Body Piercing Serving Scripps Ranch, San Diego
A piercing studio inside a Pacific Beach tattoo shop · Open daily
Scripps Ranch and the rest of 92131 are roughly 17 miles from our studio at 1062 Garnet Ave in Pacific Beach, via I-15, SR-52 and I-5. Sideshow Tattoo and Piercing is a walk-in piercing studio with a dedicated piercer, quality jewelry and online booking.
Why Scripps Ranch clients choose Sideshow for body piercing
Scripps Ranch is a quiet, tree-lined community just off I-15. For a piercing, a short freeway drive to a studio with a dedicated piercer and a posted price chart is an easy trade, and you can book ahead to keep the trip simple.
- Time to talk first. Placement and jewelry are decided with you, not for you.
- Materials explained. Our guide to titanium jewelry covers why material matters.
- Posted prices. The price chart is on the site before you arrive.
- Open seven days. From 11am, with later hours on Friday and Saturday.
Piercings we do for Scripps Ranch clients
A look at the piercings we do most days.
Nose and septum
Nose and septum work, with placement discussed before we start.
Getting here from Scripps Ranch
From Scripps Ranch, take Scripps Ranch Boulevard or Scripps Poway Parkway to I-15 South, then SR-52 West. Where SR-52 ends, merge onto I-5 South and exit at Grand Avenue / Garnet Avenue, then head west to 1062 Garnet Ave.
Parking: you will find street parking on Garnet Avenue and around it. Weekday afternoons are usually the easiest time to park.
Parking: you will find street parking on Garnet Avenue and around it. Weekday afternoons are usually the easiest time to park.
Drive time and timing
Outside rush hour, plan on 25 to 35 minutes from Scripps Ranch. I-15 South and SR-52 are busiest on weekday mornings and late afternoons. We are open until 8pm Sunday to Thursday and until 10pm on Friday and Saturday.
Book ahead online if your day is tight.
Book ahead online if your day is tight.
Around Scripps Ranch
Lake Miramar, Scripps Ranch High School and the eucalyptus-lined streets define the neighborhood. If you run or cycle the lake loop, ask about when it is safe to return to your routine after a new piercing, since sweat and dust matter while it heals. Our piercing aftercare page has the basics.
Making the most of your appointment
Bring a rough idea of the piercing, the jewelry you like, and any questions about healing. If you need a downsize later, book it online so it is on your calendar.
If you would like to read first, these guides cover the basics: how to choose the best piercing place in San Diego, conch piercings, tragus piercings and septum and nose piercings.
If you would like to read first, these guides cover the basics: how to choose the best piercing place in San Diego, conch piercings, tragus piercings and septum and nose piercings.
Scripps Ranch piercing FAQs
Roughly 17 miles. Take I-15 South to SR-52 West, merge onto I-5 South where SR-52 ends, and exit at Grand Avenue / Garnet Avenue. Outside rush hour the drive is usually 25 to 35 minutes.
Yes. Book online for a piercing, a downsize or a jewelry appointment, or call (858) 274-8282.
Ask your piercer about the specific piercing. In general, sweat, dust and water matter while a piercing heals, so plan around it and follow your aftercare instructions.
Yes. We are open until 8pm Sunday to Thursday and until 10pm on Friday and Saturday, and you can book online to set your time.
Gold and titanium are part of our jewelry selection. Ask at your appointment which options suit your piercing and your budget.
Ask about placement, healing time and jewelry before you decide. Our ear piercing guide and aftercare page cover the basics.
Sweat, friction and water matter while a piercing heals. Ask your piercer about the specific piercing, and follow the aftercare instructions.
Check our deals page for current specials, and the price chart for regular prices.
Other areas we serve
Other neighborhoods with their own page:
Come see us
Sunday to Thursday: 11am to 8pm
Friday and Saturday: 11am to 10pm
Walk-ins welcome
Friday and Saturday: 11am to 10pm
Walk-ins welcome