Paris taxis are among the essential and popular modes of transport in the city. It is very easy to identify taxis in Paris, as they have the word 'taxi' marked in white capitals on a blue sign. With over 470 taxi stands and 14,500 taxis in Paris, tourists are sure to find them almost anytime and anywhere.
Normally the taxis fares in Paris increase in the early morning and at night. The taxis running between the airport and the city charge between 19 to 46 Euro. The fares also depend on the time of the day, the state of traffic and the destination. Tipping the taxi drivers in Paris is customary and they expect 10% of the fare. It is advisable to pay them in cash. Travelers can check whether a taxi is available or not by noticing the light on the cab's roof. The cab is available, if the light is on. Generally the taxis do not take more than 3 passengers and the space for carrying luggage is limited.
The Parisian taxis have 3 rates namely A, B and C
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for separate trips in Paris. The rate A is applied for trips within Paris from 7 AM to 7 PM. Rate B is also charged inside the city, at night from 7 PM to 7 AM and also on holidays and Sundays. Rate C is charged in the suburbs of Paris at night and in the day for only a 1-way trip to Val de Marne, Haut de Seine and Seine St. Denis.
There are call-a-cab services in Paris, which are very convenient for tourists. However the meter is switched on from the time when the call is made. In case tourists face any problem with a taxi, they can file a complaint to Préfecture de Police of Service Taxis.
Some of the good taxi companies of Paris are Alpha Taxi, Taxis G7, Artaxi, Taxi Étoile, Taxis Bleu and Taxis Bleus.
Paris taxis are largely used by both the local residents and the tourists as they offer excellent services.
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