Car rental in Madrid

Explore Madrid with a rental car

Madrid, the capital of Spain, is literally packed with exciting sights and attractions which can be ideally explored by rental car. Its modern vibe of a large metropolis and the great atmosphere of its cultural centres lure thousands of holidaymakers on an annual basis. The city of Madrid never sleeps so get yourself a rental car and drive to your favourite destinations in Madrid. During the day, it offers an extensive selection of museums, art galleries, and stunning monuments. After dark, there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and clubs to visit in the city centre. The residents of Madrid are indeed too busy to rest—you can forget about a Spanish siesta in this city. This beautiful metropolis with its long history and historical monuments can be cheaply and comfortably explored thanks to the wide variety of rental car offerings in Madrid. With DriveBoo, you can compare offers of many different car rental companies and choose the one that best suits your needs.

Madrid in spring

A visit to the capital of Spain in spring is a great opportunity to ring in the year. Visit the city as it blooms and shines in the spring colors and get to know Madrid with a rental car on your own. In spring, the climate in Madrid is already much more pleasant than in many other European cities. Thus, you can have breakfast in peace on the terraces of the numerous cafes of the city outside or enjoy a "café con leche" in the afternoon sun. During the day we recommend a visit to the Retiro Park, which blossoms especially beautifully in spring. The Palacio Real is also worth a visit in spring. Alternatively, you can simply stroll along the Paseo del Prado, soaking up the spring atmosphere. The stunning boulevard is especially attractive in spring, when the large trees along the street blossom again and add color.

Enjoying the summer in Madrid

Paseo del Prado

In summer, most Madrileños, as Madrid's inhabitants are called, are drawn to the coast due to the hot temperatures in the city. So get yourself a rental car during your holidays in July and August and embark on a road trip to the beach. If you decide on staying in Madrid, you can escape the hot sun and take a walk along the famous street "Paseo del Prado" to one of the many museums. Inside it's quite cool and you can enjoy some exhibitions and learn a lot about the art history of Europe. How about a picnic in Retiro Park, Madrid's green oasis, in the summer evenings? Afterwards you can end the day in the hip neighborhood of Chueca.

Where can I rent a car in Madrid?

In Madrid, car rental companies can be found in a number of locations all around the city. However, it is also possible to take advantage of the car rental spots at the airports. The nearest airport to the city centre - Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - is located 14.6 km away. The car rental companies will be extremely easy to find as all of them are located at the arrivals area of terminals T1 and T4. Finding your dream vehicle - when there are so many to choose from - may initially appear to be quite challenging. Luckily for you, Driveboo can help you do it easily and successfully!

Insurance for your rental car

Suitable insurance for your rental car

Every car rental company in Spain has to offer insurance (sometimes also called Excess Reduction or Excess Waiver) for your rental car, which you should always opt for, for your own protection. The best option is the fully comprehensive insurance without non-waivable excess in case of an accident, injury, or theft. In Spain, rental cars are also required to have fire insurance and third party liability insurance coverage.

What are the traffic rules in Spain?

In Spain, there are different speed limits for every kind of road and vehicle. In the table below, we have included the limits applicable for passenger cars:

*Only if it is a one-way road, a road with more than two lanes for at least one direction of traffic, or a road with shoulders more than 1.5 m wide.

The legal blood alcohol content in Spain is 0.05% (breath alcohol content: 0.25 mg/l), and 0.03% (breath alcohol content: 0.15 mg/l) for drivers with less than two years of experience. Exceeding this limit may lead not only to a high fine, but also to a driver being arrested and taken to the nearest police station.

• The driver and any passengers occupying the front and rear seats of the vehicle are all required to wear seatbelts. Law enforcement officers can punish a driver or passenger for not wearing a seat belt with a ticket of EUR 90 per person.
• If you park in an unauthorised place, you can expect to pay a penalty of up to EUR 300.

• In Spain, it is only necessary to pay a toll on motorways. Tolls are collected at toll gates and the amount depends on the category of vehicle and the length of the journey. There is no need to buy a vignette. You can pay with cash or use your credit card. It is also possible to use a payment system, known as "Via-T", which allows you to pass through toll gates without stopping. However, it is only really suitable for those who drive in Spain frequently.
• The average price while driving a rental car is € 9.5/100 km.