Tattoos next to the lighthouse.

High Tide Tattoo is a tattoo shop in Port Isabel, Texas, next to the lighthouse and across the water from South Padre Island. Walk-ins welcome; Tuesday and Wednesday are by appointment.

Custom tattoos in Port Isabel

High Tide Tattoo is a one-artist shop on E Queen Isabella Blvd. Over 20 years of experience. Styles: American traditional, Japanese, fine line, black and grey, illustrative, watercolor, Polynesian, custom lettering and cover-ups.

Tell us what you are picturing, where it goes and how big. We will talk it through and book a time.

See the styles or meet Jake.

Shop hours

Monday11 AM to 8 PM
TuesdayBy appointment
WednesdayBy appointment
Thursday11 AM to 8 PM
Friday11 AM to 8 PM
Saturday11 AM to 8 PM
Sunday11 AM to 8 PM

Times are Port Isabel local time. Call or text to confirm before you drive over.

High Tide Tattoo storefront in Port Isabel with a lit High Tide Tattoo sign and a hand-painted bench

Find the shop

  • Address412B E Queen Isabella Blvd, Port Isabel, TX 78578
  • LandmarkNext to the Port Isabel Lighthouse
  • From South Padre IslandCross the causeway into Port Isabel; the shop is next to the lighthouse
  • PaymentCash

Parking, directions and contact

Questions people ask first

Where is High Tide Tattoo?

We are at 412B E Queen Isabella Blvd in Port Isabel, Texas, next to the Port Isabel Lighthouse, across the causeway from South Padre Island.

Do you take walk-ins?

Yes, walk-ins are welcome Thursday through Monday. Appointments are recommended for larger custom pieces, and Tuesday and Wednesday are by appointment only. Call or text (956) 433-5089.

How do I book a tattoo?

Call or text (956) 433-5089, or email hightidetattoopi@gmail.com with your idea, where on the body you want it, and roughly how big. Photos of references help.

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Ready to book?

Call or text (956) 433-5089, or email hightidetattoopi@gmail.com.

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