Guide 🇦🇲 Yerevan

Yerevan
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Republic Square

Central square known for its musical fountains and surrounding government buildings.

Republic Square

Cascade Complex

Giant stairway with art installations, offering panoramic views of the city.

Cascade Complex

Matenadaran

Institute of ancient manuscripts housing a vast collection of historical documents.

Matenadaran

Tsitsernakaberd

Armenian Genocide Memorial complex dedicated to the victims of the 1915 genocide.

Tsitsernakaberd

National Gallery of Armenia

Major art museum with European and Russian works plus standout Armenian painting collections, including celebrated masters displayed on upper floors.


Surp Grigor Lusavorich Cathedral

Armenia’s largest Apostolic cathedral, consecrated in 2001, with a prominent hilltop setting and a three-church complex marking 1700 years of Christianity.


History Museum of Armenia

Premier national museum showcasing Bronze Age finds, medieval khachkars, historic costumes and rare artifacts, located on Republic Square.


Yerevan Brandy Company

Distillery known for producing the famous Armenian Ararat brandy.

Yerevan Brandy Company

Sergei Parajanov Museum

Quirky museum in a 19th-century timber home showcasing the filmmaker’s collages, drawings and photographs—an unforgettable look at Soviet-era creativity.


Centre of Popular Creation

Folk art center showcasing Armenian crafts from carpet weaving to wood carving, with exhibitions, workshops and performances preserving traditions.


Erebuni Fortress

Ancient Urartian fortress considered the birthplace of Yerevan.

Erebuni Fortress

Martiros Sarian Museum

Dedicated museum to Armenia’s influential painter, displaying vibrant works and his studio, illuminating the national style of Armenian art.


Modern Art Museum of Yerevan

Pioneering Soviet-era modern art museum (opened 1972) featuring Armenian avant-garde works and later acquisitions in an intimate central setting.


Vernissage Market

Open-air market offering traditional Armenian crafts and souvenirs.

Vernissage Market

Dalan Art Gallery

Souvenir-packed gallery tucked beneath a traditional dalan archway, offering paintings and crafts as an alternative to the main market.


Blue Mosque

18th-century Shia mosque, notable for its vibrant blue tiles.

Blue Mosque

Mother Armenia Statue

Monument symbolizing peace, located in Victory Park overlooking the city.

Mother Armenia Statue

Yerevan Opera Theatre

Renowned opera house hosting performances of opera and ballet.

Yerevan Opera Theatre

Kentron

Central, most popular visitor area with many cafes, museums, and attractions within walking distance.


The Cascade

A unique stone staircase with gardens and sculptures, offering sweeping city views.


Republic Square

The heart of the city with grand stone buildings, fountains, and a vibrant atmosphere.


Arabkir

Mixed residential and commercial district with parks, cafes, and shops, offering good connectivity and a homely feel.


Opera Theatre Area

A lively area with heavy Soviet architecture and a popular park for families.

Opera Theatre Area

Nork-Marash

Predominantly residential and peaceful, suited to travelers preferring quieter stays and using taxis or a car.


Saryan Street

Known for its vibrant nightlife, wine bars, and restaurants.


Kanaker-Zeytun

Calm residential district with some landmarks, more secluded and reliant on public transport for central sightseeing.


Kond

One of the oldest parts of the city, offering a glimpse of Yerevan before Soviet buildings.

Kond

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Zvartnots International Airport


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