Tour guides · Germany

How much should you tip a tour guide in Germany?

Guided tours in Berlin, Munich and the Rhine valley are commonly tipped €5–10 per person for a half or full day. Berlin has a very large free walking tour scene where the guide's entire income is the tip — €5–10 per person is the fair range.

Cash or card?

Card is now widely accepted but cash remains common. When paying by card, state the total including the tip before the server enters the amount.

Common questions

How much should you tip a tour guide in Germany?

€5–10 per person for a good tour. Guided tours in Berlin, Munich and the Rhine valley are commonly tipped €5–10 per person for a half or full day. Berlin has a very large free walking tour scene where the guide's entire income is the tip — €5–10 per person is the fair range.

How much should you tip tour guides in Germany?

€5–10 per person. €5–10 per person for a good tour.

Can you tip by card in Germany?

Card is now widely accepted but cash remains common. When paying by card, state the total including the tip before the server enters the amount.

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