Tipping in France
Service is included by law in French restaurants ("service compris"). Small additional tips for exceptional service are welcomed but never required.
Tipping by service in France
| Service | Expectation | Typical amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | Optional | €0 required (service compris); €1–5 per person or 5–10% for good service |
| Counter / takeaway | Unusual | €0 — not customary |
| Café | Appreciated | Round up or leave 20–50 centimes per drink |
| Bar | Optional | Round up or leave 50¢–€1 per drink at the bar |
| Housekeeping | Appreciated | €2–5 per night, left in the room |
| Porter | Appreciated | €1–2 per bag |
| Concierge | Appreciated | €5–20 for a real favour |
| Taxi | Optional | Round up to nearest euro, or up to 5% |
| Rideshare | Optional | Optional — €1–2 or round up via app |
| Food delivery | Appreciated | €1–2 in app or cash; more for difficult deliveries |
| Grocery delivery | Optional | €1–2 in cash; not expected |
| Hairdresser | Appreciated | €2–10, or roughly 5–10% for a longer service |
| Spa | Appreciated | 5–10% if not already added |
| Tour guide | Expected | €5–10 per person group; €20+ private; €5–10 per person for free walking tours |
| Tattoo artist | Optional | €0 — not customary; 10–15% if you do tip |
| Valet | Appreciated | €1–2 on return; €5+ at luxury hotels |
| Airport baggage | Appreciated | €1 per bag if you use a porter (rare) |
| Busker | Appreciated | €1–5 if you stopped to listen |
| Movers | Appreciated | €10–20 per mover, or €5 per hour each |
| Tradesperson | Unusual | €0 — not customary |