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Exchange money there or bring TL with me?
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Hello,
My friend and I are visiting Turkey, starting with Istanbul, in a couple weeks (both 30F). I’ve been told it’s best to use TL everywhere, is this true? If so, do you recommend I exchange at my bank here (from CAD) or exchange there? And if there, where are the best places to exchange with the best rates?
Also we plan to use public transit everywhere given the potential of getting scammed through taxis/uber. Open to any other recommendations to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip. Thank you so much!
Top Comment: I'd try to use your card as much as possible and change some play money to cover all the little stuff. I exchanged €100 and got given a slab of cash about 1 inch thick which got a little awkward trying to keep hidden until I got to the hotel.