Currency in Peru
- Currency
- Peruvian Sol (PEN)
- Symbol
- S/
- ATM availability
- ATMs are common in cities and tourist hubs like Cusco; they dispense soles and sometimes dollars. Withdraw by day.
- Card acceptance
- Cards are accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops in tourist areas, but cash is essential in markets and small towns.
Overview
Peru uses the sol, a relatively stable currency; US dollars are accepted for some tours and hotels.
Exchange tips
Exchange at casas de cambio in cities for good rates; use clean, undamaged US-dollar notes, as torn bills are often refused.
Notes
Carry small soles notes for taxis, markets and tips, and keep cash for the Sacred Valley and rural regions.