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Tattoo Artists on Istanbul's Asian Side

Short answer: When you look for a tattoo artist on Istanbul's Asian (Anatolian) side, first decide which district you want, then compare the artists there by style, price and reviews. In the TattooVerseCo Artists section you can list artists by selecting Istanbul as the city and one of the Asian-side districts such as Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Ataşehir, Maltepe, Kartal, Pendik or Ümraniye as the district.

About two thirds of Istanbul's population lives on the European side and the rest on the Asian, or Anatolian, side. The Asian side has fourteen districts: Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Ataşehir, Maltepe, Kartal, Pendik, Ümraniye, Beykoz, Çekmeköy, Sancaktepe, Sultanbeyli, Tuzla, Şile and Adalar.

Districts on the Asian side

  • Central waterfront: Districts: Kadıköy, Üsküdar · Note: busy, easy to reach, with ferry and metro connections
  • Business and residential hub: Districts: Ataşehir, Ümraniye · Note: large residential and business areas
  • South coast: Districts: Maltepe, Kartal, Pendik, Tuzla · Note: long coastline, on the Marmaray line
  • North and forest belt: Districts: Beykoz, Çekmeköy, Sancaktepe, Sultanbeyli · Note: larger, more spread-out settlements
  • Remote and island areas: Districts: Şile, Adalar · Note: seasonal, with their own transport

In searches, "tattoo artist" phrases stand out for Kadıköy, Ataşehir, Maltepe, Kartal, Pendik and Ümraniye; some of these districts also get searches for "tattoo studio" and "tattoo prices".

Getting around the Asian side

  • Marmaray: Connects the south coast of the Asian side (from Kadıköy to Pendik and beyond) with the European side.
  • Metro: Districts such as Kadıköy, Ataşehir, Ümraniye, Maltepe, Kartal and Pendik have metro lines.
  • Ferry: Sea connections from Kadıköy and Üsküdar to the European side.
  • Bridges: The Bosphorus bridges connect the two sides.

Before heading to your appointment, work out which way of getting there is most practical for you. If you need to cross between the two sides, factor in the time and traffic.

Steps to find a tattoo artist on the Asian side

  1. Artists: open this section.
  2. Select Istanbul as the city.
  3. Select your Asian-side district as the district.
  4. Apply the style, price range and rating filters.
  5. Compare portfolios, reviews and availability.
  6. Get quotes: mention your district and ask artists for price and availability.

Studios: in this section you can see studios with the same filters, and on the Discover map you can find the spot on the Asian side closest to you.

Which district should you choose?

  • The district you live in: This makes touch-ups and check-up appointments easiest.
  • A district near your work: For appointments after work.
  • The district that's easiest to reach: Those close to the Marmaray and metro lines.
  • The district where your artist is: If your style is set, you might decide it's worth crossing to the other side to see the right artist.

Checklist

  • Style match and portfolio
  • Healed work and reviews
  • Hygiene and environment
  • Travel time and parking
  • Price and scope

For choosing, see How to Choose a Tattoo Artist; for the whole city, Tattoo Artists in Istanbul; and for the other side, Tattoo Artists on Istanbul's European Side.

Frequently asked questions

Which districts on the Asian side have tattoo artists?

Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Ataşehir, Maltepe, Kartal, Pendik, Ümraniye and other districts. You can see the current listings with the district filter in the Artists section.

How do I find a piercing studio on the Asian side?

Use the district filter in the Studios and Artists sections. Where to Get a Piercing in Istanbul

Is it worth crossing from the European side to the Asian side for a tattoo?

Yes, if your style or your artist is there. You can get there by Marmaray, ferry and metro; plan your time.

Are tattoo prices different on the Asian side?

Price depends on the artist, the style and the piece; the artist matters more than the district. Tattoo Prices in Istanbul

Can I find a guest artist on the Asian side?

You can check with the guest artist filter in the Discover section.

Find your tattoo artist on the Asian side. Filter for Istanbul and your district in the TattooVerseCo Artists section.