Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Richmond travel guide

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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. Richmond deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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

Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel

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 center.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 7 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 7 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YXXAbbotsford

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,020 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,772 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,804 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,122 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,354 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,266 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,462 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $177 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $173 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Go House and SureStay by Best Western Richmond Vancouver Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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Fairmont Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 3439 reviews)
$367+
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Blue Horizon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 9303 reviews)
$323+
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Versante Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 631 reviews)
$313+
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Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel By Apa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2050 reviews)
$375+
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St. Regis Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2084 reviews)
$362+
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Inn At The Quay
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 673 reviews)
$219+
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Renting a car in Richmond

Renting a car in Richmond costs $40 per day, on average, or $81 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Richmond is the Avis branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 4 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 61% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $5.79 per gallon in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.50 and $92.67. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Richmond costs $40 per day, on average, or $81 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Trust Auto and Alamo are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Richmond is the Avis branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 4 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 61% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $5.79 per gallon in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $69.50 and $92.67. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Richmond

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$23/day

Intermediate

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$25/day

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