How much should you tip? When tipping serving staff, Austrians normally add 5% to 15% to the bill so it's rounded up to a convenient number. If the bill is 9 Euro, maybe round up to 10. If it's 25, round up to 28.

Tipping in Austria is common but generally more discreet and less "performative" than in the United States. In 2026, the standard practice in restaurants and cafes is to tip between 5% and 10% of the total bill. Unlike the U.S., where tips are often calculated as a precise percentage on top of the bill, Austrians often use the "rounding up" method. For example, if your bill is €17.40, you might hand the waiter a €20 note and say "Stimmt so" (keep the change) or simply state the rounded figure you wish to pay, like "eighteen euros." For taxi drivers and tour guides, a 10% tip is standard. In hotels, leaving €1 to €2 per day for the housekeeping staff is appreciated. While credit cards are widely accepted, it is always a good idea to carry small Euro notes or coins for tipping, as many card terminals in smaller establishments still do not have a dedicated "tip" prompt during the payment process.