Introduction
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. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Richmond has to offer.

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
S$ 139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 139
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 flight to Richmond from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 14h 10m.

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 Sixt and GREEN MOTION , 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 flight to Richmond from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 14h 10m.

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 Sixt and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Airports near Richmond

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (8,245 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,605 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,665 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,247 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,701 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,499 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,616 reviews)
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Where to stay in Richmond

Average rates range from around S$ 255 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 102 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 88+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 261+
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Moxy London Heathrow Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 115+
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ibis budget London Heathrow Central
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
S$ 60+
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ibis London Heathrow Airport
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
S$ 79+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Expect to pay S$ 2.90 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 S$ 34.79 and S$ 46.39. 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.

Expect to pay S$ 2.90 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 S$ 34.79 and S$ 46.39. 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.