Tipping in Norway is generally not as customary or expected as it is in some other countries. However, it is appreciated when offered. The culture around tipping in Norway is relaxed, and service charges are often included in the bill, particularly in restaurants and hotels.
In restaurants, tipping is not obligatory, but if you’ve had excellent service, it is common to round up the bill or leave a small tip of around 5-10%. For example, if your bill is 485 NOK, you might round up to 500 NOK.
In high-end hotels, you might tip the bellboy who helps with your luggage, usually around 10-20 NOK per bag. Housekeeping staff may also appreciate a small tip, but it’s not expected.
Rounding up the fare for a taxi ride is appreciated but not necessary. For instance, if your fare is 185 NOK, you might round it up to 200 NOK.
It’s not common to tip at bars or cafes, but if you receive exceptional service, rounding up the bill or leaving some small change is a nice gesture.
If you’re on a guided tour and the guide has done a particularly good job, it’s common to tip around 50-100 NOK per person at the end of the tour.
In general, tipping in Norway is more of a way to show appreciation for exceptional service rather than a requirement. The focus is on quality of service rather than the expectation of a tip.
A tip of around 5-10% is appreciated but not mandatory