Taxis

Taxis are an easy and affordable way to get around the city. They all run on meters so you know you are getting a fair deal (almost always) and most drivers are friendly and helpful when you can’t pronounce “Eixample” in the least bit accurately. From the airport it is normal to add on a charge for baggage so don’t be surprised when the price suddenly jumps up a little at the end of the journey. This is not just a “foreigner” charge.

Most journeys around the city come in at under 5 Euros – especially reasonable if there are 4 of you in the car. Taxis to the airport should cost around about 25-30 Euros from the centre, depending on time and traffic congestion.

The worst aspect of taking taxis is that many drivers here still think it is some sort of competition they are driving in, and switch lanes, weaving in and out of traffic in a manner that leaves you shutting your eyes and crossing your fingers.

Catching a taxi is easy – stand out in virtually any street and wave one down – the ones with the green light on are available. Or try Paco and his men - our personal recommendation for a friendly service. 

Call Paco on +34 630 412 612 or email pacotaxiorg@hotmail.com