Tipping in Italy
Italians rarely tip heavily. A cover charge ("coperto") is common in restaurants. Small rounding-up tips are appreciated but not expected.
Tipping by service in Italy
| Service | Expectation | Typical amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | Appreciated | Round up or leave €1–2 per person; 5–10% at nicer restaurants |
| Counter / takeaway | Optional | Not expected; drop coins in the tip jar if you wish |
| Café | Optional | €0.10–0.20 at the counter ("al banco"); €1 if seated with table service |
| Bar | Optional | Round up to the nearest euro; €1 per cocktail at craft cocktail bars |
| Housekeeping | Appreciated | €1–2 per day, left in the room |
| Porter | Appreciated | €1–2 per bag, €2–3 minimum |
| Concierge | Appreciated | No tip for routine; €5–10 for moderate effort; €10–20 elaborate |
| Taxi | Optional | Round up the fare to the nearest €1–5 |
| Rideshare | Optional | Not expected; round up via app or €1 cash for luggage help |
| Food delivery | Appreciated | €1–3 for the rider; round up to nearest euro |
| Grocery delivery | Appreciated | €2–5 cash, more for large orders |
| Hairdresser | Optional | Not customary; €2–5 if you wish |
| Spa | Optional | Not customary; €5–10 or 5–10% if exceptional |
| Tour guide | Expected | €5–10 per person half-day; €10–20 per person full-day; €10+ for free tours |
| Tattoo artist | Optional | Not customary; €10–20 or ~10% for exceptional work |
| Valet | Appreciated | €2–5 per car retrieval at hotels and high-end restaurants |
| Airport baggage | Appreciated | €1–2 per bag for porters |
| Busker | Optional | €0.50–2 in the hat if you stopped to enjoy |
| Movers | Optional | Not customary; €10–20 per mover for a tough job |
| Tradesperson | Unusual | Not customary; quoted price is final |