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Radio taxis
: A more sophisticated alternative, radio taxis may
be white, blue or red. Cars are bigger and usually
air-conditioned. Call one of the companies providing
this kind of service and tell them where to pick you
up, where to drop you off, and at what time. Some
radio-taxis charge by the meter, others charge flat
rates. Ask for all details first. They will need from
you a a contact phone to call you back and confirm
the ride.
Subway : Rio's
subway is still relatively small, but it is very safe,
comfortable and reliable. It is especially useful
to take you from Copacabana to Botafogo, Flamengo,
Gloria and Downtown. You can use the subway as reference
if you decide to explore Downtown on your own. The
subway does not yet reach Ipanema, Leblon, and Barra.
Cars stop running at 11 p.m., and on weekends. One-way
tickets are about R$1.50.
If you have
a chance, stop at the Cardeal Arcoverde Station, in
Copacabana. The color scheme on the walls is supposed
to relax you, and includes a rainbow of exquisite
shades of Brazilian granite. Before you make your
way down the escalators, don't stop looking up until
you discover Batman's vent. Seriously. There is one
huge air conduct where they actually put a giant black
metal bat symbol (as in Gotham City). Another proof
of the unique
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