Gran Canaria Taxis

Having your own wheels is always the best way to explore any place, but just in case you're not in the mood to drive you can always search for a taxi. These are easy to spot as they are off white in colour and have a distinctive red stripe on their front doors. Also taxis display the letters SP (Servicio Público) with a green light on top of the car or at the front, indicating the taxi is vacant and able to be hired.

Local journeys are metered and charges increase from the basic rate of Monday to Saturday 6:00AM to 10:00PM to the more expensive Monday to Saturday) 10:00PM  to 06:00AM (all-day on Sundays and public holidays) one. If you’re travelling outside municipal boundaries, make a point of arranging a fixed fare in advance. From the airport to Las Palmas, depending on the time of day and where you’re staying, the fare will fluctuate. In the south of the island, where taxis belong to a local co-operative, using a cab is a good, inexpensive way to travel.