Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 Origo Club (6888 River Road) 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 February
Estimated hotel price
AED 531
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 531
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 centre.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Richmond to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around AED 176 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 459 for a 7h 32m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 266 km and will cost you around AED 404. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about AED 408 for a journey of 443 km. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Plane

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

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Richmond to Seattle takes 4h 00m and costs around AED 176 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about AED 459 for a 7h 32m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Amtrak, Bus and Ebus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Richmond takes 266 km and will cost you around AED 404. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about AED 408 for a journey of 443 km. The most popular bus station is Richmond River Rock Casino, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Richmond. Richmond Bus Stop is also a commonly used station, and is 2.7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Richmond

CXHVancouver Coal Harbour
YVRVancouver Intl
YAVVillage Bay Miners Bay

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (7,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,820 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,584 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,778 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,688 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,211 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,210 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,932 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,846 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around AED 541 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 556 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 In-Terminal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 928+
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Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport- Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 573+
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Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 635+
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Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
AED 700+
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River Rock Casino Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
AED 544+
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Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Vancouver Airport
2 stars
Okay (5.5, Okay reviews)
AED 279+
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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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay AED 4.56 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 AED 54.66 and AED 72.87. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda Civic or similar) is, on average, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals branch at 9231 Beckwith Rd, which is 3 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay AED 4.56 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 AED 54.66 and AED 72.87. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda Civic or similar) is, on average, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Richmond

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

AED 131/day

Intermediate

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

AED 134/day

Compact SUV
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