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💲Our detailed guide to tipping in Mexico City

Tipping when traveling is confusing. Here's how much to leave servers, guides, and massage therapists in Mexico City, plus why you should tip at the grocery store.

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Stephanie Thurrott
Aug 31, 2025
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Tipping is part of the culture in Mexico City like it is in the United States. But the customs and norms aren’t the same.

We want to be respectful travelers, and we know that under-tipping can keep someone from earning a fair wage. But over-tipping can mean you spend too much on your trip, and can seem insulting.

This guide can help you get it right.

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