There are lots of taxi companies in Stockholm and taxis are easy to find. Fares are deregulated, but it rarely costs more than SEK 200 to reach destinations within the city limits. The easiest way to order a taxi is to call one of the major taxi companies:
Taxi Stockholm 15 00 00
Taxi Kurir 30 00 00
Taxi 020020-93 93 93 (toll free call)
Top Cab 33 33 33
If you plan to grab a taxi at Arlanda International airport, make sure to ask the dispatcher for one from a company that offers fixed rates for the trip to Stockholm. Count on about .Do not get into taxis that turn on the meter for this trip.
If you are travelling to and from Bromma airport, make sure the driver turns on the meter. The trip to downtown shouldn't be much more than around .
If you are using Skavsta airport, forget about taxi unless you are independently wealthy. The trip is 100 kms (60 miles and 60 minutes) and will set you back about
Photo: Taxi 020
Taxi guides
Taxi drivers with city guide training can give you a personal tour of the city. There is a choice of 7 languages. You can choose between a 1 1/2 hour mini tour or you can order the full 2 hour tour.
Make reservations directly with Taxi Stockholm on +46 (0)8 612 00 00. NOTE: Calling this number will trigger a long tirade in Swedish from a computer. Coolly wait until the computer has had its say, and then press 9 for personal service.
Tipping
A gratuity of 10% is included in the metered fare. It is common to round this off to the nearest round figure. E.g. 87 becomes 90 etc.