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Cheap Car Hire in Madrid

Renting a car in the country or city you are visiting is the perfect way to explore the destination on your own. You will often find trips are too short to allow you to visit everything therefore with the addition of a car you can be sure to fit in everything on your list! Even though renting a car in an unfamiliar location can be daunting, with today's navigation technology it has really never been easier to travel from one place to another. Finally, it will save you money if you plan on visiting places out of town that are not always on the immediate radar of tourists, as taxi fares can really increase the cost of your holiday.
 

Car Hire Places of Interest in Madrid

Madrid has a fantastic selection of sites and attractions to visit whether you're travelling as a family, couple, individual or in a group there is plenty for you to do here. Firstly, why not visit The Prado, one of the best and most popular art museums in the world filled with incredible collections by renaissance and baroque masters. As well as that, Retiro Park is popular amongst tourists, it was royal property until the end of the 19th century when it was opened to the public. It also allows paddling in the Grand Pond great if you are visiting with smaller kids making this would make the perfect picnic location. On Sundays the place to be is definitely El Rastro, 3,500 stalls descend on Ribera de Curtidores and Plaza de Cascorro selling pretty much everything! This is a great way to grab some unique and meaningful souvenirs from your trip. Lastly, with the added bonus of hiring a car you why not take advantage and explore on a Madrid road trip visiting places such as the Parque Nacional de Monfrague, Trujillo and Mérida two of the oldest towns in the region, the beautiful city of Ciudad Real and finally, Puerto Peña reservoir which is great for those who love water-sports.
 

Car Hire Tips in Madrid

  • There are plenty of interesting regions you can visit close by if you have chosen to hire a car
  • Companies such as Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, Budget and Europcar can be found in the airport however there is also a good selection in the city centre if you would prefer to hire a car just for a couple of days
  • It is best to arrange car rental before you go, this way you can compare the best prices online and it will also make for an easier pick-up process ensuring you can get out and explore as quickly as possible
  • Madrid features quite a lot of underground junctions therefore it is always a good idea to bring a paper map too in case you find yourself without a phone signal
  • Make sure to check the car’s condition and report any visible damages in order to avoid being charged unnecessarily
  • It takes roughly 30 minutes to drive from the airport to the city centre
  • There are three main free car parks in Madrid; Las Tablas-Telefónica, Nuestra Señora del Recuerdo and Avenida de Portugal

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