Madrid is Spain’s biggest city and its capital. This is Europe’s third largest urban centre and lies right at the heart of Spain. It is 200 miles away from the nearest coast. With car rental in Madrid, you’ll find it’s a major world city, with a mix of modern suburbs and grand historic landmarks at its heart. It’s the home of the Spanish royal family, the government and much of the business community. It’s also a centre for culture and entertainment too, with a world-class selection of galleries, museums and restaurants. Drivers will welcome the road system: there are four ring roads at varying distances from the city centre.
If you hire a car in Madrid you’ll be able to tour the central district and explore the outlying attractions too. In the centre, look out for the Prado Museum, an acclaimed fine art gallery. Nearby are the Royal Palace and the Cathedral de la Almudena. The Plaza Major is the elegant main public square but the famous El Rastro flea market in Plaza de Cascorro is one of the city’s most popular spots. A short drive away are impressive sights like Franco’s spectacular tomb in the Valle de los Caidos and King Philip II’s enormous monastic palace at El Escorial.
