Taxis in Lima are one of the most convenient and affordable ways to get around; that is what makes them so popular. You can’t beat a 25 minute, 15 kilometer taxi ride for S/.10 (about $3) practically anywhere! If you are new to taking taxis in Lima, however, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

For the most part, taxi robbery is not too common, but it does happen, and foreigners are oftentimes the prey. Here are three rules to live by:

1. If anything about the taxi makes you suspicious – the car itself, the driver… anything! – don’t get in. It’s like they always say, “Better safe than sorry!”

2. When taking a cab always Read more