Quick question- When using a taxi from CDG to Latin Quarter (or anywhere really) - do you need to pay in cash, or do the cabs accept credit card? Want to be prepared to have enough cash on hand when arriving.
Thanks !
Posted by
Seattle, WA, USA
784 posts
I have always paid in cash. 50 euros to the Right Bank, 55 euros to the Left Bank, for up to 4 people plus luggage. Tip not required. There are ATMS at CDG, but I like to get some euros before I leave home just in case I might have a problem with my ATM card upon arrival.
I've never tried to pay with a credit card. I understand some taxis accept them, but perhaps not all, and I know when I have used a credit card to pay a driver in the US, they aren't wild about accepting them.
Be sure to go to the official taxi rank. Don't accept a ride from anyone who approaches you in or outside the terminal.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23626 posts
Always plan on paying cash. If you can use a card and save your cash supply - fine. You just cannot always count on a cc be accepted.
Posted by
Eugene, Oregon...Formerly Ventura, CA
2262 posts
Many cabs will accept a card, but you should ask that question of the driver before getting in the cab.
Posted by
Boston, MA
1829 posts
I would want to have the cash in pocket even if I plan/hope to use a credit card
Heard too many times the card machine is not working right now and similar things as drivers most anywhere in the world don't like taking credit cards.
Posted by
Paris
2466 posts
I agree with the above.
Ask before you get in a taxi.
And equip yourself with euros if the machine is not working.