Tipping in Switzerland
Bottom line
Optional and modest. Round up or leave loose change for exceptional service.
Tipping at a glance
Restaurants (sit-down)
Service included
Service is included by law since 1974. Round up only for excellent service (a few CHF).
Taxis / rideshare
Round up
Hotel housekeeping
CHF 1-2/day
Hotel porter / bag handler
CHF 2/bag
Bars & cafés
Round up
Cultural context
Switzerland is the strictest 'no tip needed' culture in Europe. Don't expect change requests for tipping — wait staff are paid well.