Tipping

Tipping in Greece

In Greece, leaving a little change or a small percentage is common, especially on tourist islands.

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Greece

In Greece, leaving a little change or a small percentage is common, especially on tourist islands.

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Leaving a little change or a small percentage is common in Greece.

Last reviewed 2026-03-19 · 2 sources

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Each destination gets a quick, scannable tipping rule.

Restaurant

At sit-down restaurants, 5% to 10% or a round-up is common.

Cafe

Cafes usually only need a little change.

Bar

Bars can be tipped with a small cash amount.

Taxi

Taxis are usually rounded up.

Hotel

Hotel porters and housekeeping can receive a small cash tip.

Guide

Guides or private drivers can receive a small cash tip.

Porter

Porters usually receive a small cash tip.

Delivery

Delivery usually does not need an extra tip.

Quick notes

Tourist islands and cruise ports are more tip-friendly.

If service is already included in the bill, do not add too much more.