Tipping in San Marino
EURLast reviewed · Feb 2026
Tipping is not compulsory in San Marino, and customs are broadly similar to nearby Italy. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving a small extra is common, while around 10% is mainly for notably good service.
Rounding commonMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+Customs are similar to Italy
+Around 10% is mainly for very good service
+Check the bill for any listed service or cover charge first
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in San Marino
•Follow the same modest approach used in Italy
•Round up in everyday situations and leave more only for standout service
•Use EUR cash for small direct tips
Quick tips
Tipping is optional in San Marino
Restaurant tips are modest, not automatic
Round-ups are more common than fixed percentages
Other situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up or small tip
Spa & MassageRound up or small tip
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR
Tour guides5-10 EUR
Valet ParkingNot expected
Airport ServicesNot expected
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in San Marino
Tipping Terms Glossary
- Service charge
- A mandatory fee added to the bill by the establishment, separate from optional tips.
- Round up
- To increase the total bill amount to the nearest convenient whole number or denomination.
- Exceptional service
- Service that exceeds standard expectations, often warranting a higher tip percentage or amount.
- Cash preferred
- A preference for cash tips over card tips, often because card tips may not reach staff directly.