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Where is Madrid?

Attention cheapholics, cheapsters and cheapskates. There's never been a more opportune time to take your frugal-minded selves on a vacation to Madrid!

It lies 9 miles to the south-west of Alcobendas, and 0.1 miles to the north of Madrid, the nation's capital.

This area of Cuenca del Henares boasts a population of around 3,255,900 people, some of whom will surely be willing to give you some local travel tips.

Cheap Things to do in Madrid

Have you ever heard the saying, "the best things in life are free"? Well, that's something we can certainly get behind (and we know you can too!) Here are some fabulous free things to do in or near Madrid:

• No matter the type, museums are excellent places to discover more about a destination's unique culture and history. And what's even better, the Museo Postal y Telegrafico, the National Museum of Decorative Arts, the Museo Tifologico and the Sorolla Museum charge no entry fees!
• Attending arts and cultural events is a good way to get a feel for the local region. Study the upcoming programs at the Annta Gallery, the Antonio Machon Gallery, the Fernan Gomez Centro Cultural de la Villa and the Centro Sociocultural Lavapies to discover some awesome free shows.
• Filling your travel program with interesting activities is a snap in this area. Swap budget-busting attractions for some cheap outdoor fun at Juan Carlos I Park, Madrid Rio and Fuente del Berro Park.
• Uncover a little about the local history without having to put your hand in your pocket for admission fees at the Complutense University of Madrid, Spanish Senate, the Plaza de Callao and Cementerio de La Florida. These free sites offer an interesting glimpse into the area's story.

Cheap Madrid Vacation Package Deals

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Cheap Car Rentals in Madrid

Okay, are you looking for a comfortable way of touring around Madrid? Why not consider a rental car? Filling up a tank with gas now and then has to be better value than blowing cash on taxi cabs!

As soon as you've disembarked the plane at Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas), you'll be able to pick up a car right outside the terminal.Budget and Avis are just a short stroll from the arrivals hall.Hertz and Europcar are two other outlets that can provide a slightly alternative selection.

Cheap Hotels in Madrid

It's a snap to find a comfortable room in Spain's capital. CheapTickets has 1,446 hotels in Madrid. Get in now for the hottest deals!

Believe money is better in your pocket than in someone else's? Then check out the deals at some of our budget options, such as the Hostal Victoria II and the Hotel El Mirador Puerta del Sol.