
Don’t forget to buy Dominican Pesos before your trip
Are you planning a trip to the Dominican Republic? What a fantastic destination choice! Before you jet off to this tropical paradise to relax on white sandy beaches and sip cocktails, it's essential to plan your budget in advance using the official currency, the Dominican Republic Peso. Cash is predominantly used for transactions there, so it's important to bring enough with you for purchases at local markets, transportation, tipping, and emergencies. Exchange your Euros to Dominican Pesos in advance on our website to secure the best rates with 0% commission before your flight, ensuring you're fully prepared for your trip.
Practical tips for planning your budget
You can budget your accommodation around 4000 DOP per day, 400 per meal per person at a mid range restaurant and 1680 for a good one. Public transport would cost you 56 - 280 DOP per trip whereas car rental would be around 1,680 - 2,800 DOP per day. For entrance fees and tours count 1,120 - 2,800 DOP per activity.
3760 DOP
Average cost of a one night stay
2000 DOP
Average food budget per person per day

Good to know
Some price indications in Dominican Republic
30 DOP
Public transport ticket
103 DOP
Cup of coffee
2999 DOP
Admission to Ocean World Adventure Park
350 DOP
Sancocho dish
200 DOP
Taxi ride
150 DOP
Entrance to the Puerto Plata Amber Museum

Tips for your trip
- For nature lovers, the Dominican Republic is a paradise, as the island offers stunning long sandy beaches, tropical rainforests and mangrove trees. Also explore the underwater world and go snorkeling or diving among colorful fish and coral, or explore exciting caves.
- Puerto Plata is the largest city on the island's north coast. Attractions include the Ocean World Adventure theme park and the Amber Museum, where Steven Spielberg is said to have gotten the idea for the film Jurassic Park.
- Dance salsa, merengue and bachata. In the Dominican Republic, everyone dances to the Latin rhythms that play on dance floors and in bars all over the island.
- Discover the flavors of the local cuisine. Try some of the local specialties, which include fresh fruits and tropical flavors. You will also find many international restaurants here.
- If you're looking for an active vacation, the Dominican Republic is the perfect destination - here you'll find action-packed activities on the sea, the beach, and on land, such as kitesurfing, windsurfing, golf, or rafting.
Information about the Dominican Peso (DOP)

The denominations of the Dominican Republic peso are:
Notes: $20, $50, $100, $200, $500, $1000, and $2000
Coins: $1, $5, $10, and $25
The currency of the Dominican Republic is the peso, which has been in use as a means of payment in the country since 1844. The symbol used for the currency is “$”, or “RD$”.


The peso was first introduced in the country upon independence (from Haiti) in 1844. At that time, the peso replaced the Haitian gourde as a means of payment, at par. In a 2011 reform, the previous currency name “peso oro” was officially changed to “pesos dominicanos”.

Why exchange Dominican Republic pesos (DOP) with ChangeGroup?
ChangeGroup is a market leader in currency exchange with over 30 years of experience. The company was founded in 1992. In Finland, ChangeGroup operates a comprehensive Travel Money Online service and 6 offices with good transport connections. ChangeGroup offers you attractive rates when you exchange euros for Dominican Republic pesos (eur-mur). If you buy your travel money before you leave on our website, you can benefit from even better rates and 0% commission. If you have excess currency after your trip, thanks to ChangeGroup's buy-back guarantee, you can exchange your remaining currency back into euros at the same purchase price.
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