Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Metro
The Tren Urbano connects Bayamón with downtown San Juan as far as Sagrado Corazón
on the south side of Santurce. Efficient trains run every 10 to 15 minutes in either direction
between 5:30am and 11:30pm. Bicycles are permitted with a special free permit. The 16
super-modern stations are safe, spacious and decked out with acres of eye-catching art
and polished chrome. The line, which is a mix of sky-train and underground, charges 75¢
for any journey, regardless of length. For more information contact
Tren Urbano (
866-900-1284;
www.dtop.gov.pr
)
.
Taxi
A government taxi scheme sets trip prices in the main tourism zones. From Old San Juan,
trips to Condado or Ocean Park cost $12, and $19 to Isla Verde. Journeys within Old San
Juan cost $7.
Outside of the major tourist areas, cab drivers are supposed to turn on the meter for trips
around town, but that rarely happens. Insist on it, or establish a price from the start. Meters
- when or if they do go on - charge $1.75 initially and $1.90 per mile or part thereof. You'll
also pay 50¢ for up to three pieces of luggage. There's a $1 reservation charge; add a $1
surcharge after 10pm.
Taxis line up at the south end of Fortaleza in Old San Juan; in other places they can be
scarce. Don't make yourself a mugging target by standing on a deserted street waiting for
one to pass by - call from the nearest hotel. Try
Metro Taxi Cab ( 787-725-2870)
or
Rochdale Radio Taxi( 787-721-1900)
; they usually come when you call.
