Negotiate a price first, particularly if going from the station to the Medina. There is a wide variation of prices when using the petit taxis.
We checked the price as we got in, every trip we made was 20 dirhams (about £1.20). Most of the drivers spoke some English, even if you didn't need it.
Actually, you should really insist they use the meter, rather than negotiate a price. The meter will almost certainly be cheaper, and if they say it is broken, you can always get a different taxi (there are loads).Send your feedback or queries to been.there@guardian.co.uk
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