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Tipping in Greece 💰

How much do you tip in Greece? Compact guidelines plus an interactive calculator with live currency conversion — for restaurants, taxis and guides.

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The rules at a glance

Situation	Tip	Note
🍽 Restaurant	5–10 %	–
🚕 Taxi	0–5 %	Round up
🧭 Guide	5–10 %	–

Usual tipping currency on the ground: EUR (Euro).

When to tip in Greece

In Greece, tipping is customary and appreciated. At restaurants the norm is around 5–10 % of the bill; for taxis 0–5 %, and for guides 5–10 %. Check your bill for an existing service charge — if included, you can give nothing extra or just a small amount.

How to pay a tip in Greece

Easiest in cash and in EUR (Euro), small change ready before you head ashore. Cards work in many restaurants too — add the tip to the amount or write it on the slip. In many countries small notes are more appreciated than large ones.

Tip calculator

Basis: In Europe and most countries, tips are calculated on the total bill including VAT/service. In the USA, it is common to tip on the pre-tax amount — simply enter the pre-tax subtotal there.

Conversion uses live ECB rates (with fallback). Values are guidelines only, without guarantee.

Frequently asked

How much do you tip in Greece at a restaurant?
Rule of thumb: 5–10 %

Do you tip taxi drivers in Greece?
Rule of thumb: 0–5 %.

Which currency should I use for tips in Greece?
Easiest in EUR (Euro) – have small change ready before you leave the ship.

Cruise ports in Greece

In Greece, cruise ships call at 21 ports — from Agios Nikolaos (Kreta) to Zakynthos. Tipping rules apply everywhere the same way; prices on the ground can vary slightly per port.

Agios Nikolaos (Kreta)

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Argostoli (Kefalonia)

Berth near the centre – the Lithostroto shopping street is walkable.

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Chania/Souda (Kreta)

Berth in Souda Bay – bus or taxi to the old town of Chania about 7 km away.

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Gythio

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Heraklion (Kreta)

Berth in the commercial harbour – shuttle or about a 20–25 minute walk into the centre, Knossos by bus.

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Itea (Delphi)

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Kalamata

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Katakolon (Olympia)

Small pier right by the village – to Olympia by excursion coach or train (about 30–45 minutes).

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Korfu

Cruise terminal west of the old town – shuttle or about 30 minutes on foot.

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Kos

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Milos

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Mykonos

New port of Tourlos – shuttle bus, sea bus or about a 30 minute walk to Mykonos Town.

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Nafplio

Tender port – the boats land right on the old town promenade.

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Patmos

Berth or tender pier in Skala – up to the Monastery of St John by bus or taxi.

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Piräus (Athen)

From the cruise terminal a shuttle or a 20–30 min walk to Piraeus metro station; metro line 1 to Monastiraki about 25 min.

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Rhodos

Berth right in front of the medieval old town – entry through the Sea Gate.

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Santorin

Tender port below Fira – up by cable car, on foot or by donkey.

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Syros (Ermoupoli)

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Thessaloniki

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Volos

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Zakynthos

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Sources and freshness

Values from common travel practice, cross-checked with country guides and travel publications. Last updated: 2026-09-08. All values are guidelines only, without warranty.

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