What are the best things to do in Yerevan?
Top picks in Yerevan include Republic Square, Cascade Complex, Armenian Genocide Memorial (Tsitsernakaberd), Garni Temple day trip. See the full list and itinerary on this Yerevan travel guide.
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Yerevan Travel Guide
Things to do in Yerevan — Explore Yerevan
Why visit Yerevan
thumb|350px|Yerevan's iconic Cascades complex Even though the history of Yerevan dates back to the Erebuni fortress, making it at least 2,800 years old, little remains of what was small settlement saving the excavations at Hrazdan river gorge, Erebuni, Karmir Berd and Avan. These sites have been excavated, and the artifacts found are in museums today. Being on a strategically important place Yerevan was a constant war stage for rival Ottoman, Persian and Russian Empires. It has been repeatedly ruined by those wars… (Source: Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA.)
Yerevan is a stop in Armenia, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Republic Square, Cascade Complex, Armenian Genocide Memorial (Tsitsernakaberd) instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 35–90 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Yerevan
1
Republic Square
2
Cascade Complex
3
Armenian Genocide Memorial (Tsitsernakaberd)
4
Garni Temple day trip
5
Geghard Monastery
6
Matenadaran manuscript museum
7
Vernissage Market
8
Erebuni Fortress
Budget travel
Free things to do in Yerevan
Republic Square
Armenian Genocide Memorial (Tsitsernakaberd)
Garni Temple day trip
Vernissage Market
Katoghike Tsiranavor Church of Avan
St Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral
Saint Sarkis Cathedral
St John The Baptist Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Yerevan itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Katoghike Tsiranavor Church of Avan
- Visit St Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral
- Visit Saint Sarkis Cathedral
- Eat at Master Class
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit St John The Baptist Church
- Visit Republic Square
- Visit Yerevan Zoo
- Eat at Mer Taghe
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Botanical garden of Yerevan
- Visit Children's Railway Park
- Eat at OST
Prefer a full 10-day trip with costs and FAQs? Read the Yerevan itinerary guide.
Budget
Yerevan trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 35–90
per person / day
Luxury
USD 105–170+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Yerevan, Armenia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Yerevan
Estimated total (USD)
$1,900
≈ $950 per person · $271 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $65/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Yerevan mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 35–90 · luxury 105–170+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Master Class
Angus beef kebab sandwiches for 1000 drams (Dec 2021), and a few other items on the small, focused menu.
Mer Taghe
A small lahmejun joint on Tumanyan, and their lahmejuns have a big following. If you have some extra time and want to splurge, try the manti
OST
Cheap cafe, lots of food options and drinks. Very central, try the Ajarakan khachapuri or the lahmejun. Free Wi-Fi.
Meghedi
Cheap cafe, lots of food options and drinks. Very central, next to the Opera at the Freedom Square. Free Wi-Fi.
Tumanyan Shaurma
Yerevan style shawarma. A local chain with a dozen restaurants around Yerevan.
Artashi Mot
Cheap shaurmas, soups and kebabs upstairs, fancier but still well priced sit-down restaurant underground. Great place to have BBQ and to mee
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Bass Boutique Hotel
Small affordable 4-star.
- $
Hotel Europe
Nice little central 3-star hotel.
- $
Erebuni Hotel
3 star, good value for price, comfort and location.
- $
Mia Casa Hotel
Small 3-star.
Shopping
- Covered Market
- Vernissage
- Dalma Garden Mall
- Yerevan Mall
- Metronome Shopping Centre
- RIO Mall
Nightlife
- Calumet
- Roza
- In Vino
- Jack's Pub
- Mirzoyan Library
- Kami Club
Museums & culture
- Katoghike Tsiranavor Church of Avan
- St Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral
- Saint Sarkis Cathedral
- St John The Baptist Church
In pictures
Yerevan gallery
Photos: Սէրուժ Ուրիշեան (Serouj Ourishian), Aleksey Chalabyan a.k.a Xelgen, User:Matthias Süßen, Palickap — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Yerevan travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Yerevan?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Yerevan?
Plan at least 3 days in Yerevan for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Yerevan?
Popular stays in Yerevan include Bass Boutique Hotel, Hotel Europe, Erebuni Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Yerevan cost?
On the ground in Yerevan (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 35–90, and luxury about 105–170+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Yerevan, Armenia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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