Beijing Taxis

The are notorious for being picky drivers.  It is not uncommon to have one stop and decide he does not like where you are going, and refuse to give you a ride.  The reason can be as simple as it requires him to do a U turn and head in the other direction...crazy!  BUT if you dial 96103 you can schedule a taxi to pick you up....and they offer service in nearly perfect English! The taxi usually arrives within 5 minutes unless it is rush hour/raining/etc.  If it is, they probably cannot find a driver for you.