Radio Taxis - Rio de Janeiro
Coopertramo Radio Taxi
Opening Times:
24 Hours
Address:
Rua Barros Barreto, 30
Bonsucesso - Rio de Janeiro
URL: http://www.radio-taxi.com.br
Telephone: +55 21 2209-9292
Cost: Varies
Radio Taxis are a little bit more expensive compared to regular taxis. However, if you’re presented with safety and guarantee for your money, you wouldn’t think twice, right? That’s what Coopertramo Radio Taxi has been doing for tourists and locals in Rio de Janeiro since 1977. This company is continuously adding more cars to its fleet to cater to the demands of travelers within the city. Even though taxi services are little bit more expensive compared to bus and Metro Rio, there are people who prefer the personalized service offered by taxis. Radio Taxis are especially popular since they can be dispatched at anytime in any place.
Some of the tourists are hesitant to use taxis in Rio mainly because they can’t communicate well with the drivers. But Coopertramo Radio Taxi offers special services that cater to English-speaking customers, and most of the drivers are bilingual. Although some of them can’t speak proper English, they can understand enough of the language and are well capable of answering simple questions about places in the city.
Regarding the rates, Coopertramo Radio Taxi uses regular taxi meter. All the taxis are air-conditioned to protect you from the heat and keep you comfortable even if you are stuck in heavy traffic. Aside from taxi services, the company also offers shuttle services for families and groups. You can request in advance for the transport to pick you up at your hotel. Coopertramo Radio Taxi also provides tours which will bring you to some of the places of interest in Rio de Janeiro.