Hello all,
We will be in Vienna, Austria just 4 full days. I would much prefer to use our credit card and not be left with Euros(probably not a surprise to most). Our next stop is Switzerland for a week - so Swiss francs. Is it possible to get by on credit cards or what do you suggest for a minimum ATM cash withdrawal? I know that St Stephens Cathedral requires cash unless buying the combo ticket - which we do not want.
Many thanks!!
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23785 posts
You can get by nearly 100 % of the time with credit cards. And it gets easier every year. BUT I always have few Euro in pocket just in case the credit card system is down. and sometimes easier to use cash. I am just more comfortable with a few Euro in pocket.
Posted by
OP
111 posts
Thank you Frank for the reply. We will be arriving by train - do you recommend just use the ATM at the train station? Again, thank you!
Posted by
Bend, Oregon
2749 posts
My biggest concern would be having some coins for restrooms. I would just stop at an atm and withdraw €40. Buy a coffee or pastry and get some change. I guarantee you’ll spend €40 in 4 days. If you still have cash on the last day, buy a snack for the train.
Posted by
OP
111 posts
good point!! @ travel4fun! Thank you:)
Posted by
2438 posts
My biggest concern would be having some coins for restrooms.
Even some restrooms accept credit cards already.
Posted by
Arctophilia, Northamptonshire, England
34921 posts
you can certainly manage quite happily in Switzerland cash free. I always do.