Restaurant
Service included. Round up or leave small change (1-5€) for good service.
Up to 10%Tipping in France
How much to tip in
France
Service is included in prices by law (service compris). Additional tips are for exceptional service only.
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Restaurant in France
AppreciatedUp to 10%Service included. Round up or leave small change (1-5€) for good service.
Cash preferred Service charge often included — check the bill
€
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 5%€2.50
Total bill€52.50
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Round up or leave small change.
Up to 5%Taxi & rideshare
Round up the fare. No tip expected.
Up to 10%Hotel porter
1-2€ per bag in luxury hotels.
Housekeeping
1-2€ per night at the end of stay is appreciated.
Tour guide
5-10€ per person for guided tours.
5–10%Spa & massage
Not expected. 5-10€ for exceptional service.
Up to 10%Food delivery
1-2€ is appreciated.
Up to 10%Hair salon
5-10% or round up for your hairdresser.
5–10%Cash is preferred for tips in France. Restaurant bills often include a service charge — check before adding more. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in France?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Service included. Round up or leave small change (1-5€) for good service.
How much do you tip for bar in France?
Appreciated — Up to 5%. Round up or leave small change.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in France?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up the fare. No tip expected.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in France?
Not customary. 1-2€ per bag in luxury hotels.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in France?
Not customary. 1-2€ per night at the end of stay is appreciated.
How much do you tip for tour guide in France?
Appreciated — 5–10%. 5-10€ per person for guided tours.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in France?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected. 5-10€ for exceptional service.
How much do you tip for food delivery in France?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. 1-2€ is appreciated.
How much do you tip for hair salon in France?
Appreciated — 5–10%. 5-10% or round up for your hairdresser.
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