Q: I am planning a vacation in Barcelona but I cannot move without my wheelchair. If I a hire a taxi at the airport, do I have a chance to get a wheelchair-friendly car?

A: The vast majority of regular taxis in Barcelona is not wheelchair-friendly. Nevertheless, the official taxi companies provide wheelchairs (manual and electric wheelchairs are available, as well) and/or accessible cars (equipped with a ramp) for free. However, you have to announce your requirement in advance (for additional information – Accessibility of Barcelona Airport Transfer and Accessibility in Barcelona).

Therefore, if you are a disabled tourist who wants to travel in Barcelona by taxi, it is suggested to hire a car in advance, It is an easy and efficient process and sometimes it is even cheaper than catching a taxi at the airport or in the city (for additional information – Barcelona Airport Taxis – Ordering in Advance or not? and Prices of Barcelona Airport Taxis).

Taxi Amic is a taxi company that provides accessible vehicles, although most of the firms have several wheelchair-friendly taxis. On the website of IMET (Metropolitan Taxi Institut), you can find the list of those official taxi firms that offer wheelchair friendly vehicles. Click here to see the list.

Aside of these, there are other companies that provide wheelchair-friendly cars. However, those are more expensive.

In addition, most of the regular taxi firms in Barcelona do not grant a discount for disabled persons. In spite of this, taking a taxi can be a good option if you have mobility problems, because this mean of transportation provides safe, comfortable and accommodating services and it is a direct method for traveling to and from the airport of Barcelona.

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