- The Cascade Complex is a giant stairway with art and fountains—climb it for the best view of Mount Ararat.
- Republic Square is the heart of the city—see the singing fountains at night.
- The Armenian Genocide Memorial (Tsitsernakaberd) is a moving tribute on a hill.
- Vernissage Market is the place for carpets, wood carvings, and souvenirs (go on weekends).
- Ararat Brandy Factory offers tours and tastings of Winston Churchill's favorite drink.
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When to go: Spring or Autumn
May-June and September-October are perfect. Summer (Jul-Aug) is very hot (40°C).
Winter is cold but sunny.
- Best: May-Jun, Sep.
- Summer: Hot.
- Winter: Cold.
Getting there: Taxi or Bus
Zvartnots Airport (EVN) is 12km away. Airport Express bus runs every 30 mins.
Yandex Taxi / GG Taxi is very cheap ($3-5).
- Taxi: GG/Yandex.
- Bus: Express.
- Price: Cheap.
Where to stay: Kentron
Stay in Kentron (Center). Near Republic Square or the Cascade.
Everything is walkable from there.
- Center: Kentron.
- Cascade: Artsy.
- Square: Busy.
What to see: Cascade and Manuscripts
Climb the Cascade. Visit the Matenadaran (ancient manuscripts).
See the Blue Mosque. Walk Northern Avenue.
- Cascade: Art.
- Books: Matenadaran.
- Mosque: Blue.
- Market: Vernissage.
Food: BBQ and Lavash
Khorovats (BBQ) is king. Lavash (flatbread) is UNESCO listed.
Dolma (stuffed leaves) and Ghapama (stuffed pumpkin) are classics.
- BBQ: Khorovats.
- Bread: Lavash.
- Wrap: Brduj.
- Drink: Brandy.
Getting around: Metro and Taxi
The Metro has one line (Soviet style, cheap). Taxis are the main way to get around.
Walking is best in the center.
- Metro: 100 AMD.
- Taxi: Cheap.
- Walk: Safe.
Budget: Very Cheap
Yerevan is very affordable. Food and transport are cheap.
Accommodation is reasonable.
- Food: Value.
- Taxi: $2.
- Museums: Cheap.
1 Day in Yerevan
Morning: Matenadaran. Climb the Cascade for the view.
Lunch: Dolma and Lavash.
Afternoon: Genocide Memorial. Vernissage Market.
Evening: Republic Square Fountains. Jazz club (Malkhas).
- Morning: View.
- Lunch: Local.
- Afternoon: History.
- Evening: Jazz.
FAQ
Is tap water safe?
Yes! Yerevan has 'Pulpulaks' (drinking fountains) everywhere. The water is cold and delicious.
Is it safe?
Yes, extremely safe. People are very hospitable.
Can I see Ararat?
Yes, on a clear day (morning is best). But the mountain is actually in Turkey.