Don't bring any more cash with you than you'd normally carry with you in your own country on a daily basis. Bear in mind the increased pickpocketing risk for a tourist in Rome. When you get to the airport, get one or two hundred euros out of one of the ATMs in the baggage hall just in case (they don't charge fees).
How much cash is allowed in Italy?
This means that it is possible to pay in cash sums up to € 4,999.99 and that beyond this threshold, if you pay in cash, you will incur sanctions (from € 3,000 up to € 50,000). Transactions above this amount must be made using electronic means such as a bank transfer or debit or credit card.
How much cash do I bring to Italy?
How much cash should I take with me to Europe?
It all depends on where you're going and what you plan to do during your trip. As you can see from our travel costs table above, some European cities are cheaper or more expensive than others. As a general rule, though, it's a good idea to budget at least $100 a day for your vacation.
Should I exchange money before I travel to Italy?
Resist the urge to buy foreign currency before your trip.Some tourists feel like they just have to have euros or British pounds in their pockets when they step off the airplane, but they pay the price in bad stateside exchange rates. Wait until you arrive to withdraw money.