Best place to convert Euros to US dollars in San Francisco [closed]

Is there any place (easily accessible by someone without a car) to exchange Euros to US dollars in San Francisco other than in the airport?

For example, when I was in Lugano, Switzerland, it was far better for me to exchange the money in Taleda (if I remember correctly the name) which was in the city centre, than in the airport. The gain was significant.

Best Answer

San Francisco is the major financial center for US-Pacific trade and the many bank branches will exchange your Euros. There's an exchange booth in one of the largest downtown shopping malls (other locations mentioned; I am not affiliated with that link). The problem is that exchange rates are terrible everywhere in the United States. I don't even get a good rate as a relatively high net-worth customer on wire transactions at my regular bank, much less as a tourist walking up.

Your best bet is using your own debit card in an ATM. California used to prohibit ATM fees for ex-USA credit cards. This is no longer true, but some banks will not charge you anyway. (What your home bank does is up to them.) Your second-best bet, depending on risk tolerance for pickpockets, is to get USD in your own country.

Pictures about "Best place to convert Euros to US dollars in San Francisco [closed]"

Best place to convert Euros to US dollars in San Francisco [closed] - Gold and Silver Round Coins

Best place to convert Euros to US dollars in San Francisco [closed] - Person Holding Silver Round Coins

Quick Answer about "Best place to convert Euros to US dollars in San Francisco [closed]"

Currency World USA. 20.3 mi. ...
Currency Exchange International. 2.2 mi. ...
Heng Long Foreign Exchange. 2.9 mi. ...
Wells Fargo Bank. 2.2 mi. ...
Currency Exchange International. 11.8 mi. ...
Bank of America Financial Center. 2.2 mi. ...
Travelex Currency Services. ...
Heng Long Foreign Exchange.

Where can I exchange euros for US dollars?

Local banks and credit unions usually offer the best rates. Major banks, such as Chase or Bank of America, offer the added benefit of having ATMs overseas. Online bureaus or currency converters, such as Travelex, provide convenient foreign exchange services.

Can you convert euros to dollars at the bank?

Credit unions and banks will exchange your dollars into a foreign currency before and after your trip when you have a checking or savings account with them. You won't face trying to spend your remaining euros before the end of your trip and can convert them back to dollars when you get home.

Does Wells Fargo exchange foreign currency?

As you start your trip, having local currency on hand lets you easily cover immediate expenses without needing to hunt down a currency exchange office. On your return, we can often buy back unused foreign currency cash at a Wells Fargo branch. We offer more than 70 currencies available for use in over 100 countries.

Can I exchange euros to dollars at Chase Bank?

Chase Bank buys and sells foreign currency at the mid-market exchange rate, which is the exchange rate you'll find on any given day via Google or Reuters. However, like most banks, Chase sells foreign currency to customers with a margin added onto the exchange rate.

Best \u0026 Worst Places to Exchange Foreign Currency on Vacation

Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.

Images: Markus Spiske, cottonbro, cottonbro, cottonbro