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
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
$153
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 Priceless, 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 Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YMFGaliano Island Montagne Harbor
YVRVancouver Intl

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (8,109 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,089 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,615 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,905 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,860 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,277 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,308 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,599 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around $155 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $190 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, 3448 reviews)
$329+
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Exchange Hotel Vancouver
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 4489 reviews)
$265+
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Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel By Apa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2046 reviews)
$310+
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St. Regis Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2078 reviews)
$280+
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Inn At The Quay
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 675 reviews)
$187+
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Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4221 reviews)
$292+
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Renting a car in Richmond

Renting a car in Richmond costs $40 per day, on average, or $80 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 73% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $4.96 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 $59.51 and $79.34. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Richmond costs $40 per day, on average, or $80 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 73% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $4.96 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 $59.51 and $79.34. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Richmond

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$26/day

Intermediate SUV

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact
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