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
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
£81
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 6 miles 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 9 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 6 miles 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 9 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Richmond

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,588 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,366 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,445 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,515 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around £145 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £60 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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Coach & Horses Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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The Selwyn, Richmond
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Kew Gardens & National Archives
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Hilton London Wembley
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£115+
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Richmond Hill Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£117+
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Novotel London Wembley
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

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

Expect to pay £1.76 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 £21.05 and £28.07. 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, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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

Expect to pay £1.76 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 £21.05 and £28.07. 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, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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