Things to do & places to visit in Yerevan, Armenia

Long fought over by warring empires, the city of Yerevan survived centuries of foreign occupation, finally becoming independent with the fall of the Soviet Union. This capital city, a center of Armenian culture, has celebrated its freedom with a flurry of construction and a growing population. Despite this push forward, history survives in Yerevan - The Institute of Ancient Manuscripts houses books dating back to the 9th century, and the ruins of the Erebuni Fortress, built in 782 BC, still stand.

Yerevan #1 destination in Armenia 2023. The average rating score is 4.53 based on 18.2k traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Yerevan, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 11:58.

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General weather summary in May

68°F - 45°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Moderately chilly, humid but cool

Feels like

38%

Chance of rain

146.0 millimeters

Amount

9.2 mph

Wind speed

62%

Humidity

14.4

Daylight length

5:47 AM

Sunrise

8:09 PM

Sunset

53%

Cloud cover

Sweater

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Top things to do (19)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Armenian Genocide Museum (1.522 reviews)
- Gut-wrenching but a full knowledge museum
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

A little trip to outside the main attractions this iconic museum is one of the must see during your trip in Yerevan. Trigger warning. Photos of corpse, hanging, and other forms of death are featured within the first part of the museum so better just pass along if you don’t have the faint of heart. My favorite part of the museum is the last stories where it was located on the ground floor (they are still renovating as of this writing). How Armenians build themselves from the ground up, being a refugee, telling their stories to the world and much more. I even bought a book written by a first-hand experience for me to understand on what really happened. See more..
5.0 Caucasian Mountains (307 reviews)
- Gorgeous mountains
Mountains

Caucasus mountains are one of the cleanest and most beautiful mountains. We went to Armenia when the snow started to fall. We have the best taxi driver that even zero visibility in the mountains he can drive. It was fun seeing snow capped Caucasus mountains. Must see. See more..
5.0 Yerevan Park (242 reviews)
- Excellent venue, great quality and very well managed.
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks • Rides & Activities • Parks

Escape to Yerevan Park - the world of never-ending joy and unstoppable adventure! The region's largest theme park offers 24 indoor and outdoor kid, family, and thrill rides from top European manufacturers and Ice Skating Rink during the winter season. The attractions include a Thrill Coaster, 360 Swing Ride, Ferris Wheel, Roller Coaster, Rotating Ship, a huge double-story playground, labyrinth, and much more! The entrance ticket involves unlimited access to all the attractions and the ice-skating rink for the whole day! In between the rides guests may enjoy special performances, game zone, the food court, a merchandise shop, and a leisure zone. See more..
5.0 Eduard Isabekyan Gallery Yerevan (170 reviews)
- A must see in Yerevan
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Edvard Isabekyan gallery was founded in 2004 and opened in 2013. Edvard Isabekyan’s son Aram Isabekyan has donated 28 of Edvard’s well known paintings to the city of Yerevan that were presented in his permanent exhibition. Irina Isabekyan has been the director of the gallery since its opening. Edvard Isabekyan’s art is being displayed on the both floors of the gallery. On the circular shaped top floor are his large epical paintings. The painter’s view on history transforms today power, pride, virility and the spirit of past victory. Edvard Isabekyan’s gallery is actively involved in Yerevan’s cultural life. The gallery’s director Irina Isabekyan organizes events, lectures and meetings that are aimed to discover Edvard Isabekyan as a painter, writer, educator, caring citizen but foremost as a patriot. See more..
5.0 Martiros Saryan House Museum (113 reviews)
- Картины Сарьяна вид в живую, это волшебство красок и эмоций
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

Saryan is founder of a modern Armenian national school of painting. Born into an Armenian family in Nakhichevan-on-Don, studied at the Moscow School of Arts. He first visited Armenia, then part of the Russian Empire, in 1901, visiting Lori, Shirak, Echmiadzin, Haghpat, Sanahin, Yerevan and Sevan. He composed his first landscapes depicting Armenia He mainly devoted himself again to landscape painting, as well as portraits. Join to learn more about his life and creations. See more..
5.0 Aguletsi House Museum & Art Cafe (49 reviews)
- Wowee
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Lusik Aguletsi was a painter, Honored Worker of Armenian Culture, collector, writer, ethnology lover and faithful supporter of traditions. A woman, who could preserve more than a thousand different elements of Armenian culture, spending almost all her life on it. In this House Museum the only missing detail of Armenian culture was the cuisine. In the menu we are willing to demonstrate various colors of Armenian authentic cuisine by adding rare dishes. Come and feel the spirit of Armenia! See more..
5.0 Brand Room Women (34 reviews)
- about the store
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Shopping Malls

The store Brand Room Women, which is located at M. Mashtots avenue, 19, is presented a wide range of men's and women's high-quality, branded, and affordable clothing. We are waiting for you with love, to make the impossible possible together. See more..
5.0 Armenian Genocide Museum (1.522 reviews)
- Gut-wrenching but a full knowledge museum
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

A little trip to outside the main attractions this iconic museum is one of the must see during your trip in Yerevan. Trigger warning. Photos of corpse, hanging, and other forms of death are featured within the first part of the museum so better just pass along if you don’t have the faint of heart. My favorite part of the museum is the last stories where it was located on the ground floor (they are still renovating as of this writing). How Armenians build themselves from the ground up, being a refugee, telling their stories to the world and much more. I even bought a book written by a first-hand experience for me to understand on what really happened. See more..
5.0 Caucasian Mountains (307 reviews)
- Gorgeous mountains
Mountains

Caucasus mountains are one of the cleanest and most beautiful mountains. We went to Armenia when the snow started to fall. We have the best taxi driver that even zero visibility in the mountains he can drive. It was fun seeing snow capped Caucasus mountains. Must see. See more..
5.0 Yerevan Park (242 reviews)
- Excellent venue, great quality and very well managed.
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks • Rides & Activities • Parks

Escape to Yerevan Park - the world of never-ending joy and unstoppable adventure! The region's largest theme park offers 24 indoor and outdoor kid, family, and thrill rides from top European manufacturers and Ice Skating Rink during the winter season. The attractions include a Thrill Coaster, 360 Swing Ride, Ferris Wheel, Roller Coaster, Rotating Ship, a huge double-story playground, labyrinth, and much more! The entrance ticket involves unlimited access to all the attractions and the ice-skating rink for the whole day! In between the rides guests may enjoy special performances, game zone, the food court, a merchandise shop, and a leisure zone. See more..
4.5 Cafesjian Center for the Arts (3.173 reviews)
- A must visit in Yerevan!
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Art Museums

The Cafesjian Center for the Arts is dedicated to bringing the best of contemporary art to Armenia and presenting the best of Armenian culture to the world. Inspired by the vision of its founder, Gerard L. Cafesjian, the Center offers a wide variety of exhibitions, including a selection of important work from the Gerard L. Cafesjian Collection of contemporary art. Having celebrated its grand opening in November 2009, CCA continues to exhibit unique works of modern and contemporary art and offers a diverse program of lectures, films, concerts, and numerous educational initiatives for adults and children. Over one million people have visited the Center annually since its opening. See more..
4.5 Republic Square (2.749 reviews)
- Visiting Armenia's most important civic space!
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

"Republic Square" was designed, in 1924, by iconic Russian-born Armenian architect Alexander Tamanyan in his plans for renovating Yerevan. It consists of a roundabout and a pool. At the roundabout, five major neoclassical buildings - the "Government House", the "History Museum and National Gallery", the "Armenia Marriott Hotel", and the former headquarters of the "Ministry of Foreign Affairs" and of the "Ministry of Transport and Communications". At the pool, the gracious and popular "Dancing Fountains". You will certainly pass through "Republic Square" many times during your visit to Yerevan, as it is the usual way to some of the city's most important attractions. The square is generally busy and crowded, principally in the evenings when the "Dancing Fountains" are on! Unmissable! Enjoy! See more..
4.5 Matenadaran - The Museum of Ancient Manuscripts (1.413 reviews)
- Enlightening
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

Proudly situated at the head of an enormous boulevard stands this impressive cathedral like museum houses the nation's collection of ancient manuscripts. It is also a major research institute. It was our first museum in Yerevan and the guided tour by our wonderfully passionate guide gave us an introduction and insight into Armenian civilisation. Made a great start to exploring the country. See more..
4.5 Dancing Fountains (905 reviews)
- A must-see
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Fountains

I have been to Armenia twice and this place at night is my absolute favorite place of all places in Yerevan. It is one of the best water fountain shows I have seen. The music, the lights, and the dancing fountains are mesmerizing. The music keeps changing and the lights and the movements of the fountain change with it. The fountains dance beautifully to the music and make you in awe. This is a must-see if you come to Yerevan. See more..
4.5 Tsitsernakaberd (879 reviews)
- The GENOCIDE Museum - be prepared to be horrified!!!
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Monuments & Statues

I am an Englishman who has been to Auschwitz but what the Nazis did to the Jews in World War 2, is NOTHING compared to what the TURKS did to the Armenian men, WOMEN and CHILDREN!!!! ALL TURKS should visit this monument to appreciate what a disgraceful and barbaric ancestry they have descended from and be ASHAMED!! The Nazis and ESPECIALLY the Turks make me ashamed to be a member of the human race. If you want to cry for several hours, as I did, visit this monument to the suffering of a peaceful friendly nation. See more..
4.5 History Museum of Armenia (840 reviews)
- Bronze Age exhibition is fantastic
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums

Great museum, especially the section dedicated to the Bronze Age. So comprehensive! There were a few times that I was confused with the order of the exhibitions -this may have just been me walking the wrong way through the exhibits... The only let down was the section on the Soviet Occupation-there was no English language information in that one section. Otherwise-this museum is really interesting. See more..
4.5 Vernissage Market (813 reviews)
- Huge variety of souvenirs
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Flea & Street Markets

You can find in Vernissage the best examples of Armenian folk art, unique jewelry, exclusive handmade masterpieces craftsmanship. Visit Vernissage pavilion in Tashir street shopping gallery and take a piece of Armenia with you . See more..
4.5 Parajanov Museum (578 reviews)
- Wonderful and original
Saturday: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

I ad heard of Parajanov the film maker, but I did not know that of his extensive and VERY original art work. I visited this museum with my teen son. We were both pleasantly surprised and pleased with the variety of materials used in his work and the originality of almost all the items in the museum. This might be up the ally of some art conoisseurs, but the ogirinality of the ideas and materials used is amazing. See more..
4.5 ARARAT Museum (577 reviews)
- Enjoyable, informative, memorable.
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Speciality Museums

ARARAT Museum is a unique place representing the history of Armenian Brandy. Offering tours in 5 lgs it covers all the milestones of the ARARAT history. See more..
4.5 Smoking Woman (393 reviews)
- One of Botero's awesome sculptures in Yerevan!
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

Fernando Botero is one of the most acclaimed living sculptors in the whole world! Finding one single work by this Medellín born Colombian artist is already fantastic, but at Yerevan's "Cafesjian Sculpture Garden", in the "Cascade Complex", you will simply find "three" of his masterpiece works. "Mujer que Fuma" (Smoking Woman), a bronze dark brown patina sculpture, sided the "Gatto" (The Cat) and the "Guerrero Romano" (Roman Warrior), dates from 1987 and is one of the must-see statues at this breathtaking garden. Enjoy! See more..
4.5 The Armenian National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Alexander Spendiaryan (381 reviews)
- Simply, the Opera!
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Theaters

Its official name is "Alexander Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Academic Theater", or simply, "The Opera"! The magnificent building was designed by iconic Russian-born Armenian architect Alexander Tamanyan and was inaugurated in 1933. Nevertheless, its construction continued until 1953, when it finally ended. Under its very same roof, "The Opera" houses two halls, both shaped as amphitheaters and with perfect accoustics, offering busy and consistent programmes. Ballets, concerts and operas, of course, are scheduled all year round, with special attention to an Armenian traditional repertoire. While visiting Yerevan, check their programmes and maybe you have a chance to attend a superb presentation at the "Aram Khachaturyan Concert Hall" (1400 seats) or at the "Alexander Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet National Theater" (1200 seats). Just unmissable! Enjoy! See more..
4.5 Lovers' Park (275 reviews)
- Loved it
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM Parks

Lovers' Park Landscaping and Design Project started in 2006. The design for the reconstruction of the new Lovers' Park was conceived by Pierre Rambach, a well-known landscape architect from Switzerland, author of many books and articles on Japanese and Oriental gardens. After a year's research the renowned architect created the sketch plan which was approved by the Municipality of Yerevan. The plan reflects the basic principles of traditional oriental gardens. This is a haven of nature in a highly urbanized city with a peculiar inhabitable environment conceived by Mr. Rambach. Lovers' Park covers an area of 1.6 hectares (16'419 square meter/176'732 square feet). An artificial lake with two islands is located in the eastern side of the park. One of the islands serves as a stage for the 200-seat amphitheater opposite the lake. There are two waterfalls in the park, cascading into rivulets and flowing into the large lake. The park's Achajour café is one of favorite pastime places for Yerevan residents. The park is designed with the needs of physically challenged people in mind. The park has a public toilet, which includes a special cubicle for wheelchairs. There are no steps in the park, which enables easy access of wheelchairs to all parts. See more..
4.5 Charles Aznavour Square (250 reviews)
- Family Vacation
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

Very close to everything and theaters. Fund to walk around and stop to eat at the restaurants around that area. Thanks See more..
4.5 National Gallery of Armenia (225 reviews)
- Nice museum
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Art Museums • History Museums

This modest museum contains 7 floors of Armenian art. It's located in the same building as the National History Museum. Unlike the National History Museum, it does have an elevator, but I do not think it's handicap accessible because the entrance to the museum requires a large flight of stairs (if I am wrong, please correct me) The admission is very inexpensive. I paid for all three special exhibits, and the total cost came to only $5. Just like the National History Museum, the only toilets are located on the ground floor. There are no water fountains in the museum, but you are permitted to bring bottled water. Don't go there expecting the Louvre. But it will give you a very nice insight into different Armenian artists that span many different centuries. It is not crowded. You can take your time quietly browsing all the exhibits. See more..
4.5 Noy Yerevan Brandy Factory (212 reviews)
- Great tour
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Distilleries

Thank you Lileth for providing an excellent tour in English. They take you down till the cellars and make sure you have a great time. Tasting is also great, however i fell it is a bit more expensive when compares to Ararat tour. See more..
4.5 Erebuni Town-Fortress (207 reviews)
- Fascinating fortress
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is the oldest site in Yerevan from which the city took it's name. Though a little sadly neglected on site, due to their lack of funds, there is an excellent museum which is very up to date and contains treasures from the early history of the Armenians. We were fascinated by this history - going back to very early times, and it's treasures. Armenia is a most evocative and beautiful country, only just recovering from Communist neglect and rediscovering hope for their national future. This site puts everything into it's long and distinguished historical context See more..
4.5 Megerian Carpet Museum (201 reviews)
- Experience the carpet making craftsmanship and history of Armenia
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Megerian Carpet is the only tourist destination in Yerevan which offers multiple landmark attractions in one unique location. You can enjoy the rich traditions of the Armenian rug weaving culture, view antique rugs dating back over 500 years and indulge in delicious Armenian recipes from centuries ago, while enjoying the ambiance of live Armenian music. See more..
4.5 Dalan Art Gallery (200 reviews)
- Should visit
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries

Very warm and friendly place. With a lot of handmade things and amazing cafe outside. Have been here and enjoyed it. Staff is also very nice. See more..
4.5 Zoravor S. Astvatsatsin Church (92 reviews)
- Small but solemn and beautiful
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

A hidden jem indeed. I chanced upon this in google map while searching for the address of a tour service, and since I was really looking for interesting places in the Yerevan that are not so frequented by tourists, I'd say this was a blessing... A beautiful small church, with very solemn atmosphere, very good for prayer and meditation... See more..
4.5 Cafesjian Center for the Arts (3.173 reviews)
- A must visit in Yerevan!
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Art Museums

The Cafesjian Center for the Arts is dedicated to bringing the best of contemporary art to Armenia and presenting the best of Armenian culture to the world. Inspired by the vision of its founder, Gerard L. Cafesjian, the Center offers a wide variety of exhibitions, including a selection of important work from the Gerard L. Cafesjian Collection of contemporary art. Having celebrated its grand opening in November 2009, CCA continues to exhibit unique works of modern and contemporary art and offers a diverse program of lectures, films, concerts, and numerous educational initiatives for adults and children. Over one million people have visited the Center annually since its opening. See more..