Looking for a tattoo near Santa Monica Pier? Apollo Tattoo Studio is located on Main Street—just a short walk from the pier and beach. Our tattoo shop near Santa Monica Pier offers custom tattoos, walk-in flash, and professional body piercing—perfect for visitors wanting to commemorate their LA trip or locals looking for quality ink near the beach.
After you ride the Ferris wheel and walk the pier, head over to Main Street and visit the best tattoo shop near Santa Monica Pier. Walk-ins welcome, and we're open 7 days a week.
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5000+ clients 
Apollo Tattoo Studio is located on Main Street in the heart of Santa Monica
2625 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405 - Right on the famous Main Street strip with shops and restaurants.
About 1 mile from Santa Monica Pier - a 15-20 minute scenic walk, or 5 minutes by rideshare.
Just a 10-minute walk to Santa Monica Beach. Get your tattoo and be back at the sand in no time.
Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, Main Street shops and restaurants - we're in the center of it all.
Full tattoo and piercing services for visitors and locals
Work with our artists to create original designs in any style. Consultations available for larger pieces. Perfect for creating a unique LA memory.
Pre-drawn designs ready for immediate tattooing. Browse our sheets and pick your favorite—perfect for walk-ins and spontaneous decisions.
Professional ear, nose, and body piercings with premium jewelry from BVLA and Industrial Strength. Walk-ins welcome.
Upgrade your jewelry or buy body jewelry to go. California-made quality for discerning clients.
Clear next step
Walk-ins welcome or reserve your spot
Recommended first step
Reserve your tattoo session and let Apollo confirm the right artist, timing, and scope.
Tattoo bookings are a reservation, not the full session length. After you book, we will follow up to confirm your design details, quote range, and the total time needed for your piece so everything fits your vision and the schedule.
5000+ clientsFrom walk-in to finished piece, here's what to expect
Just minutes from the Santa Monica Pier on Main Street. Walk-ins welcome or book ahead for guaranteed availability.
Discuss your tattoo idea with one of our experienced artists. We'll help refine the design, size, and placement.
See your custom design before any ink. We refine until you're completely satisfied with every detail.
Expert tattooing in a clean, comfortable studio using premium inks and hospital-grade sterilization.
Detailed aftercare instructions and ongoing support. We're always available for questions during healing.
Getting tattooed near Santa Monica Pier makes your LA trip memorable
Forget t-shirts and keychains. A tattoo from your Santa Monica trip lasts forever.
No appointment needed for flash and small pieces. Spontaneous vacation tattoos welcome.
Open 7 days a week, 8am-8pm. Fit us into your Santa Monica itinerary anytime.
Flash and small tattoos take 30 minutes to 2 hours. Get inked and get back to the beach.
Founder Founder & Master Artist
Blue Mason founded Apollo Studio with a vision to elevate tattoo artistry in Los Angeles. He loves creating meaningful pieces for visitors commemorating their LA trip.
Artist Artist
Raa is a master of photorealistic tattooing, bringing portraits and nature scenes to life with incredible detail. Clients travel from across the country for his signature hyper-realistic style.
Artist Artist
David brings classical artistry to modern tattooing. Trained in fine arts, he excels at capturing emotion and likeness in portrait work.
Walk-In Friendly Tattoo Artist
Hannah brings fresh energy and meticulous attention to detail. Her approachable style makes walk-in clients and tourists feel welcome and comfortable.
Plan the perfect beach day with a tattoo:
Getting a tattoo near the beach? Keep these tips in mind:
Keep bandage on for 2-4 hours. Gently wash with unscented soap. Apply thin layer of aftercare ointment. Expect redness and slight swelling.
Light peeling and flaking is normal. Don't pick or scratch. Continue moisturizing. Avoid swimming and excessive sweating.
Outer skin heals. May appear slightly dull—this is normal. Full healing takes 4-6 weeks. Continue sun protection.
Every Apollo tattoo uses 100% vegan ink — Fusion, World Famous, and Dynamic brands. No animal products, no compromises on color or longevity.
See What Our Satisfied Clients Have to Say
"Found this shop while visiting from out of town. Walking distance from the pier and the quality was amazing. Got a souvenir that actually matters!"
"Perfect location for tourists! After the pier, we walked over and got matching tattoos. The artists were so patient with us first-timers."
"Best decision of my LA trip. Instead of another t-shirt, I got a beautiful piece I'll have forever. Staff was incredible."
"Walked in on impulse after spending the morning at the pier. Got a flash piece that took 30 minutes. Couldn't be happier."
"Visiting LA and wanted a meaningful souvenir. The shop was clean, professional, and the artists really listened to what I wanted."
"So glad we found this place near the pier! The flash selection was amazing and pricing was fair. Highly recommend for tourists."
5000+ clients
Santa Monica, CA
Apollo was founded by Blue Mason in 2007. With 20+ years of body art experience, Blue brings master-level expertise to every piece. Read Blue's story →
Common questions from visitors
About 1 mile, roughly a 15-20 minute walk or quick 5-minute rideshare. Head east from the pier to Main Street.
Not for flash and small tattoos. Walk-ins welcome! Larger custom work benefits from consultation.
You can go to the beach, but don't get your fresh tattoo wet in the ocean. Salt water and healing tattoos don't mix. Wait 2-3 weeks before swimming.
We're one of the closest quality shops on Main Street. More importantly, we're among the best-reviewed tattoo shops in Santa Monica.
Absolutely. Main Street is a well-lit, popular pedestrian area with shops and restaurants. Very safe walk day or night.
We welcome clients from across the greater Los Angeles area.
Cities:
Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Venice, Culver City, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Marina del Rey, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Westwood, Hollywood, Downtown LA
Visit us on Main Street—just a short walk from the pier. Walk-ins welcome!
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