What is the "Taxi overcharging from the airport and stations" scam in Genoa?

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Unlicensed or unmetered drivers at Cristoforo Colombo Airport and outside the main stations quote inflated flat fares or 'forget' to start the meter, especially for a short hop into the centre. Genuine taxis are white, metered, and there are fixed shared-taxi rates from the airport to Principe and Brignole stations. Riders who don't confirm the meter or fixed rate can pay well above the real price. Only take white taxis from the official rank and confirm the meter is running and reset before you set off, or agree the published fixed airport rate first. Ignore drivers who approach you inside the terminal or station hall. Consider the cheap Volabus/airport shuttle to the station instead.

Taxi & Transport Scams in Genoa

Taxi overcharging from the airport and stations

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