Buenos Aires - Getting Around
Public Transport
To avoid the motorised madness, take the Subte (subway), the underground train service operated by Metrovias (tel: 0800 555 1616; website: www.metrovias.com.ar). It comprises six lines (A to E and H) and a premetro system that links the end of Line E. You can buy pre-paid Subtecards or passes from the ticket booths (boleterias) at each station in denominations of one, two, five, 10 or 30 journeys.
Colectivos (local buses) are also useful for travelling within the city limits and many services operate 24 hours a day. No one company is responsible for the bus system in Buenos Aires but routes are detailed on the Los Colectivos (website: www.loscolectivos.com.ar). Routes and numbers can be confusing, so consult a map and ask the advice of locals. Colectivos can be identified by the route number and main destination displayed above the windshield.
Urban train services are operated by Trenes de Buenos Aires - TBA (tel: 0800 333 3822; website: www.tbanet.com.ar) and Ferrovias (website: www.ferrovias.com.ar), and can be a useful way of getting to outlying residential districts. TBA runs the most comprehensive service with useful routes to Palermo, Belgrano, San Isidro and Tigre. You can buy tickets at stations.
Combined public transport passes are not available.
Taxis
Remises are fixed-fare taxis or minicabs booked in advance. They can generally offer fixed rates that are cheaper than standard taxis, especially for airport runs and longer journeys. Recommended providers include ABC (tel: (011) 4315 6070), Remises Universal (tel: (011) 4315 6555) and Annie Millet Transfers (tel: (011) 6777 7777; website: www.amillet.com.ar).
Driving in the City
Parquimetros (parking meters) in the Macrocentro (outer city) on weekdays are in use from 0700 to 2100 and take tokens (fichas) purchased from kiosks or coin machines. Numerous estacionamientos (car parks) or playas (parking bays) are usually marked by flag-waving dummies. Hotel parking is sometimes available at the more expensive hotels.
Car Hire
Drivers must be a minimum of 21 years old but some companies state 25 years. A valid driving licence is acceptable but an International Driving Permit is recommended. You should book in advance if planning to hire over the weekend or holidays.
Bicycle Hire
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