Where to go and what to see in Yerevan in 1, 2 or 3 days? Consider the main attractions that are worth visiting primarily for tourists both in summer and in winter. We will find out the prices for excursions and all the nuances that will be important when visiting the capital of Armenia on your own.
The hospitable blooming Armenia warmly opens its arms to its friends from all over the world. Guests of Yerevan, limited by the time of their trip, ask themselves the question: what can be seen in Yerevan from the sights? Where do you need to go on your own by car or with the help of group programs with private guides?
Attractions in Yerevan and its surroundings
We offer travelers a small list of the main attractions of Yerevan, without which the traveler's impressions will not be complete.
- Cascade and Cafesjian Center for the Arts - an architectural complex, representing a harmonious combination of a sculptural exposition, flowering flower beds and fountains. 740 steps lead to the observation deck with the "Revived Armenia" obelisk. This is what everyone can see on their own in Yerevan. There is a museum of modern art on the territory.
- Huge Republic square - the heart of the capital, where friendly Yerevan residents gather on holidays and days of unrest in front of the government building. The historical museum and the hotel "Marriott Armenia" are also located here. On summer evenings, musical and light fountains are turned on in the square. The best answer to the question of where to take a walk in Yerevan in the evening is at the singing fountain show!
- Matenadaran - is an institute of ancient manuscripts named after St. Mesrop Mashtots. The museum is open only three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday). Those wishing to photograph rarities must pay for this.
- Armenian Genocide Museum open all days of the week except Monday, admission is free. The exposition is located in four halls. This is the answer to the question of what unusual places in Yerevan to see for free and is a must, for many tourists and residents the museum and events are significant.
- Two main Orthodox cathedrals - Church of the Most Holy Theotokos and Cathedral of Saint Gregory the Illuminator.
- For shopping lovers, we recommend the clothing market “Vernissage", And for connoisseurs of cognac - an excursion to factories "Ararat" and "Noah".
If there is time, we recommend that you additionally look at some more interesting places in Yerevan and its surroundings:
- alpine freshwater lake Sevan,
- bird cave.
- be sure to ride the cable car and visit the Tsaghkadzor ski resort.
Prices for excursions in Yerevan in Russian
For tourists who are looking for where to go on excursions in Yerevan, we recommend the best and inexpensive programs with Russian-speaking guides:
- An individual cognitive excursion for two or three people worth 37 euros harmoniously introduces the culture and beliefs, with the history of the people. In six hours, tourists will visit not only Orthodox shrines, but also the Blue Mosque, they will visit with a guide a museum of modern art, a flea market and an art exhibition.
- An individual excursion (with children) will acquaint you with the monument of Hellenism, a unique architectural structure and the center of pilgrimage for Christians - the Geghard monastery complex. Duration five hours, cost - 80 euros.
- Those wishing to learn the secrets of Armenian baking are invited to attend a master class on desserts. Baklava, gata and nazuki - do it yourself in the Yerevan confectionery (for three hours and 25 euros). This is one of the options - what to do in Yerevan with children.
Where to go with children?
Yerevan is very good for family holidays due to the exceptional friendliness of the townspeople and relatively low prices. More and more Russians annually choose Armenia as a summer vacation destination.
- Be sure to take your kids to the famous Yerevan zoo... The animals live in comfortable conditions, willingly communicate with visitors, and let themselves be stroked. It is open from 9 am to 10 pm. Buses run from the Molodezhnaya metro station, the fare is included in the ticket price.
- IN Geological Museum them. O. Karapetyan has a collection of minerals and curious artifacts. It will be of interest to young naturalists. Its address is Baghramyan Avenue 24a, it works on weekdays from 10 to 16 hours.
- Children Railway located in the city park (Hrazdan river), open daily from 11 am.
- Aquapark "Water world»Is located at Prospekt Myasnikyan in Nor Nork district and is open from 11 am to 7 pm (from June 1 to mid-September).
- Entertainment Center Play city - a wonderful place for children's outdoor games with inflatable attractions, slides, houses and many toys. It operates from 12 noon to midnight and is located at 35 Acharyan Street.
Yerevan sightseeing map in Russian
What to see in Yerevan on your own by car?
So, what to visit in Yerevan in 1, 2 or 3 days on your own without using the services of guides? It should be noted that car rental for the whole day can cost up to 20 euros. You can see much more by car, saving both time and money.
Based on our own experience of booking transfers, we recommend looking for options on Economybookings.
- First day, if the weather is hot and the clouds do not block the sun, it is best to devote a trip to Lake Sevan and the monastery Sevanavank... It is located seventy-three kilometers east of Yerevan. The ascetic ancient monastery can be viewed free of charge.
The panorama of the lake from the height of the Sevanavank monastery is especially beautiful. In the vicinity of the fresh lake you can see obsidian rocks, buy souvenirs from it. Surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the North Caucasus, the absolutely blue water surface of the southern lake is amazing!
The swimming season in the lake is from late July to early September. On the shore, gazebos with barbecue facilities are rented, where you can stay for the whole day and have barbecue. Take the opportunity to taste fish ishkhan, which will not be offered anywhere else but this place. If you are traveling in spring or autumn, be sure to take warm clothes, in the mountains a cold wind and rain may come.
On the way back to Yerevan you can visit Geghard monastery and pagan Garni temple... Upon returning to the city - take a walk on the Cascade on Tamanyan Street and in the Museum of Contemporary Art. From the top of the Cascade, a panorama of Yerevan and Mount Ararat opens.
In the evening (from 20 hours) plan your visit Republic Square, where at 21 o'clock the singing fountains will turn on. There, on Abovyan 1/1, you can taste excellently prepared and affordable dishes of traditional Armenian cuisine in one of the Karas restaurant chain.
- Second day you can devote a trip to the monastery complex of the Armenian Apostolic Church of the XIII-XIV centuries Noravank... It is one hundred and twenty kilometers southeast of Yerevan along a very picturesque mountain road.
An incredibly interesting so-called "bird cave". It's easy to reach out and touch the bats hanging from top to bottom. It is interesting to see the active excavations and cultural layers of 5-6 thousand years ago. The entrance to the caves opens near the river (the passage between the buildings of the cafe and the hotel), you need to go around them on the left. One entrance in the form of a narrow crevice. The other is much broader.
After lunch, you can go to house-museum the great composer Aram Khachaturian or the great chansonnier Charles Aznavour. On the way - visit the Surb Zoravor Astvatsatsin church and the square of France with the nearby National Opera and Ballet Theater. Next to him is Swan lake - a decorative reservoir with an area of three thousand square meters.
Do not forget to take a photo near the Kniga monument in front of the Khnko-Aper library building. And when it gets dark, we recommend admiring the world's largest Armenian Apostolic Cathedral illuminated from all sides Saint Gregory the Illuminator on Yervand Kochar street. It was built in 1997 to commemorate the 1700th anniversary of the baptism of Armenia.
- The third day - a trip to the monastery and Khor Virap temple (this is forty-five kilometers south of Yerevan). It stands almost at the foot of Mount Ararat on the very border with Turkey. Here, once in an underground dungeon, Saint Gregory the Illuminator languished, who later became the first Armenian Catholicos.
The afternoon can be devoted to shopping at Vernissage (intersection of Aram and Hanrapetutyan streets) and in numerous boutiques in the center of the capital. It is difficult to choose something from an unprecedented variety: antiques and carpets, silver jewelry, ceramics in national technique, handmade musical instruments, and much more. It is very important here to bargain to the last in order to get the best price!
You can spend the evening on the eve of departure in the restaurant "Old Yerevan"(Northern Avenue, 2). The top floor offers excellent views of the evening city, prices and service are very reasonable. Excellent kebab and aromatic wine are the best end of the trip.
And let all the old stereotypes and prejudices about recreation in the Caucasus dissolve in the cool of the night. Take home the most pleasant and warm impressions of Armenia and a burning desire to definitely return to the city of pink houses more than once.
Walking route
Where to stay in Yerevan inexpensively?
When choosing hotels in the city center or private accommodation, we always use discounted offers, it is very beneficial, especially when visiting the city for a long time.
