Tonya Russell

It only makes sense that the mural capital of the world would also have an epic tattoo scene. For ages, South Street was the place to go for creative ink, but in recent years, quality shops have popped up in up-and-coming Fishtown and even on the city's outskirts.  From Fishtown to South Philly, a new generation of world-class artists has picked up the needle, bringing a wide range of styles and experiences. With establishments catering to the artistic and obscure, Philly has a tattoo artist for every enthusiast. Here are the 15 best tattoos in Philadelphia. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Philadelphia This guide was updated by Philadelphia-based writer Tonya Russell. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.