{"id":15818,"date":"2020-06-03T11:54:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-03T09:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.mindfultravelbysara.com\/?p=15818"},"modified":"2023-10-09T13:32:33","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T11:32:33","slug":"madrid-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/madrid-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Madrid on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><p><?xml encoding=\"UTF-8\"><b>Are you thinking of traveling to Madrid and you don&rsquo;t want to spend a fortune? <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If so, these tips for traveling to Madrid on a budget will do wonders for your next trip.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When I had to plan a cheap trip to Madrid, I realized that <\/span><b>the city is not particularly affordable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. I wanted to do some tours and visits that were expensive and I didn&rsquo;t want to miss out on them.<\/span><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"How to Travel Madrid on a Budget\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22662\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/How-to-Travel-Madrid-on-a-Budget.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"Thinking of traveling to Madrid, Spain and don't want to spend a fortune? These tips for visiting Madrid on a budget will be very useful for your visit. Madrid Budget Travel Tips | Visit Madrid on a Budget | Madrid Travel Tips | Places to visit in Madrid | Things to do in Madrid Spain | Spain travel tips | First Timer&rsquo;s Guide to Madrid | How to Plan the Best Madrid Trip | Tips por Visiting Madrid for the First Time #madrid #spain #spaintravel #europetravel\" data-pin-title=\"The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Madrid on a Budget\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/How-to-Travel-Madrid-on-a-Budget.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/How-to-Travel-Madrid-on-a-Budget-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So I started saving for Madrid. I began doing <\/span><b>small actions in my daily routine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that, in the medium term, can help you save enough to then spend on your trip to the Spanish capital.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now I will tell you in detail how to save during your trip to Madrid, as well as discuss<\/span><b> everything you can do to enjoy the city without having to return home without money<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it your first time traveling to Madrid? This post will be really useful: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/tips-before-visiting-madrid\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for Visiting Madrid for the first time<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XMzChDI_UcM?rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0\" width=\"700\" height=\"395\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>How to&nbsp;Visit&nbsp;Madrid on a Budget <\/strong><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you ready to <a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/unique-things-to-do-in-spain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel Spain<\/a> on a budget? Here are my top travel tips and resources to help you make the most of your trip to Madrid.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Find the best deals on flights, trains and bus tickets to Madrid<\/strong><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/p><div class=\"su-note\" style=\"border-color:#e5e08c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#fffaa6;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><strong>You can find here&nbsp;the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/madrid?_ga=2.149342326.1584316338.1517819267-1202814431.1517819265\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">cheapest flight, train and bus tickets<\/a> to Madrid with Omio.<\/strong><\/div><\/div><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"cheap madrid flights\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15833\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cheap-madrid-flights.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cheap-madrid-flights.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cheap-madrid-flights-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to getting cheap flights to Madrid is to be attentive to the offers that pop up throughout the year. Also you can travel cheaper using miles or points. (Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/thechampagnemile.com.au\/point-hacks\/\">point hacks for travel<\/a>!).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The city is a much-requested destination, but there are always flights with offers or discounts coming out for the different airlines.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Save on Madrid&rsquo;s public transport <\/strong><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madrid Metro is the cheapest and fastest way to get around the city.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RYtQHFZOZj0?rel=0&amp;showinfo=0\" width=\"700\" height=\"395\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are different types of tickets and various prices for this service. Since November 2017, all subway tickets are gathered in the Multi-rechargeable card.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be purchased at tobacconists and other authorized outlets, as well as at subway stations for &euro; 2.50. After purchasing it, you will have to recharge it in advance of the trips you are going to make.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"save money in madrid\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15823 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/save-money-in-madrid.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/save-money-in-madrid.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/save-money-in-madrid-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><p><b>To save money, it&rsquo;s best to buy the Multi-card with 10 trips.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Doing so will afford you a discount and allow access to Madrid&rsquo;s metro and bus lines. It lasts 10 years and, being transferable, can be used to get around Madrid by more than one person.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also,<\/span><b> if you travel to Madrid by plane, I recommend you to read my tips on <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/madrid-airport-to-city-centre\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Get from Madrid Airport to City Centre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with updated and useful information on the best options, prices and distances for airport transfers.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Find cheap hotels in Madrid<\/strong><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step is to know where you&rsquo;re going to sleep in Madrid. If you stay in the city center (such as Puerta del Sol or Gran Via), the accommodation options are going to be more expensive (and the rooms smaller).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have money saved before the trip, you may want to indulge yourself for a few days and sleep in a central and more expensive hotel.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"cheap hotels in madrid\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15824\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cheap-hotels-in-madrid.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cheap-hotels-in-madrid.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/cheap-hotels-in-madrid-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or maybe you prefer to save that money and sleep in more average accommodation or try <a href=\"https:\/\/chillingwithlucas.com\/days-out\/travel-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">house sitting<\/a>. This would allow you to spend it better on experiences during the trip, such as a good restaurant or a helicopter flight over the city.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Without a doubt, the latter option would be my choice, because in the end you spend little time at the hotel, right?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hostels are a great option if you want to save money on your accommodation. The city is home to plenty of them, and they&rsquo;re a lot more affordable than hotels. There are some fantastic hostels to choose from in Madrid, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/room007-ventura-hostel.en-gb.html?aid=809639\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">room007 Ventura Hostel <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/2060-the-newton-hostel.en-gb.html?aid=809639\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2060 The Newton Hostel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><h3><strong>Book in advance for any excursions and guided tours<\/strong><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the money you have saved on flights and accommodation, you will be able to spend a little more on restaurants, attractions, and experiences.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"See Madrid on a Budget\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15825 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/See-Madrid-on-a-Budget.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/See-Madrid-on-a-Budget.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/See-Madrid-on-a-Budget-300x223.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&rsquo;s nothing better than spending the money on memorable experiences during a trip, right? Also if you book the activities and tours in advance, you will have two advantages:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>You&rsquo;ll pay less money.<\/li>\n<li>You&rsquo;ll avoid queues and waiting for hours (especially if you travel to Madrid in the Summer).<\/li>\n<\/ul><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The best tours and guided visits in Madrid that I recommend are the following:<\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Guided tour of the Royal Palace<\/strong><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A visit to the Royal Palace and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Almudena_Cathedral\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almudena Cathedral<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a must during every trip to Madrid. This is especially true if you&rsquo;re a lover of history, architecture, and grand design. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/entradas.patrimonionacional.es\/en-GB\/comprar-entradas-palacios-reales-monasterios\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buy the tickets online in advance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will save money and avoid an entire queue.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"A Weekend In Madrid On A Budget\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15826 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/A-Weekend-In-Madrid-On-A-Budget.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/A-Weekend-In-Madrid-On-A-Budget.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/A-Weekend-In-Madrid-On-A-Budget-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Visit to the Prado Museum without queues<\/strong><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/topic\/Prado-Museum\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prado Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the stars of Madrid and one of the most important art museums in the world. And if you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.co.uk\/madrid-l46\/entrance-ticket-national-prado-museum-t32264\/?partner_id=0C6AFVD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buy the tickets online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can enjoy their masterpieces without queues.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Budget Guide to Madrid\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15827 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Budget-Guide-to-Madrid.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Budget-Guide-to-Madrid.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Budget-Guide-to-Madrid-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Gastronomic tour of Madrid<\/strong><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can&rsquo;t leave Madrid without tasting their most typical dishes. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The simplest, cheapest and fun option is to embark on one of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/entradas.patrimonionacional.es\/en-GB\/comprar-entradas-palacios-reales-monasterios\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gastronomic walking tours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the city, where you will visit the most typical bars and taverns to taste the culinary essence of Madrid.<\/span><\/p><h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>El Escorial in a day<\/strong><\/h4><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you have one more day in Madrid, and you don&rsquo;t know what to do, I recommend you to visit El Escorial.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It&rsquo;s the perfect place to learn more about a very important part of Spain&rsquo;s history.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"tips save money madrid\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15834 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-save-money-madrid.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-save-money-madrid.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tips-save-money-madrid-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Budget attractions in Madrid &ndash; What to do for free<\/strong><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to visit this wonderful city on a Budget and you&rsquo;re looking for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/8-things-to-do-in-madrid-for-free\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free attractions in Madrid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, don&rsquo;t miss the following places:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>El Retiro Park is one of the most famous parks in Madrid and it&rsquo;s also free.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There&rsquo;s nothing better than walking in the park, sailing on the lake or even having a picnic while enjoying the park&rsquo;s atmosphere.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"visit Madrid on a budget\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15828 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/visit-Madrid-on-a-budget.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/visit-Madrid-on-a-budget.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/visit-Madrid-on-a-budget-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><ul>\n<li><b>Many Museums in Madrid have free entry days<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so you can enjoy them without having to spend money. In this post about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/8-things-to-do-in-madrid-for-free\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to do in Madrid for free<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will find all the information about the free entry days for famous museums such as the Prado or the Reina Sof&iacute;a.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Explore<\/b> the Debod Egyptian Temple, enjoy one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/en\/viewpoints-in-madrid\/\">best viewpoints in Madrid<\/a>, <b> and don&rsquo;t miss one of the most beautiful sunsets in the city. <\/b> style=&rdquo;font-weight: 400;&rdquo;&gt; Walk along Gran V&iacute;a Street at night and be amazed by the lights and the number of people there .<\/li>\n<li><b style=\"font-size: inherit;\">A great way to save a bit of cash while enjoying a typical Spanish experience is to seek out some free <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/what-are-tapas-3083071\"><b>tapas<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. One of the most renowned tapas bars in Madrid is El Tigre, known for its large portions of tasty food offered free when you buy drinks. And the drinks are cheap too! So make sure you visit El Tigre during your trip.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"how to visit Madrid on a budget\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15829 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/how-to-visit-Madrid-on-a-budget.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/how-to-visit-Madrid-on-a-budget.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/how-to-visit-Madrid-on-a-budget-300x271.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Enjoy a <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/freetoursbyfoot.com\/free-walking-tours-madrid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>free walking tour in Madrid<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You have many options and all of them totally free! You only have to give the tip that you consider fair to the guide, if you liked the visit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><h3><strong>Madrid attractions on a budget &ndash; The Madrid Card&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unarguably, one of the <\/span><b>best things for cheap sightseeing in Madrid is the Madrid Card<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><b>It allows you free entry to more than 50 attractions in Madrid and ensures that you avoid the queues<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at each of them. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Priced <\/span><b>from 47 euros<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and upwards (depending on the days you need it), visiting just 4 of these attractions will already make up for buying the Madrid Card.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"best deals to madrid\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15830 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/best-deals-to-madrid.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/best-deals-to-madrid.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/best-deals-to-madrid-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/best-deals-to-madrid-320x240.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The most popular attractions included in the Madrid Tourist Card are:<\/strong><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>El Prado Museum<\/li>\n<li>Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum<\/li>\n<li>The Royal Palace<\/li>\n<li>Reina Sof&iacute;a Museum<\/li>\n<li>Almudena Cathedral<\/li>\n<li>Royal Botanic Garden<\/li>\n<li>Telef&eacute;rico<\/li>\n<li>C&iacute;rculo de Bellas Artes<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"travel to madrid on a budget\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15831 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/travel-to-madrid-on-a-budget.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/travel-to-madrid-on-a-budget.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/travel-to-madrid-on-a-budget-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Don&rsquo;t go crazy with shopping if you want to save in Madrid<\/strong><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&rsquo;s very typical to go to a city on vacation and spend the last hours there shopping, whether it be for typical products or clothing and accessories from outlets. Don&rsquo;t go crazy because that&rsquo;s where you can spend all your savings that you haven&rsquo;t spent during the trip.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But<\/span><b> if you still want to go shopping in Madrid<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, I advise you to do it at Las Rozas Village, <\/span><b>one of the most famous outlets in Spain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you want to go from the center of Madrid, I recommend you take a look at this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/madrid\/las-rozas-village-shopping-trip?aid=1038\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Las Rozas Village shopping trip<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where they will take you to the outlet for only 18 euros. The tour also includes a VIP card with special discounts.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Spain on a Budget\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15832 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Spain-on-a-Budget.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Spain-on-a-Budget.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mindfultravelbysara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/Spain-on-a-Budget-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\">&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From wandering through Retiro Park to taking free walking tours through the city, a trip to Madrid doesn&rsquo;t have to be expensive.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><b>I hope this post has been useful for your next trip to the city and that it&rsquo;s answered your questions about how to save money in Madrid<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But if you have further questions, leave a comment and I will help you as much as possible in your Madrid travels!<\/span><\/p><p>\n<\/p><div class=\"su-box su-box-style-soft\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#bbbcbb;border-radius:3px;max-width:none\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#eeefee;color:#5fb655;border-top-left-radius:1px;border-top-right-radius:1px\">Did you like the post? 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