There is not a strong tradition of tipping in Greece, particularly among the locals, but it's become expected that tourists leave a small tip while travelling through the country. In restaurants it's common to leave a cash tip for whoever is looking after you – 10–15 per cent is standard.
Who should I tip in Greece?
Always give your tip directly to the person you want it to go to or you can leave it on the table. Waiter: 5-10% of the bill for fair to good service. More is always appreciated but not required. Taxi Driver: Round up to the nearest Euro.
How much do you tip servers in Greece?
If no fee is added (often the case), it is customary to tip around 10% of your final bill if you feel the service was worthy of a tip. Give the waiter the tip amount in cash, as some owners don't allow their staff to keep their tips. You could also tell your waiter to keep the change as you pay.
Do you tip waiters in Athens?
What are 5 facts about Athens?
Here are 10 fun facts about Athens, Greece that you might not already know:
- It's Europe's oldest capital city. …
- The ancient Olympic games were never actually held there. …
- It was the birthplace of democracy. …
- The marathon was named after a long run to Athens in 490 B.C. …
- It was the first European Capital of Culture.
How do I get waiters attention in Greece?
Normally, to get the waiter's attention you can just raise your hand and simply say Συγγνώμη! (Signómi!)
How much does it cost to get into the Acropolis?
The admission for the Acropolis is: 20€ for the adults from April 01 to October 31. 10€ for the adults from November 01 to March 31. Free for children up to 18 years old (with valid ID or passport) and students from EU countries (with valid student ID) all year-round.