How Does Tipping Work in Morocco?
Last verified: 2025-06 · Middle East
1The Quick Answer
Tipping is expected and culturally embedded in Morocco — budget 10% at restaurants and 10-20 MAD for guides and hotel staff.
2What You Need to Know
Tipping is not optional in Morocco; it is a genuine part of daily economic life and locals depend on it. Aim for around 10% at restaurants, round up taxi fares rather than expecting change, and tip hotel porters, riad staff, hammam attendants, and tour guides 10-20 MAD as a minimum. For multi-day guided tours, 50-100 MAD per day per guide is appropriate. If a local helps you find your riad or gives unsolicited directions, a small tip of 5-10 MAD is expected.
3Practical Tips
Practical Tips
- 1Keep a supply of small denomination MAD coins and notes specifically for tipping — you will use them constantly throughout the day.
- 2For guided tours in Marrakech or Fes medinas, tip your guide at least 50 MAD per half day as a baseline; guides earn most of their income from tips.
- 3Always tip the parking attendant (gardien) 2-5 MAD when collecting your car — they are semi-official and skipping the tip causes friction.
How does this compare?
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