By Taxi in Madrid

Taxis work under three different tariff schemes. Tariff 1 is valid in the city center from 6 AM to 10 PM; meters start at EUR 1.95. Supplemental charges include EUR 5.25 to or from the airport, and EUR 2.75 from bus and train stations. Tariff 2 is from 10 PM to 6 AM in the city center (and from 6 AM to 10 PM in the suburbs). During this period the meter runs faster and charges more per kilometer. Tariff 3 runs at night beyond the city limits. You'll find all tariffs listed on the taxi window.

Available cabs display a libre sign during the day, a green light at night. Spaniards do not usually tip cabbies, but if you're inspired, EUR 0.50 is about right for shorter rides; you can go as high as 10% for a trip to the airport. You can call a cab through Tele-Taxi, Radioteléfono Taxi, or Radio Taxi Gremial.

Taxi Services Radio Taxi Gremial (91/447-5180). Radioteléfono Taxi (91/547-8200). Tele-Taxi (91/371-2131).