The short answer
Tipping is modest and not expected; round up or leave small change. Locals tip little; a few coins for coffee and tapas is plenty.
What to tip, service by service
- Restaurants
- Round up, or 5–10% at nicer restaurants.
- Bars & cafés
- Leave small change.
- Taxis & rideshare
- Round up.
- Hotels
- A euro or two per night.
- Tour guides & drivers
- 5–10% for guides.
Good to know
Locals tip little; a few coins for coffee and tapas is plenty. Customs shift over time and by venue, and tourist areas often expect more than locals give. When in doubt, a small tip in the local currency and cash is rarely wrong.