Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Richmond travel guide

Richmond Tourism | Richmond Guide

You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 8,360, Richmond is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. 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, The Ivy Richmond Brasserie (9-11 Hill St) and Scott's Richmond (Whittaker Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Richmond departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 15 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Richmond departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 15 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Richmond

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (8,209 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,562 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,185 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,048 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,513 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,735 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,113 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,962 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,519 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,509 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around £132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £79 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

Hilton London Wembley
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£109+
The Selwyn, Richmond
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£116+
Novotel London Wembley
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£98+
Richmond Hill Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£113+
Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£149+
Holiday Inn London - Heathrow Bath Road By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£85+

Hiring a car in Richmond

Hiring a car in Richmond costs £37 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.61 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 £19.26 and £25.68. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Richmond costs £37 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.61 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 £19.26 and £25.68. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.