“My first tattoo experience in Richmond & I'm happy to report it was without a doubt 5 stars. Got a small tattoo (my 7th) and I plan on heading back for my half sleeve. Great customer service, gorgeous shop, very comfortable atmosphere. Clean, organized, and fun with an ATM just in case you need it (they accept credit cards but cash is preferred). I've been in tattoo shops across the country and around the world, and I highly recommend River City Tattoo to anybody in the area looking for quality work and a fantastic shop.” — Kristin B. / Richmond

“River City all the way. I've had 3 tattoos done here, and I've bought jewelry for my gauged lobes over the years as well. They have the most impressive selection of gauging jewelry in the city, hands down.” — Wes F. / Henrico

“The staff here was informative and helpful. I needed a new piece of jewelry for an existing piercing and they were so helpful I decided to come back the next day and have my septum pierced. They eased my anxiety and made the process smooth and as painless as it could be, they helped assuage all my fears. I am excited to go back and stretch to the next gauge!” — Josh B. / Philadelphia

Photography by Nadia De Sensi