Milan is one of the most beloved and visited cities in Italy. The economic capital of the country, it is a city known worldwide for fashion, design and innovation. A trip to Milan is an ideal opportunity to get up close and personal with Italian style.
Are you coming from abroad and heading to Milan? Do you live in Milan, but are about to leave for a trip abroad? Some tips on currency exchange in Milan, let’s see how and where to change money safely and with convenient exchange rates.
The current currency in Milan: the euro
Since 2002, Italy has adopted the euro (€) as its currency. From the birth of the Italian state in 1861 until 2002, Italy’s official currency was the Italian lira (₤). With the introduction of the euro, this currency permanently ceased to be a legal tender. Today the only currency accepted for payments in Italy is the euro. This currency is accepted in all Eurozone countries. The euro is the currency of 20 European Union member states, namely Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Croatia, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia and Spain.
Can you pay with an international credit card in Milan?
Milan’s commercial establishments guarantee the possibility of paying with an international credit card. In any case, in various contexts owning cash could prove to be of great use, especially when small expenses need to be made, or when unexpected eventualities need to be dealt with. Where to exchange foreign currency for euros in Milan? Let’s see it together.
How to manage the exchange of foreign currency into euros?
Before going on a trip, it is good to define the management of your finances. Allocate a precise budget to devote to your trip, quantifying how much money to take with you in cash. In this regard, it is worthwhile to book currency exchange before departure, so that you arrive in Italy with a few euros in cash already on hand. Moreover, changing currency days in advance allows you to take advantage of cheaper exchange rates. Exchange rates fluctuate constantly, so it is good to find out about their changes and the fees charged by money changers. It is important to compare the actual exchange rate with what is offered by agencies. To take advantage of a secure service and a transparent exchange rate in Milan, find out where to find Forexchange branches.
Milan FS CENTRAL
Milan Central Station
Opening hours: 7:45 a.m. to 9 p.m., 7 days a week
You can find us inside the station, near the station side entrance Piazza IV Novembre, in front of the escalators.
Milan Central Station FS DORIA
Milan Central Station
Opening hours: 9.30 am to 4 pm, 7 days a week
Our branch is located inside the station, at the entrance on the Taxi station side, next to the steps near the Motta bar.
Milan F.S. Box 2
F.S. Centrale railway station
Opening hours: 08:00 to 20:45, 7 days a week
Forexchange office is located inside the Railway Station, on the mezzanine floor, between “A Bar” and “Tally Weijl” store. On the station map, we are location A30.
Milan Piazza Luigi di Savoia
Piazza Luigi di Savoia 2
Opening hours: from 08:15 to 19.45, 7 days a week
We are located near the Railway Station, in front of the cab stand, between the restaurant “Giglio Rosso” and No. 2, near the hotel “Michelangelo”.
Milan Linate
Milan Linate – Landside Departures Linate Airport Departures
Opening hours: 05:30 to 21:00, 7 days a week
The Forexchange branch is located in the Landside area, before the security checkpoint, on the second floor. You will find us right away by entering door number 3 next to the pharmacy.
Milan Linate Airport – Land Side Arrivals
Linate Airport Arrivals
Opening hours: 08:15 to 19:45, 7 days a week
You can find us on the ground floor, arrivals area, in front of the bar and door #6.
Milan Malpensa
Milan Malpensa – Term. 1 Air Side Departures Milan Malpensa Airport
Opening hours: 5:00 am to 8:00 pm, 7 days a week.
Forexchange office is located at Terminal 1, on the second floor Embarkations, to the right of the access stairs. The area is accessible only to ticketed passengers.
Milan Mercanti
Piazza dei Mercanti #3
Opening hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 days a week
Forexchange branch is located at the corner of Via Mercanti and Piazza del Duomo, next to the “DUOMO” bar.
Visit one of our Milan locations, our staff is waiting for you. Discover all Forexchange services, not only currency exchange services, but also Audio guides, travel eSims, insurances, Forexchange Experiences, Trenitalia tickets, and more. Discover the soul of Milan with the red Hop on Hop off bus. Book your tour now and discover all the most beautiful places in Milan!
Photo Credits:
165106, Pixabay