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 26,121, Richmond is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. 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, Noir Restaurant (175 Swan Street) and Future Future (191 Swan Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, New Quarter (79 Swan St) and Corner Hotel (57 Swan Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Richmond.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in April
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in April
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 22 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 3 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Richmond. From Sydney, the bus ride to Richmond takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Plane

When flying to Richmond, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 22 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 3 km from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Richmond. From Sydney, the bus ride to Richmond takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Richmond

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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The Langham Melbourne
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$211+
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Crown Towers Melbourne
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$350+
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Crowne Plaza Melbourne
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$215+
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Adara Richmond Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$106+
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Atlantis Hotel Melbourne
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$105+
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Crown Metropol Melbourne
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$264+
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Hiring a car in Richmond

Hiring a car in Richmond costs $78 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $1.66 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 $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda CR-V or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Richmond costs $78 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $1.66 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 $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Richmond is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda CR-V or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Richmond

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$61/day

Compact

Pick-up truck

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$64/day

Pick-up truck
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