St. Petersburg - Post Report Question and Answers
Are credit cards widely accepted and safe to use locally? Are ATMs common and do you recommend using them? Are they safe to use?
Cards are accepted. We don't use them that often just at major retailers. We find it easier to use cash (as long as you have exact change!). - Apr 2017
You'll want the credit card with the chip. Most places/ATMs wont accept one without it. Mostly we paid in cash. - Feb 2016
I have not used an ATM card in town - I cash a check at work, but people do use ATM cards. You have to be careful which machines you use. It is ok to use credit cards at larger department stores, restaurants and grocery stores, but I wouldn't advise using them to the same extent they are used in the US. - Aug 2011
