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Vadálló-kövek,Visegrád Hills,Walk 29

Money

The Hungarian currency is the forint and can be obtained from a few travel agents in countries of the European Union, but take some cash and travellers’ cheques. Exchanging money in Hungary is usually commission-free, but exchange booths at international arrival points always have a poor rate. Ignore approaches from the illegal money-dealers. Hotels and banks also offer poor rates, so shop around the dozens of exchange booths in central Budapest for the best deal. Instant access to cash is easy for holders of ATM or credit cards as cash dispensing machines can be found in cities and larger towns (but not in villages). Internationally recognised cards are acceptable, and machines in Hungary have an English-language option on the display screen. Bear in mind that every time you make a withdrawal your bank back home will probably charge you a transaction fee based on a percentage of the amount withdrawn. Credit cards are accepted in most shops and restaurants in Budapest and other tourist destinations. Credit card fraud is present but probably no higher than any other European country.