Tipping in Italy

2026 guide

Optional — small tip or round up

Tipping in Italy is modest. A 'coperto' (cover charge for bread and table setting) is standard. Tips beyond this are optional — Italians typically leave a euro or two at most.

By Situation

Restaurants

Leave €1–3 per person for a good meal. No need to calculate a percentage. The coperto (€1–4 per person) is separate and mandatory.

Taxis & Rideshares

Round up to the nearest euro. €1–2 for help with luggage.

Hotels & Porters

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Spa & Massage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you tip in Italy?

Italian tipping is modest. €1–3 extra at a restaurant is generous. The coperto charge is separate and standard. Taxi drivers are happy with rounding up.

What is the coperto in Italy?

A coperto is a per-person cover charge (typically €1–4) for bread, table setting, and linen. It appears on all bills at sit-down restaurants and is not a tip.

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