| Situation | Standard Tip | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant | Round up or €1–2pp | Coperto (€2–3pp) is already on the bill. |
| Café/bar (standing) | €0 | Italians never tip at the counter. |
| Café/bar (seated) | Round up | Table service: round to nearest euro. |
| Taxi | Round up | €13.40 ride → give €14. |
| Hotel porter | €1–2/bag | More at luxury hotels. |
| Tour guide (private) | €5–10pp | €2–5pp for group tours. |
| Spa therapist | €5–10 | Luxury spas only. |
The coperto explained
The coperto (cover charge, €1.50–3.50/person) appears on your bill automatically. It covers bread, table setting, and service. This IS your "tip" in the Italian system.
💡 Pro tip: Tip in cash, not card. Cash goes directly to staff.
Bottom line
Round up or leave €1–2 at restaurants. Tip guides €5–10 if great. Everything else optional. No percentages needed.