Richmond Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Richmond attractions

Western Sydney University Hawkesbury Campus

Explore the campus of Western Sydney University Hawkesbury Campus as part of your travels around Sydney. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Activities

Woman at the Sydney Opera House

Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Great Opera Hits at the Sydney Opera House
Sydney Harbour Cultural Cruise with Island Stop

Sydney Harbour Cultural Cruise with Island Stop

AU$83
per adult
Sydney Harbour Cultural Cruise with Island Stop
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

AU$88
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch

AU$79
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sydney Harbour Discovery Cruise Including Lunch
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Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour

AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour

AU$50
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Richmond Hotel Deals

Colonial Motel Richmond

Colonial Motel Richmond

4 out of 5
161 March St Richmond NSW
The price is AU$145 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$145
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (484 reviews)
"The Colonial is a lovely little hotel that i have stayed at a few times now. Room is huge and a nice place to come back to after a long day on your feet to relax. Walking distance to local take away or a short uber ride to town centre for pubs and restaurants."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Colonial Motel Richmond
SureStay by Best Western New Inn Richmond

SureStay by Best Western New Inn Richmond

2 out of 5
51 Bosworth St, Richmond, Sydney Richmond NSW
The price is AU$153 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$153
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Regent Theatre and Hanna Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
"Have stayed here previously over the years & always felt that we weren't a burden to the management. Always felt welcome, the room was spacious & clean & little traffic noise."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

SureStay by Best Western New Inn Richmond
Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta

Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta

4.5 out of 5
180 GEORGE STREET, Parramatta NSW
The price is AU$160 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$160
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were great and very accommodating"

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Meriton Suites George Street, Parramatta
PARKROYAL Parramatta

PARKROYAL Parramatta

4.5 out of 5
30 Phillip Street Parramatta NSW
The price is AU$250 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$250
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"We arrived 2 hours late for check in the room wasn't ready for us we had to wait for them to clean it, after a 4 hour drive to get there it wasn't an impressive start. We found hair and a chipped piece of glass on the sheets under the blankets. Furniture was out dated/dirty, bathroom sink was sticky ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

PARKROYAL Parramatta
Novotel Sydney Parramatta

Novotel Sydney Parramatta

4 out of 5
350 Church Street Parramatta NSW
The price is AU$180 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$180
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great position but food and drinks way too expensive"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Novotel Sydney Parramatta
Quest Bella Vista

Quest Bella Vista

4 out of 5
24 Norbrik Drive Bella Vista NSW
The price is AU$201 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$201
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (697 reviews)
"The Hotel was conveniently located for the things we wanted to do. The check in was easy and the rooms were clean. We had breakfast at the cafe and the food was nice. We were also pleased that there was parking on site. Overall we had a great experience."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Quest Bella Vista
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Our guide on where to stay in Richmond

Find the best Richmond areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Richmond
Learn more about Richmond
A historic clock tower with a modern skyscraper in the background.

Sydney Central Business District

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

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Darling Harbour

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

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Sydney Olympic Park

Unique features of Sydney Olympic Park include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Accor Stadium or Qudos Bank Arena while you're exploring the area.

The Sydney Harbour Bridge at night, illuminated with lights, with the Sydney Opera House in the background.

The Rocks

A noteworthy feature of The Rocks is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Circular Quay and Museum of Contemporary Art.

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Photo by Jason Nichol/Paramatta City Council
Open Photo by Jason Nichol/Paramatta City Council

Parramatta

Travellers come to Parramatta for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Westfield Parramatta Shopping Centre and Riverside Theatres while you're in town.

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