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I know that tipping culture is changing a bit in Europe....how much should I be tipping in Greece?
 
That is an interesting question, because my cousin n the Netherlands is planning a trip in May of 2022 and would most likely want to know
 
I have visited Greece many times. Years ago tipping was not expected. In the last few years I usually tip a couple of euros or for exceptional service 5€ if there are just 2-4 people. It seems arbitrary and depends on the service for which you are tipping. In nicer restaurants or if you have a big group, I would tip 10%. They always seem happy and gracious.
 
Greeks do not tip a lot. Basically, whatever change you get, you leave for the server, however, we always tip when out, just not as much as in the States.
 
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Maria Groseclose said:
Greeks do not tip a lot. Basically, whatever change you get, you leave for the server, however, we always tip when out, just not as much as in the States.
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Yeah my friends do exactly that. It's usually a few euros
 
I find that Greece is similar to most of Europe. I round up a bit. So if the bill came to 18 Euro, I'd like leave a 20 Euro bill and tell them to keep the change. 10% is a good benchmark, too, if you're in doubt. However, rounding up is more than adequate. I try to use cash whenever possible because it's much easier to round up and tell them to keep the change if I just put the money in their hand.
 
Tipping is not required in Greece, but Greeks will sometimes tip 1-2 euro if anything.
 
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