Walk-In Piercings in San Antonio: What to Know Before You Come In
Planning a walk-in piercing in San Antonio? Platinum Tattoos & Piercings covers everything — age requirements, what to bring, what to wear, and the best times to visit.
Walk-In Piercings in San Antonio: What to Know Before You Come In
One of the most common questions we hear at Platinum Body Piercings is: "Can I just walk in, or do I need an appointment?" The short answer is yes — walk-ins are welcome and we accommodate them every day.
Here's everything you need to know before you come in.
Do You Need an Appointment?
No appointment needed. We operate on a walk-in basis for most piercings. If you're ready, we're ready.
That said, timing matters. Weekday afternoons are typically the smoothest experience. Weekends get busier — especially Saturday afternoon — and during peak hours there may be a short wait.
What Piercings Are Available as Walk-Ins?
The majority of what we offer is available same-day:
More complex placements may require a quick consultation before we proceed — but we handle that on the spot, same visit.
What Does It Cost?
Pricing at Platinum Body Piercings includes the piercing service and starter jewelry. We use implant-grade materials — titanium, solid gold, and niobium — because we don't cut corners on what goes in your body.
A general breakdown:
Jewelry upgrades are always available at the time of your piercing or at any follow-up visit.
What to Expect When You Arrive
Walk in, let us know what you're looking for, and we'll get you situated. Here's what the process looks like:
The whole process is usually 20–30 minutes depending on what you're getting and how busy we are.
Minors
We pierce minors for standard placements with a parent or legal guardian present. Both the minor and guardian will need valid ID. We do not pierce minors for certain placements — your piercer will let you know if something falls outside what we do for under-18s.
Where We're Located
Platinum Body Piercings North Star Mall — San Antonio, TX
We're a piercing-only studio. No tattoos at this location — just piercings, done right, with the best jewelry available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment?
No. Walk-ins are welcome daily.How long is the wait?
Varies by time of day. Weekday afternoons are usually quick. Weekends can have a short wait during peak hours.
What should I bring?
Valid government-issued ID. Minors need a parent or guardian with ID.Do you accept card?
Yes. We accept all major credit and debit cards, as well as cash, Afterpay, and Affirm.Can I bring a friend?
Of course. Just keep the studio area manageable — your piercer needs space to work safely.
Come see us at North Star Mall. Questions? Call ahead or just walk in — we're here.
Book Your Piercing
Walk-ins welcome for piercings. Book ahead to reserve your spot at Platinum Body Piercings.
📍 7400 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78216
