Can I pay taxis in Monaco in cash?

From my personal experience, you can definitely pay by card in Monaco taxis, but don’t assume it’s guaranteed every single ride. The machines work most of the time, but I’ve heard of drivers preferring cash for shorter trips. Monaco is small, so you won’t take many taxis anyway, but I’d carry around €20-30 in notes just in case. It’s a very card-friendly destination overall, so you’ll be fine relying mostly on your card, but backup cash avoids awkward moments.

I’ve taken taxis in Monaco twice, and both times cards worked fine. Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywhere, and drivers often encourage card use because it’s easier for accounting. I wouldn’t worry too much about cash unless you just prefer to carry some euros. Honestly, it’s a very high-end environment, so refusing cards would be unusual. Still, if your trip involves crossing to Nice or Menton, carry some cash because taxis outside Monaco can be less predictable.

Monaco is very modern, and taxis are no exception. I stayed near Port Hercule and used taxis for short hops, paying by card each time without a hitch. Contactless payments were smooth, and most drivers seemed used to tourists who prefer not to deal with cash. That said, taxi fares in Monaco are pricey, so if you do carry cash, keep it in smaller denominations. Overall, you won’t struggle with card payments, but I never rely 100% on one method abroad.

When I was in Monaco, nearly every taxi I used accepted card payments. Drivers had working terminals, and tapping my card or phone was no problem at all. However, one night after leaving Monte Carlo Casino, a driver said his machine was “out of service” and only wanted euros. Luckily, I had some small cash, so it wasn’t a big deal. I’d say cards are widely used, but just like in France, sometimes the machines “mysteriously” don’t work, so having a little cash handy is smart.