Tipping in France

Service charge (service compris) is included by law. Small extra tips are a kind gesture.

Tipping mandatory

Service is included. Round up or leave 1-2 EUR for good service.

0-5%

Round to nearest euro; 5-10% for long rides.

Round up

Small tip for housekeeping; 1-2 EUR per bag for porters.

1-2 EUR/night

Per person for group tours; more for private guides.

5-10 EUR

Leave small change; not expected but appreciated.

Round up

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting France, 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.