the cost of any ride is always metered - meaning it is illegal for drivers to ask rounded fares for any trip, except if the taxis are stationed in front of a hotel.

estimated taxi fares have been regulated by municipal transport, corresponding to the itinerary of the parade and at certain times and days of the parade, pricing may vary.

official fares are posted on signs by the secretaria municipal de transporte (smtr) on rua do riachuelo and on largo do estácio.

these signs not only list the policy pricing for taxi services to all of rio neighborhoods and sub-neighborhoods, but also map out suggested routes for those traveling by car.