Richmond travel guide
Richmond Tourism | Richmond Guide
You're Going to Love Richmond
With a population of 182.000, Richmond is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Richmond to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Richmond
If you’re looking for affordable options, Gordon Ramsay Steak - Vancouver (8811 River Rd) and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Richmond South (11151 No. 5 Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, CASK Whisky Vault (8400 W Rd) and Bruno (8499 Bridgeport Road) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.
When to visit Richmond
How to Get to Richmond
Plane
When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 4 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 7 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Vancouver.
Airlines serving Richmond
Where to stay in Richmond
Average rates range from around $218 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $256 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Com House and SureStay by Best Western Richmond Vancouver Airport.
Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond
Most booked hotels in Richmond
Hiring a car in Richmond
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Richmond is the Avis branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 4 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay $2.66 per litre in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.86 and $42.48. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda Civic or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.