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Tipping in United States
Customary: 15%–25%. 18–20% at restaurants. Staff are paid on the assumption you tip.
At restaurants
What is customary: A share of the bill, at any size
Worked example
On a $50.00 bill, 15% is $7.50, so you would hand over $57.50.
Tour guides
On a “free” walking tour, the tip is the fare: about $20.00 per person.
On a paid tour, 15%–20% of the price on top.
Guiding is a tipped job here on the same terms as waiting tables — the tip is most of the wage, on a free tour and a paid one alike.
The money
United States uses the US Dollar (USD).
Tipping in other countries
Customs vary by region, by venue and over time. Use your judgement and your eyes.