Do I need cash CHF for a weekend in Zurich?

1/11/2017 12:49:21 PM

You will be able to get by with credit card + Euros. However, you may run into situations where Swiss cash may be needed, so when in doubt, ask. Note that you’ll be able to pull CHF out of ATMs with the Maestro card/credit card if needed. Most of my recent experiences are from living in a different Swiss city, but I have been in exactly your situation myself when visiting Switzerland while living abroad. I cannot speak for Maestro, as I’ve never used that.

  • Public transport: No problem, you can pay with credit card at the ticket machines. Note that return public transport tickets within the canton of Zurich are valid for 24h, so you may only ever have to buy two tickets for a week-end.
  • Taxis: Ask before you get on. Nowadays most taxis will take credit card, but not all of them.
  • Restaurants: Most restaurants, especially fancier ones, take credit card, but there are some smaller/alternative places that don’t. Check for the credit card sticker when you go in. Don’t expect to be able to pay by card at a food stall.
  • Shops: Supermarkets and fancier shops will all take credit cards, and they will usually take Euros at 1:1 at least (returning change in CHF). Again, some smaller/alternative stores may not be equipped for credit cards, and there may be a minimum charge before they accept credit cards.
1/7/2017 5:54:17 PM

You should be able to get by with a credit card. That being said, it is always a good idea to have some local currency on hand for emergency use.

See here for more details directly from the Swiss tourism website. It does mention taxis, specifically, as requiring cash.

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