo looks in five years depends more on aftercare and sun exposure than on the machine that made it. The plan below is what we hand out at the studio.

Hours 0–4: leave the wrap on. If you were given a second-skin film, it can stay 24 hours.
Day 1: wash gently with lukewarm water and fragrance-free soap, pat dry with a clean paper towel, apply a thin layer of aftercare ointment.
Days 2–7: wash twice daily, moisturise thinly 2–3 times a day. Some plasma and colour on the towel is normal.
Days 7–14: flaking and itching start. Do not pick or scratch — pulling a scab pulls the pigment with it.
Weeks 2–4: the surface looks healed but the deeper layers are still settling. Keep moisturising.
Avoid for 3 weeks: swimming pools, sea, sauna, hot baths, gym contact sports, direct sun.
Forever: SPF 50 on the tattoo when you are in strong sun. UV is the main cause of fading.

Walk-in or appointment?

Both work. Walk-ins are realistic for small and medium flash pieces, especially on weekday afternoons. For anything custom, large, or on a specific date, book ahead — the artist needs drawing time.

The fastest way to get a slot is WhatsApp. Send a reference image, the rough size in centimetres and the body area, and you will get a price range and the next free date the same day.

Tattoo sizes and typical session length

Tattoo sizes and typical session length
Size / type	Typical duration
Small, up to 5 cm	30–60 minutes
Medium, 5–15 cm	1–3 hours
Large, 15–25 cm	3–5 hours
Half sleeve	2–3 sessions
Full sleeve	4–8 sessions
Cover-up	assessed on site
Full day session	6–8 hours

Every piece is quoted individually, because the price depends on size, detail, placement and how long the session takes. Send a reference image and the rough size over WhatsApp and you will get a clear quote before anything is booked.

Our Amsterdam studios

God Of Ink Amsterdam

Spuistraat 197
1012 VN Amsterdam

11:00 – 23:00

God Of Ink Dam

Warmoesstraat 89
1012 HZ Amsterdam

11:00 – 23:00

God Of Ink Central

Reguliersbreestraat 19H
1017 CN Amsterdam

11:00 – 23:00

Frequently asked questions

Where is God Of Ink located in Amsterdam?

God Of Ink has two studios in central Amsterdam: Warmoesstraat 89, 1012 HZ (about 350 metres from Dam Square) and Spuistraat 197, 1012 VN (near Spui). Both are within walking distance of Amsterdam Centraal.

Do you accept walk-in tattoos in Amsterdam?

Yes. Both Amsterdam studios accept walk-ins daily between 11:00 and 23:00. Walk-ins work best for small and medium pieces. For custom or large work we recommend booking so the artist has drawing time.

How much does a tattoo cost in Amsterdam?

Every tattoo is quoted individually, because the price depends on size, level of detail, placement and how long the session takes. Send a reference image and the rough size in centimetres over WhatsApp and you will get a clear quote the same day, before anything is booked.

What is the minimum age for a tattoo in the Netherlands?

You must be 18 or older to get tattooed in the Netherlands. We ask for a valid photo ID at every appointment, with no exceptions and no parental consent option.

Does getting a tattoo hurt?

It is uncomfortable rather than unbearable for most people. Fleshy areas such as the outer arm and thigh are the easiest. Ribs, sternum, spine, hands, feet and the inner arm are the most sensitive. Eat beforehand, stay hydrated and tell the artist if you need a break.

How long does a tattoo take to heal?

The surface heals in about 2 to 3 weeks. The deeper layers of skin take 2 to 3 months to fully settle. Avoid swimming, sauna and direct sun for the first three weeks.

Can you cover up an old tattoo?

In most cases yes. Cover-ups depend on the size, darkness and age of the existing tattoo. Send a clear photo over WhatsApp and we will tell you honestly whether a cover-up, a rework or laser fading first is the better route.

Do you offer free touch-ups?

Yes. If an area heals unevenly we touch it up free of charge within 3 months of the original session, provided the aftercare instructions were followed.

What languages do your artists speak?

Our Amsterdam team works in English, Dutch, Turkish, German and Russian. You can send your reference and questions in any of these languages.

Is the studio hygienic and licensed?

Yes. We follow the Dutch national hygiene guidelines for tattoo and piercing studios. All needles, tubes, ink caps and razors are single-use and opened in front of you, and surfaces are disinfected between every client.

More from our blog

Two tattoo studios in central Amsterdam

Tattoo styles we work in

What a session looks like

Hygiene and safety

Aftercare — the first two weeks

Walk-in or appointment?

Tattoo sizes and typical session length