Prague is one of Europe's most visited cities, and tipping culture here sits comfortably in the middle — you're expected to tip more than in Japan, less than in the US. Here's exactly what's normal.
In the Czech Republic — especially Prague — the norm is to round up the bill or leave 10% at restaurants. Unlike the US where 20% is the standard, Czechs and most European visitors leave 10% for good service, or round up to a convenient number.
| Situation | Tip Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant (Prague tourist area) | 10% | Standard |
| Restaurant (local / residential area) | Round up | Less tourist-oriented |
| Café / coffee | Round up | Leave small coins |
| Pub / bar (per drink) | Round up | 5–10 CZK is typical |
| Taxi | Round up or 10% | Tell them the amount when paying |
| Hotel housekeeper | 50–100 CZK/day | ~$2–4. Leave daily. |
| Hotel bellhop | 50 CZK per bag | ~$2 |
| Tour guide (2–3 hours) | 100–200 CZK | ~$4–8 per person |
💡 Currency note 2026: 1 USD ≈ 23–24 CZK. 100 CZK is about $4.20. The Czech Republic uses the Czech Koruna — not the Euro, even though it's in the EU. Many tourist businesses in Prague accept EUR, but you'll often get a bad exchange rate doing so.
The most common way to tip is to tell the server the total you want to pay when you hand over cash. If your bill is 380 CZK and you want to leave a 10% tip, say "400" when you hand over your notes — the server keeps the change. This is the standard local method and far more natural than leaving coins on the table.
Yes — 10% is standard in tourist areas and Prague restaurants. Rounding up the bill is the typical approach at cafes and pubs. Leaving 20% US-style is excessive and unusual.
When paying cash, tell the server the total you want to pay. If your bill is 380 CZK and you want to tip, say '400' — they keep the change. This is the standard local method.
Many Prague tourist businesses accept euros, but you'll often get a poor exchange rate. Czech Koruna (CZK) is always preferred and more practical for tipping.
100–200 CZK ($4–8) per person for a 2–3 hour walking tour is standard. For a full-day private guide, 300–500 CZK per person is generous.
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