Tipping in Italy

A coperto (cover charge) is included on bills. Small tips are appreciated but not required.

Tipping mandatory

Round up or leave a few euros; coperto covers service.

0-10%

Round to the nearest euro; no percentage expected.

Round up

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

1-2 EUR/night

Tip per person for a half-day tour; more for private guides.

5-10 EUR

Leave small change; not expected at the bar counter.

Round up

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Italy, 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.