Many restaurants add a 'coperto' (cover charge), so tipping is modest — round up or leave a few euros.
| Where | What's customary |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | A coperto of €1–3 per person is common. On top, rounding up or 5–10% for great service is appreciated. |
| Taxi & rideshare | Round up to the nearest euro; drivers don't expect a percentage. |
| Hotel | €1 per bag and a couple of euros for housekeeping. |
| Bar | Pay-at-the-counter espresso needs no tip; leave small change at a table. |
Yes. Many restaurants add a 'coperto' (cover charge), so tipping is modest — round up or leave a few euros. At a restaurant a typical tip is around 5%.
A coperto of €1–3 per person is common. On top, rounding up or 5–10% for great service is appreciated.
Round up to the nearest euro; drivers don't expect a percentage.
Pay-at-the-counter espresso needs no tip; leave small change at a table.
Tipping customs as of 2026-07-13. Norms vary between venues and change over time — treat these as a guide, not a rule.