Tipping in Switzerland

Service charge is included by law. Small extra tips for good service are appreciated.

Tipping mandatory

Service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service.

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Round to the nearest franc.

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Small tip for housekeeping at nicer hotels.

1-2 CHF/night

Per person for guided tours.

5-10 CHF

Round up the bill; not expected.

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General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Switzerland, 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.