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 March
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in March
Estimated hotel price
£68
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 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Richmond to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about £37 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 1.7 miles from the city centre, Richmond is the busiest station in Richmond. Another popular train station is Richmond Kew Gardens, located 3 miles from the centre.

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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Richmond using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Richmond takes 217 km and will cost you around £4. From Gloucester, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 338 km.

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 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Richmond to Bristol takes 1h 34m and costs around £26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about £37 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 1.7 miles from the city centre, Richmond is the busiest station in Richmond. Another popular train station is Richmond Kew Gardens, located 3 miles from the centre.

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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Richmond using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Richmond takes 217 km and will cost you around £4. From Gloucester, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 338 km.

Airports near Richmond

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Richmond

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,775 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,723 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,110 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,259 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,679 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,698 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,389 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,160 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,863 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around £95 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

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Coach & Horses Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Staybridge Suites London - Heathrow Bath Road By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Richmond Hill Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£126+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£138+
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Leonardo London Heathrow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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The Petersham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£149+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Hiring a car in Richmond costs £32 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.13 and £21.51. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Richmond costs £32 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.13 and £21.51. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richmond, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

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