Tipping in Australia

Australia has a strong minimum wage. Tipping is not expected but appreciated for great service.

Tipping mandatory

Tip 10% for excellent service at upscale restaurants; otherwise not expected.

0-10%

Round to the nearest dollar; not required.

Round up

Not customary; $5 for porters at luxury hotels.

Not expected

Per person for day tours; more for multi-day adventures.

$5-10

Not customary; leave change in the tip jar if you wish.

Not expected

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Australia, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.