Is Lira and euro the same?

It is the current currency of Turkey and also the local name of the currencies of Lebanon and of Syria. It is the former currency of Italy, Malta, San Marino and Vatican City, all of which were replaced with the euro in 2002 except for Malta in 2008, and of Israel, which replaced it with the old shekel in 1980.

Is it better to take Turkish lira or euros?

It is against the law in Turkey to refuse to take Lira. So best to use it. If you have Euros you want to spend. The Airport Shops sell in Euros.

Is Euro accepted in Turkey?

Turkey isn’t in the Euro Zone by any stretch of imagination. Traders will accept Euros, US Dollars, GB Sterling etc but generally to their advantage not yours. Bring any left over Euro with you but change most money here in Turkey as you get a more favourable exchange rate on any given day. Exchange for Turkish Lira.

What is the best money to take to Turkey?

Turkish Lira
what is the best currency to take? Always Turkish Lira. There are DOVIS cash exchanges, or the post offices (yellow PTT signs) but forget banks to change money – they may charge you a higher rate of commision. Most jewellers will change to Lira for you.

Is lira still valid currency?

In 2002 the lira ceased to be legal tender in Italy after the euro, the European Union’s monetary unit, became the country’s sole currency.

How much should I take to Turkey for 1 week?

Past travelers have spent, on average, TRY135 ($8.51) on meals for one day and TRY67 ($4.18) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Turkey for a couple is TRY346 ($22). So, a trip to Turkey for two people for one week costs on average TRY6,077 ($382).

How much Lira should I take to Turkey for a week?

I usually recommend 100 USD or 100 EURO per day/per person to be on the safe side… 9.

How much do you need for a week in Turkey?

Can Italian Lira be exchanged for euros?

On 22 January 2016, the Bank of Italy branches open to the public began to make lira-euro exchanges, in compliance with the instructions issued by the MEF. Some 267 exchanges were made from 22 January 2016 to 29 April 2022, for a total of €2.708.