Depending on the culture, serpent tattoos have different meanings. So, for example, in ancient Egypt, they have been associated with royalty and protection, while in China, serpents are often seen as symbols of wisdom, strength, and prosperity.
Some even link them to rebirth and transformation since they’re known to shed their skin. Whatever meaning you choose for your serpent tattoo, you can’t go wrong! So, here are some of the coolest serpent tattoo designs out there.
1. Shoulder Serpent Tattoo
If you’re looking for something powerful and feminine, a design like this one would suit you perfectly! There’s no tattoo design where a little bit of flowers doesn’t look good!
2. Serpent Tattoo Masterpiece
This looks like a true masterpiece from an art gallery, am I right? A perfect tattoo design if you want something to cover your whole back!
3. Sternum Serpent Tattoo
Sternum is one of the most popular placements for a tattoo when it comes to women since it’s really feminine and elegant. This serpent tattoo proves that to be right!
4. Collarbone Serpent Tattoo
Another really feminine tattoo placement is the collarbone. If you have more visible collarbones you could create a design that wraps around it!
5. Serpent And Sword Tattoo
Snake is commonly combined with a sword to represent death and rebirth. The sword is also seen as a symbol of power and strength.
6. Serpent Arm Wrap Tattoo
The best thing about a serpent tattoo is that you can have it anywhere on your body since it can adapt to your natural curves and blend in perfectly. This one right here is wrapped around the whole arm and looks really badass!
7. Sun & Serpent Tattoo
A serpent wrapped around the sun often symbolizes the transformation and journey toward enlightenment and spiritual awakening. This simple design must be like a dream for minimalist souls!
8. Serpent With Peonies Tattoo
On the other hand, if you’re not really a minimalist, something like this could suit you better. A half-sleeve tattoo of a serpent surrounded by flowers – a perfect choice for those preferring more intricate designs.
9. Black & Red Serpent Tattoo
We already know that a black and red combo is the one you can never go wrong with, so the same goes for the serpent tattoo as well!
10. Serpent With Feathers Tattoo
The snake in this design spirals up the woman’s leg and the feathers add a perfect amount of softness to the tattoo. Many people don’t know that the feathers also symbolize strength, power, and wisdom, just like serpents!
11. Stomach Serpent Tattoo
If you get a tattoo like this one, I bet you’ll wish it’s summer all year round so you can show it off! It’s a perfect blend of the power of the serpent and the softness of flowers.
12. Minimalist Serpent Tattoo
I love how this design is so neat! The lines are really precise and clean and you can see the tattoo artist has really good skills!
13. Serpent Heart Tattoo
Two serpents forming a heart shape give this tattoo a really delicate and cute vibe. If you look closely at the design, you’ll even see small hearts within the pattern on the serpents which makes it even cuter!
14. Full Leg Serpent Tattoo
You’re looking for something bold, something that surely won’t go unnoticed? Well, no worries, because I have exactly what you’re looking for! Just look at this art piece! It’s beyond gorgeous and creative.
15. Serpent And Moon Phases Tattoo
There are endless designs of serpent tattoos and this one is among the most unique ones for sure! I also like the placement on the spine which makes it extra feminine and attractive.
16. Sleek Serpent Leg Tattoo
You already know this tattoo would look so good whenever you’re wearing heels! It’s a pretty simple tattoo but it would definitely attract a lot of attention (positive of course).
17. Serpent Intertwined With Mandala Tattoo
If you’re looking for a bold and cool back tattoo design, look no further! I think you’ve just found what you need. However, be prepared to sit still for a couple of hours or more tattoo sessions because this masterpiece will surely take some time to create.
18. Moon & Serpent Tattoo
When the moon (more specifically the crescent moon) and serpent are tattooed together, they’re seen as symbols of change and renewal. Simple tattoo, yet rich symbolism.
19. Serpent Wrapped Around Flowers Tattoo
There are many designs where serpent is surrounded with flowers but this is the first one I’ve seen where it’s coiled around the bouquet. You can personalize it by choosing flowers that represent something you relate to and make it super meaningful!
20. Serpent With Crown Tattoo
A crowned serpent coiled around the flowers can hold different meanings such as power and grace, transformation and growth, but also feminine power. The eye hidden in the rose can be seen as a symbol of wisdom and clarity.
21. Fine Line Serpent Tattoo
The rays of light radiating above the snake give the impression of enlightenment while the dainty stars around the serpent could represent mystery or guidance.
22. Galaxy Serpent Tattoo
Let your imagination go wild and choose the design that’ll be truly unique and special, just like this one! Since the serpent is connected to wisdom, and the galaxy is something we know to be endless and mysterious, they can be pretty cool and symbolic when combined!
23. Two Serpents Tattoo
Although serpents have different meanings across cultures, two intertwined serpents are usually linked to duality and balance between opposing forces like good and evil, life and death, and so on.
24. Serpent Leg Tattoo
This serpent expands from the lower part of the leg to the foot. It’s done in black ink only with certain parts that remain uncolored.
25. Large Serpent Tattoo
This is what I call a bold tattoo piece! The tattoo takes up the whole arm from the shoulder where the head of the snake starts to the wrist.