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, Harold's Kitchen & Bar - Sheraton Vancouver Airport (7551 Westminster Highway) and CAVU KITCHEN BAR (5911 Minoru Blvd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Macan's Bar + Grill (9100 Steveston Hwy) and Steveston Seafood House (3951 Moncton St.) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 13143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 13143
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 3 miles from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Richmond to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around ₹ 3,111 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about ₹ 5,297 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 8 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Trust Auto and Alamo, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including BC Ferries Connector, Bus and Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 165 miles and will cost you around ₹ 9,248. From Cordova Bay, the ticket costs about ₹ 4,792 for a journey of 210 miles. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 1.8 miles from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Vancouver Airport (YVR), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Richmond to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around ₹ 3,111 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about ₹ 5,297 for a 7h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 8 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Trust Auto and Alamo, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including BC Ferries Connector, Bus and Amtrak. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 165 miles and will cost you around ₹ 9,248. From Cordova Bay, the ticket costs about ₹ 4,792 for a journey of 210 miles. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 1.8 miles from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Richmond

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (7,163 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,843 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,830 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,646 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,880 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,883 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (821 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,227 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,122 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,423 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (875 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,896 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around ₹ 11,665 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 10,874 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Go House and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Riverport Richmond.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 23,010+
Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,242+
Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
₹ 12,967+
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 10,291+
River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 9,527+
Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Vancouver Airport
2 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
₹ 7,442+

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 Hertz branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 3 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 105 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 ₹ 1,261 and ₹ 1,681. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.

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 Hertz branch at 3880 Grant Mcconachie Way, which is 3 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 105 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 ₹ 1,261 and ₹ 1,681. Economy (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.