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Country
Armenia
Continent
Asia
Airport
EVN
Currency
Armenian dram (AMD)
Time zone
UTC+4 (all year)
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The pink capital facing Mount Ararat
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Yerevan is the capital and largest city of Armenia: 1,086,677 inhabitants in 2022 according to Wikipedia (EN), a little over a third of the country. One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, it counts as its birth certificate the Urartian fortress of Erebuni, founded in 782 BC. Set on a plain ringed by mountains, above the Hrazdan gorge, it is dominated in clear weather by Mount Ararat. Wide avenues, squares of pink tuff, cafes, museums and art markets make it an easy capital to enjoy.
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Airport and getting into town
Yerevan Airport, about 12 km from the centre
Yerevan Zvartnots (EVN)
Zvartnots International Airport (EVN) is about 12 km west of the centre according to Wikipedia (EN and ES); Wikivoyage (EN) says 14 km. It is the country's main gateway, with direct flights from major airports in Europe, the former CIS and the Middle East. A regular shuttle bus links the airport to the centre according to Wikivoyage (EN) and (DE), and taxis are available; no fares are published here. The terminal is small and easy to navigate.
Distance EVN to centre: about 12 to 14 km depending on the source (Wikipedia EN and ES, Wikivoyage EN). No transfer fares are published here.
Wikivoyage (EN) states that the land borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan are closed, so most visitors arrive by air, from Georgia by road or rail, or from Iran. For a Caucasus trip you can also track Tbilisi (TBS) and Baku (GYD).
Landmarks
Mount Ararat, the Cascade, Saint Gregory Cathedral and the Hrazdan gorge
The centre is explored on foot, from Republic Square to the Cascade. The five places below are illustrated with photos; others are described further down in text only.
Mount Ararat, the city's symbol
In clear weather Mount Ararat raises its snowy summit above Yerevan's rooftops. Wikipedia (ES) makes it the city's main symbol, visible from almost everywhere and shown on its coat of arms. The smaller neighbouring peak stands out on the left. These views are often sharpest early in the morning or after rain.
The Cascade and its fountains
The Cascade is a huge monumental staircase with terraces of pale stone, fountains and sculptures linking the centre to the hill. It belongs to architect Alexander Tamanian's plan according to Wikipedia (EN). The Cafesjian Museum of Art, opened in 2009 according to the same source, is housed here; the gardens at the bottom display sculptures.
Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral
Consecrated in 2001 for the 1700th anniversary of the adoption of Christianity as the national religion, it is the largest Armenian church in the world according to Wikipedia (EN). Its modern architecture draws on traditional Armenian church forms. Modest dress is expected.
The Hrazdan gorge
The Hrazdan river has carved gorges that cut through the city; Wikipedia (FR) calls it the only cool place in the central area in summer. The dry slopes turn golden at sunset, with residential districts along the rim. It is also a spot for walks and viewpoints.
The Cascade terraces in winter
From the top terraces the view opens onto an avenue lined with buildings. The weather can be overcast: Yerevan's winters are short but cold and snowy according to Wikipedia (FR and EN), with big temperature swings within a day. Spring and autumn are more comfortable for the climb on foot.
Other places to look out for include Republic Square with its pink tuff buildings and neoclassical ensemble, the Opera and its Swan Lake park, Katoghike Tsiranavor, the oldest surviving church in the city according to Wikipedia (EN), Erebuni Fortress, the city's birthplace, and the Tsitsernakaberd memorial, built in 1967 above the Hrazdan gorge in memory of the victims of the Armenian genocide.
Museums and culture
Museums: national gallery, manuscripts and contemporary art
The National Gallery and the History Museum
Both founded in 1921, they are the city's principal museums according to Wikipedia (EN) and (ES). The gallery has a permanent display of Armenian painters and works from abroad.
The Matenadaran
A library-museum and research centre on Mashtots Avenue, it holds ancient Armenian manuscripts and texts in Greek, Hebrew, Latin or Persian according to Wikipedia (EN).
The Cafesjian Museum of Art
Opened in 2009 inside the Cascade, it features among other things a large collection of glass art, according to Wikipedia (EN). Prices and hours change: check the official site.
The Erebuni Museum and the Armenian Genocide Museum
The first is an archaeology museum of Urartian finds, founded in 1968; the second stands at the foot of the Tsitsernakaberd memorial and gathers eyewitness accounts and period documents, according to Wikipedia (EN). It is a place to visit with respect.
The Vernissage
This open-air art market on Aram Street, formed in the late 1980s according to Wikipedia (EN), gathers crafts, carved wood, rugs and souvenirs. Wikivoyage (FR) counts more than 40 museums and galleries in the city.
Food and drink
Food and drink: lahmajun, grills and brandy
Dishes to try
Lahmajun is a very thin flatbread topped with a meat and herb paste, sold everywhere according to Wikivoyage (EN). Khorovats means grilled meat or vegetables, dolma stuffed leaves and lavash a flat bread. The traditional breakfast pairs bread and cheese according to Wikipedia (ES), with many sheep's-milk cheeses.
Drinks
Vodka, wine, beer and brandy are all popular according to Wikivoyage (EN); Armenian brandy has been made in Yerevan since the 19th century according to Wikipedia (EN), no brand named here. Wine bars cluster on Saryan Street, and the cafes at the foot of the Cascade are packed in summer.
Markets and districts
Tumanyan Street, Mashtots Avenue and the area around Republic Square concentrate cafes and restaurants. No addresses are named here because venues open and close quickly.
Getting around
Getting around Yerevan
On foot
The centre is compact and easy to walk according to Wikivoyage (EN); watch out for construction sites, potholes and hurried drivers.
Metro, buses and marshrutkas
The metro has a single line of about 12 km, built in the early 1980s, according to Wikivoyage (EN); buses and marshrutkas complete the network. Tickets can be paid with a card or contactless bank card.
Taxis
Wikivoyage (EN) reports taxis that inflate prices for visitors: prefer an app or a metered ride.
To Georgia
Marshrutkas and an overnight train link Yerevan and Tbilisi: about 5 to 6 hours by road and 11 to 12 hours by train according to Wikivoyage (EN). Check current timetables.
Budget and precautions
Budget and precautions
Price level
Yerevan is generally cheaper than Western European capitals for meals, transport and accommodation. No figures are published here because prices move quickly and sources differ.
Everyday safety
Wikivoyage (EN) describes the centre as very safe, with care advised about pickpockets in crowds and on transport, and about unscrupulous taxi drivers.
Regional context
The Caucasus is a sensitive region: some of Armenia's borders are closed and regional disputes persist. Check your own government's travel advice before you go.
When to go
When to go to Yerevan
Spring (March to May)
Changeable in March, then pleasant in May; views of Ararat are often clear after storms.
Summer (June to August)
Long, hot and dry: 35 to 40 degrees are possible in August according to Wikipedia (FR and EN). Terraces and the Hrazdan gorge are the coolest spots.
Autumn (September to November)
Mild and bright in September and October; November cools noticeably.
Winter (December to February)
Short but cold and snowy: January can drop below -15 degrees according to Wikipedia (EN), with big swings within the day.
Wikipedia (EN) classes Yerevan's climate as semi-arid with continental influence, with very little rain. May-June and September-October are the most comfortable times to walk the city.
By length of stay
How many days in Yerevan
Centre and Cascade
Two days cover Republic Square, the Cascade, the Matenadaran and Saint Gregory Cathedral.
Museums and gorge
With three days, add the National Gallery, the Vernissage and a walk in the Hrazdan gorge.
Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap and Sevan
With five days, add the classic excursions from Yerevan to Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap or Lake Sevan.
In pictures
Yerevan in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Yerevan
Where is Yerevan Airport?
Zvartnots (EVN) is about 12 to 14 km west of the centre depending on the source; a shuttle bus and taxis link it to the city.
What currency is used in Yerevan?
The Armenian dram (AMD). Check payment methods and exchange fees before you travel.
What should I see first in Yerevan?
Republic Square, the Cascade, the Matenadaran, Saint Gregory Cathedral, Erebuni Fortress and, in clear weather, Mount Ararat.
Can I enter Armenia from Turkey or Azerbaijan?
According to Wikivoyage (EN) these land crossings are not open: most travellers arrive by air, via Georgia or from Iran. Check the situation before you go.
When is the best time to visit Yerevan?
May to June and September to October; summer is very hot and winter cold, with snow.
Is Yerevan safe for tourists?
Wikivoyage (EN) describes the centre as very safe, with the usual precautions. For anything about the wider region, refer to your own government's official advice.
How much does a flight to Yerevan usually cost?
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