Tourist Guide

Useful Information

Who to Call in an Emergency
See Who to Call in an Emergency for contacts in Richmond.

Drinking Law
Legal drinking age in B.C. is 19. Proper photo identification is required.

Tipping for Services

As service charges are not usually added to a bill, a general tip of 12 to 15 per cent is suggested to servers, hairdressers, taxi drivers, etc. For bellhops and doormen at hotels and airports, $1.00 to $2.00 per bag is customary.

Credit Cards and Traveller's Cheques

Richmond businesses accept Canadian currency and most major credit cards. Many businesses accept U.S. currency; some may require photo identification before cashing traveller's cheques.

Accessibility
Richmond is a modern City with regulated accessibility standards for public buildings and public facilities. If you require information regarding access and services for visitors with disabilities please contact the following agencies.

Service Agency Information
General Accessibility Information
Accessibility features of Richmond businesses, including hotels
Accessibility at the airport
Wheelchair accessible transportation
  • Richmond Taxi at 604-272-1111
  • Kimber Cabs at 604-278-2155
  • Garden City Cabs at 604-233-1111
HandyDart - If you are a customer from another jurisdiction, HandyDART transportation can be arranged well in advance of travel.
  • 604-279-7090
Accessible transit on TransLink
RV Sani Dumps
Richmond does not have an RV camp, and there is currently no sani dump service for RVs. Refer to the following list for the nearest station www.sanidumps.com/sanidumps_cdn_bc.php.