Things to Do in Richmond, BC
Pursue your passion or discover a new one in Pacific Canada’s playground.
Richmond is where you can eat, play, explore, and shop unlike anywhere else in the world. Stunning nature, delightful culinary adventures, and a unique multicultural essence will delight your senses and ignite your curiosity. Here’s a taste of what Richmond has to offer.
Eat
Travel the Dumpling Trail and visit the Golden Village for the most authentic Chinese food outside of China, or try the 800+ other restaurants serving food from around the world. Don’t miss the Richmond Night Market for a unique street food experience, and meet the city’s emerging food and drink producers in East Richmond.
Play
Richmond’s weather and geography make it ideal for waterfront bike rides as well as whale watching expeditions where you’ll see orcas, porpoises, sea lions, eagles, and more. Or check out the Olympic Experience at the Richmond Olympic Oval, Canada’s only official Olympic museum, and experience winter Olympic sports on hyper-realistic simulators.
Explore
Richmond is home to two stunning National Historic Sites, both located in the historic fishing village of Steveston. Britannia Shipyards is where wooden ships were once handmade, and few places tell Richmond’s early story like the iconic Gulf of Georgia Cannery, once the epicenter of Canada’s Pacific fishing industry. Beautiful Garry Point Park, located not far from both sites, makes a great place to rest and enjoy the waterfront before a relaxing stroll.
Shop
Malls, big box stores, and boutiques offer a variety of shopping experiences. Bring home a piece of Richmond with Steveston Village’s artisan crafts, eclectic fashions, and locally handmade gifts. And for those seeking high fashion without the high prices, McArthurGlen Designer Outlet offers up to 70% off on luxury brands.
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Activities & Attractions
Whale watching, go-karting, escape rooms—there is always something new to discover.
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Outdoor Activities
From biking and fishing to geocaching and golfing, it's easy to enjoy the outdoors in Richmond.
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Arts, Culture & History
Explore national historic sites, art galleries, museums, temples, and more.
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Night Market
Eat your way through Richmond's famous night market.
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Shopping
This is a shopper’s paradise, filled with bustling malls, big box stores, and charming boutiques.
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Entering Storybrooke
Did you know that Steveston plays Storybrooke in the TV series Once Upon a Time?
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