Tipping in Spain
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Last reviewed · Jul 2026Sources & methodology
Tipping is optional in Spain. Small change or rounding up is most common, with slightly larger tips only in sit-down restaurants for very good service.
Rounding commonQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Service is already included in the price
+Sit-down restaurants may leave a little more for very good service
−Casual bars and menus del dia often just round up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Spain
•Round up or leave small cash for good service
•If paying by card, ask to add the tip before paying
•Do not feel pressured to leave a percentage
Quick tips
Service is included in Spain
Rounding up is more common than percentage tipping
Large tips are unusual
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up or 5-10%
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR
Tour guides5-10 EUR
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
Airport Services1-2 EUR
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Spain
Sources & methodology
We cross-check tipping guidance across multiple independent sources, with local and official sources prioritized where available.
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