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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Richmond Hill travel guide

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You're Going to Love Richmond Hill

With a population of 185 541, Richmond Hill is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Richmond Hill has to offer.

Where to Eat in Richmond Hill

If you’re looking for affordable options, Moxies - Beaver Creek (159 York Blvd) and Sarpa Restaurant (13311 Yonge St.) are great picks.

When to visit Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond Hill in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Richmond Hill in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Richmond Hill, with an average rainfall of 2.3″.

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How to Get to Richmond Hill

Plane

Although Richmond Hill doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 25 km from Richmond Hill. The shortest flight to Richmond Hill from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond Hill, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Richmond Hill to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond Hill is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 25 km from Richmond Hill. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond Hill, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Richmond Hill takes 274 km and will cost you around $40. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 410 km.

Plane

Although Richmond Hill doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toronto All airports (YTO), which is located 25 km from Richmond Hill. The shortest flight to Richmond Hill from the United States departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond Hill, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Richmond Hill to Ottawa takes 3h 32m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Windsor, expect to pay about $41 for a 4h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond Hill is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 25 km from Richmond Hill. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond Hill, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Buffalo, the bus ride to Richmond Hill takes 274 km and will cost you around $40. From Ottawa, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 410 km.

Airlines serving Richmond Hill

Lufthansa
Good (8,002 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,980 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,367 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,946 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,717 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,042 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,252 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,331 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in Richmond Hill

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Travelodge by Wyndham Richmond Hill and Hotel Richmond Hill On North.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond Hill

Most booked hotels in Richmond Hill

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Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 607 reviews)
$166+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto - Markham, Ontario
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 976 reviews)
$110+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto - Markham By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 771 reviews)
$127+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 867 reviews)
$122+
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Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2272 reviews)
$119+
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Best Western Parkway Hotel Toronto North
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1356 reviews)
$112+
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Renting a car in Richmond Hill

Renting a car in Richmond Hill costs $31 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond Hill.

Expect to pay $5.83 per gallon in Richmond Hill (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.95 and $93.27. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond Hill, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Richmond Hill costs $31 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond Hill.

Expect to pay $5.83 per gallon in Richmond Hill (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.95 and $93.27. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond Hill, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Richmond Hill

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$29/day

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