How does tipping work in Santorini?
Tipping in Santorini follows Greek norms rather than American ones: it is appreciated but never expected, and no one will chase you down or guilt you at the terminal. At sit-down restaurants, rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is standard; at a taverna in Pyrgos or a seafood spot down in Ammoudi Bay, leaving a few euros on the table is more than sufficient. Cafes and casual spots require nothing beyond rounding up spare change. Hotel housekeeping responds well to one or two euros left daily rather than a lump sum at checkout, and taxi drivers are happy with a rounded-up fare. Tour guides who lead private excursions typically receive 10-15% of the tour cost if the experience was solid. Card payments are now universal across the island, but tips in cash land better since many venues don't pass card gratuities to staff. Carry small bills.
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