Venice, Italy, uses the euro (€) as its official currency, just like the rest of the country. Euro bills come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500, while coins are available in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cent denominations as well as 1 and 2 euro denominations. It is advisable for travelers to carry a mix of cash and cards. Many stores accept major credit cards, but smaller establishments may prefer cash.