Where can I exchange currency in Chengdu?

You have several good options for exchanging currency in Chengdu:

✈️ Airport (Recommended)
- Best place to exchange when you first arrive
- Open 24/7 when flights are arriving
- Rates are fair, no huge markup
- Get enough cash for your first couple days

🏨 Your Hotel
- Most hotels can exchange currency for guests
- Rates are similar to banks
- Convenient if you need more cash

🏦 Bank Branches
- Major banks like Bank of China exchange currency
- Bring your passport
- Rates are the best available
- Open normal banking hours (usually 9AM-5PM)

🏧 ATMs
- This is actually the easiest way
- Most ATMs accept international cards
- You withdraw Chinese cash directly from your account
- You get the best exchange rate this way
- Just check your bank's foreign withdrawal fees

💱 What you should know:
- You need your passport for any currency exchange
- Black market exchange is illegal, don't use it
- Credit cards work almost everywhere now
- Carry 500-1000 RMB in cash for small vendors

The easiest approach is to withdraw cash from an ATM when you need it - this gives you the best rate and is very convenient.