The official Argentine currency is the Peso. There are notes of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 pesos and coins of 1, 2 and 5 pesos, and 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50 centavos. US Dollars and Euros are generally taken most places in Argentina and American Express, VISA, Diners and MasterCard are also widely accepted in major cities. Travelers checks can be difficult to use in Argentina. Withdrawing money electronically from ATMs appears to be the safest and easiest way to acquire the local currency.
With the recent devaluation of the Argentine Peso, travelers are finding it a more affordable place to visit but should keep watch on the exchange rate for fluctuations.
With the recent devaluation of the Argentine Peso, travelers are finding it a more affordable place to visit but should keep watch on the exchange rate for fluctuations.
