Hertz Car Rental in Madrid
The historic Spanish city of Madrid sits in the centre of the country on the banks of the River Manzanares. Spain’s capital city was founded in the ninth century, and has experienced an eclectic history. Today the city is home to around three million people and is divided into 21 districts. Madrid has a collection of some of Spain’s most famous landmarks, museums, attractions, shopping districts, restaurants and nightlife, and due to its plethora of parks and greenspaces, it is the greenest capital in Europe. This scenery spills out into the countryside that surrounds the city, and the easiest way to visit it is by car. Car rental from Madrid allows you to take in the Monte de El Pardo, a Mediterranean forest just 15 miles from the city centre.
Madrid has a stunning selection of sights. Visit the city’s historic landmarks, including its iconic El Oso y el Madroño, sat in the centre of town. You could also take in a trip to the golden triangle – the home of the city’s finest art galleries, while the Plaza Mayor is a truly splendid square, central to Madrid life. For a spot of shopping, stroll along the Gran Via and explore some of the city’s more popular boutiques and stores. Meanwhile, to take in the full expanse of the city, rent a car in Madrid. You can drive along the vast Paseo de la Castellana, which is home to the Santiago Bernabéu and Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales. Meanwhile, outside of the city is one of Spain’s finest ski resorts, Valdesqui.