About 12 Minutes from Fishers
Tattoo Shop Near Fishers, Indiana.
Castleton Square
About 12 minutes
About 6 miles
I-69 south to 82nd St
The Short Drive
A tattoo shop near Fishers, one quick run down I-69
If you are searching for a tattoo shop near Fishers, here is the honest answer first: Grade A does not have a studio in Fishers itself. Our Indianapolis studio sits inside Castleton Square at 6020 E 82nd St, roughly 6 miles away and usually about 12 minutes by car.
The route is about as simple as it gets. Take I-69 south, exit at 82nd St, and head to the mall. Parking at Castleton Square is free, so there is no meter to feed while you sit for a tattoo or wait on a friend’s piercing. For a lot of Fishers residents, that makes us the most convenient tattoo shop near Fishers without fighting downtown traffic.
What We Do Here
Fishers tattoos and piercings at our Castleton studio
Castleton is a small, focused studio. Our tattoo artist, Ralph, handles custom work and walk-ins, and our two piercers, Carrie and Melanie Rodriguez, cover ear, nose, oral, navel and surface piercings. Because the team is small, a quick call before you leave Fishers is the easiest way to learn what the day looks like.
Piercings are a big part of what this studio does. Most take about 30 minutes, and starter jewelry is included in the price. You can choose implant-grade titanium, 14k or 18k solid gold, or high-quality surgical steel, all nickel-free. Browse styles on our piercing jewelry page before you come in, or see what else the studio offers on our Indianapolis piercings page.
For tattoos, bring your idea and any reference images. The artist will redraw it so the final design is yours, then talk through size, placement and price at a free consultation. That conversation costs nothing, so it is a low-pressure way to see whether this tattoo shop near Fishers is the right fit for your piece.
Why Make the Trip
Why choose a tattoo shop near Fishers with a long track record
Grade A started in Fort Wayne in 1999 and has been voted Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne in the Fort Wayne Newspapers Reader’s Choice Awards every year from 2014 to 2025. Our Castleton studio opened in 2023 and runs on the same rules as our Fort Wayne shops. When people from Fishers ask what sets a good tattoo shop near Fishers apart, this is the list we point to:
- Single-use needles and supplies for every client.
- Hospital-grade autoclave sterilization for anything that is reused.
- Implant-grade piercing jewelry, and we never put your own jewelry in a fresh piercing.
- Studios that exceed health department requirements.
- Pricing from the artist at a free consult instead of a number guessed online.
Plan Your Visit
Tips for planning your visit from Fishers
Walk-ins are welcome when someone is free, and that works best for piercings and small tattoos. For anything larger, book ahead on our booking page so the time is held for you. Some appointments need a non-refundable deposit, which goes toward the final cost.
Castleton hours are Monday through Saturday 11 AM to 8 PM and Sunday 12 to 6 PM. Call (317) 537-2549 to check the walk-in wait before you head down I-69, especially on weekends.
Before a tattoo, get a good night of sleep, eat a real meal, drink water, and skip alcohol for 24 hours. Wear comfortable clothes that give access to the spot and bring a valid photo ID. If this is your first time at any tattoo shop near Fishers or beyond, our first tattoo guide walks through the rest, from picking placement to what happens in the chair.
Good to Know
Laser removal and the rest of Hamilton County
One honest note for anyone hoping to find a tattoo shop near Fishers that also does laser: our Castleton studio does not offer laser tattoo removal. That service is only at our Clinton St studio in Fort Wayne, which offers free laser consultations with a cost estimate. You can read how it works on the laser tattoo removal page.
Fishers sits in Hamilton County, north of our studio along I-69, and the same short trip to Castleton works for neighbors in Noblesville, Carmel, Geist and McCordsville. For directions, hours and the full studio profile, visit our Indianapolis studio page, then come see us when you are ready.
Why Grade A
Why choose Grade A Tattoos?
Fort Wayne’s most awarded tattoo shop, now in Indianapolis at Castleton Square.
Voted Best Tattoo Shop
Fort Wayne Reader’s Choice winner every year since 2014. Twelve years running, and still raising the bar.
Tattooing since 1999
More than 25 years of tattoos and piercings in Indiana, now with three studios serving Fort Wayne and Indianapolis.
Hospital-grade safety
Single-use needles and supplies, autoclave sterilization and implant-grade jewelry at every station.
Every style covered
Realism, black & grey, traditional, blackwork, fine line, color, lettering and cover-ups by artists with their own portfolios.
Walk-ins 7 days a week
Open every day including Sunday afternoons. Piercings take about 30 minutes, no appointment needed.
Free consultations
Talk through your idea, placement and price with an artist before you commit. No pressure.
Visit us
From Fishers studio.
Grade A doesn’t have a shop in Fishers; our nearest studio is about 12 minutes away with free parking.
Grade A Tattoos — Castleton Square
6020 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250
Inside Castleton Square Mall on E 82nd St near the I-69/I-465 interchange on the northeast side of Indianapolis.
Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The team
Meet the artists.
Every artist has their own style and portfolio. Pick the one whose work you love, or walk in and we’ll match you.
Recent work
From our gallery.
Real tattoos by the Grade A team.
Areas we serve
Serving Hamilton County.
Clients drive in from all over central Indiana, including:
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Is there a Grade A tattoo shop in Fishers?
No. Our nearest studio is inside Castleton Square in Indianapolis, about 12 minutes from Fishers by I-69.
How far is the closest tattoo shop near Fishers, Indiana?
Our Castleton Square studio is about 6 miles from Fishers. Most people make the drive in about 12 minutes.
What is the best route from Fishers to Grade A?
Take I-69 south to the 82nd St exit and follow it to Castleton Square at 6020 E 82nd St.
Does the tattoo shop near Fishers take walk-ins?
Yes, when the artist or a piercer is free. Call (317) 537-2549 before you leave to check the wait.
Can I get pierced near Fishers the same day?
Often, yes. Piercings are walk-in friendly and usually take about 30 minutes, with starter jewelry included.
How much does a tattoo cost for Fishers clients?
We do not quote prices online. The cost depends on size, detail, placement and time, and the artist gives you a price at a free consultation.
How old do I need to be for a tattoo near Fishers?
Indiana law requires you to be 18 and to show a valid government photo ID for any tattoo.
Can a 16-year-old from Fishers get a piercing?
Yes, at 16 or 17 with a parent or legal guardian present who has matching ID. Some placements have extra restrictions.
Is parking free at your studio near Fishers?
Yes. Castleton Square has free mall parking.
What hours is the Castleton studio open?
Monday through Saturday 11 AM to 8 PM and Sunday 12 to 6 PM.
Do you do laser tattoo removal near Fishers?
Not at Castleton. Laser removal is only offered at our Clinton St studio in Fort Wayne, which includes a free consultation and cost estimate.
What piercing jewelry do you use?
Implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136), 14k and 18k solid gold, and high-quality surgical steel, all nickel-free. Premium upgrades cost extra.
Can I bring my own jewelry for a new piercing?
No. For safety we only use our own sterilized, implant-grade jewelry for fresh piercings.
How long does a nostril piercing take to heal?
Nostril piercings usually heal in 3–6 months. Clean with sterile saline 2–3 times a day.
Can I bring my own tattoo design from Fishers?
Yes. Bring your idea and references, and the artist will redraw it so your tattoo is original.
Do I need a deposit to book a tattoo?
Some appointments require a non-refundable deposit, which is applied to the final cost of your tattoo.
How do you keep tattoos and piercings safe?
We use single-use needles and supplies, hospital-grade autoclave sterilization and implant-grade jewelry, and our studios exceed health department requirements.
Is the tattoo shop near Fishers a big studio?
Castleton is a small team: one tattoo artist and two piercers. Booking ahead is the best way to lock in a time for larger tattoo work.
Can I buy a gift card for someone in Fishers?
Yes. Grade A sells gift cards, so you can give a friend in Fishers credit toward their next visit.
How should I prepare for my first tattoo?
Sleep well, eat beforehand, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol for 24 hours, and bring your photo ID and reference images.
Keep exploring
Related pages.
Ready when you are.
Walk in today or book a free consultation. Call Castleton Square at (317) 537-2549.