Money & etiquette
How much should you tip in Marrakech?
- Restaurants
- 5–10% / round up
- Guides
- 100–200 MAD half-day
- Drivers
- 50–100 MAD / day
- Porters
- 10–20 MAD
Quick answer
Tipping in Marrakech is expected but modest: round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants, a few dirham at cafés, 100–200 MAD for a half-day guide, 50–100 MAD for a driver on a day trip, and 10–20 MAD for porters. Keep coins and small notes handy, as tipping happens constantly in small ways.
Who to tip, and how much
Tipping (pourboire) is woven into daily life but the sums are small. In restaurants, round up or leave 5–10% in cash if service isn't included; at cafés and stalls, a few dirham of coins. Tip riad staff on departure — a note into the shared box for a few nights' care. For a half-day guide, 100–200 MAD per group is generous; for a day-trip driver, 50–100 MAD; for porters and bag help, 10–20 MAD; and keep a couple of dirham for toilet attendants.
Practical tipping tips
Carry a stash of small notes and coins — you'll tip constantly in tiny amounts, and no one has change for a 200 MAD note when you owe 10. Tip in cash and in dirham. Generous tipping isn't expected, but small, consistent tips for good service are appreciated and are part of how many people in tourism make their living. See our full money and tipping guide for the complete breakdown.
Related questions
Do you tip taxi drivers in Marrakech?
Rounding up the fare is normal and appreciated for city petit taxis rather than a set percentage. For a private driver on a day trip, tip 50–100 MAD depending on the length and service.
How much do you tip a tour guide in Marrakech?
Around 100–200 MAD per group for a half-day guided walk, and more for a full private day you really enjoyed. It's on top of the tour price and given in cash at the end.
Should you tip in restaurants in Marrakech?
Yes — round up or leave about 5–10% in cash if a service charge isn't already included. At casual cafés and street stalls, a few dirham of coins is fine.