| It is not very common for Italians to give huge | | | | Now if you find the service outstanding, then you |
| tips. In fact, Italians don't give tips at all. There | | | | can round up your total bill. If it is really excellent, |
| have been stories of tourists leaving tips on the | | | | a good tip is 10 euros. This will definitely make the |
| table only to be followed by a waiter with the | | | | staff happy. By doing this, you are giving the tip |
| money: "Excuse me Mister, you left this!" That is | | | | to the waiter or waitress. However, you must |
| why there is an option to not give tips. They | | | | know that you are not obligated to do this |
| already include the service charge in the bill. This is | | | | because the service charge is already covered. |
| 20% of the amount. | | | | <b>Taxi drivers</b> |
| <b>Tipping in restaurants</b> | | | | Giving a taxi driver tip for his service is considered |
| This is called the 'coperto' or the cover charge. It | | | | to be unusual. But this is greatly appreciated |
| depends on what kind of restaurant you are in. | | | | especially if you ask him to help you with your |
| The coperto ranges between 1 to 3 euros. This | | | | luggage as well as to provide you with the |
| amount is automatically added. The common | | | | information you need about getting around |
| understanding is that this goes to the waiter or | | | | particular places. You can also tip hotel porters and |
| waitress who served you. That is not the case. | | | | hotel concierge, especially if they made your stay |
| This goes to the owner of the restaurant. | | | | really enjoyable. |