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Yerevan, Armenia

Things to Do in Yerevan

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Group Tour: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin)

Most booked tours and tickets in Yerevan

Group Tour: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin)

Group Tour: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin)

4.91,447 reviews9h
Group Tour: Garni, Symphony of Stones, Geghard, Lavash Baking

Group Tour: Garni, Symphony of Stones, Geghard, Lavash Baking

4.91,345 reviews5h
Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave

Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave

4.9881 reviews9h
Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan

Garni Geghard Symphony of Stones Lavash Baking Tour from Yerevan

4.8757 reviews6h
Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway)

Group Tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev monasteries (wayback on Ropeway)

4.9715 reviews14h
Sevan Dilijan Haghartsin Goshavank Tour from Yerevan

Sevan Dilijan Haghartsin Goshavank Tour from Yerevan

4.7573 reviews8h
Group Tour: Echmiadzin Cathedral & churches, Zvartnots Temple

Group Tour: Echmiadzin Cathedral & churches, Zvartnots Temple

4.9486 reviews4h
Cultural Walking Tour in Yerevan with Armenian food Tastings

Cultural Walking Tour in Yerevan with Armenian food Tastings

4.9409 reviews4h

Top sights in Yerevan

  1. 1Republic Square
  2. 2Cascade Complex
  3. 3Armenian Genocide Memorial
  4. 4Matenadaran Manuscript Museum
  5. 5Garni Temple (day trip)
  6. 6Geghard Monastery (day trip)
  • Walk Through Millennia of History: Explore one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, where history is layered in stone. Stand before the 1st-century pagan Garni Temple, marvel at the 4th-century Etchmiadzin Cathedral (the world's oldest cathedral), and trace the Armenian alphabet at the Matenadaran repository of ancient manuscripts.
  • Experience Legendary Hospitality & Café Culture: Armenians are renowned for their warmth. Experience 'tonir' hospitality with a family-style meal featuring lavash bread baked in an underground clay oven, then join locals in the city's countless open-air cafes for strong coffee, lively conversation, and people-watching.
  • Sip World-Class Brandy & Discover Ancient Wines: Visit the Ararat Brandy Factory for a tasting of cognac-style brandies that impressed Winston Churchill, then explore Armenia's 6,000-year-old winemaking tradition at vineyards in the Areni region or urban wine bars like In Vino.

Tickets and passes in Yerevan

Yerevan Card Including Free 30+ Museums, 5+ Tours & Discounts

Yerevan Card Including Free 30+ Museums, 5+ Tours & Discounts

4.999 reviews24h

Food and drink experiences in Yerevan

Group Tour: Amberd, Aragats, Lake Kari, Saghmosavank, Alphabet

Group Tour: Amberd, Aragats, Lake Kari, Saghmosavank, Alphabet

4.9442 reviews8h
Garni, Geghard & Symphony Small-Group Day Trip with Lavash Baking

Garni, Geghard & Symphony Small-Group Day Trip with Lavash Baking

4.9298 reviews6h
Group Tour: Hin Areni Winery, Tatev (wayback on Ropeway), Khndzoresk Caves

Group Tour: Hin Areni Winery, Tatev (wayback on Ropeway), Khndzoresk Caves

4.9239 reviews14h
Group Tour: Shaki waterfall, Tatev monastery & ropeway, Hin Areni winery

Group Tour: Shaki waterfall, Tatev monastery & ropeway, Hin Areni winery

4.9238 reviews13h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Yerevan

Group Tour: Tsaghkadzor (Kecharis, Ropeway), Lake Sevan, Trout barbecue treat

Group Tour: Tsaghkadzor (Kecharis, Ropeway), Lake Sevan, Trout barbecue treat

4.9616 reviews7h
Group Tour: Garni pagan temple, Geghard monastery, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank

Group Tour: Garni pagan temple, Geghard monastery, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank

4.9572 reviews8h
Group Tour: Khor Virap, Garni temple, Geghard, Lavash baking

Group Tour: Khor Virap, Garni temple, Geghard, Lavash baking

4.9544 reviews8h
Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin

Group Tour: Haghpat, Zarni-Parni Caves, Akhtala, Aramyants Castle, Sanahin

4.9411 reviews13h

Hidden gems in Yerevan

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Blue Mosque

An active, beautifully restored 18th-century Shia mosque with a tranquil courtyard and garden, located in the city center.

Megerian Carpet Museum & Factory

A museum, workshop, and store dedicated to the ancient art of Armenian carpet weaving.

Parajanov Museum

A small, whimsical museum dedicated to the life and surrealist art of famed Armenian film director Sergei Parajanov.

Kond Pedestrian Tunnel

A long, tiled Soviet-era pedestrian tunnel connecting the Kond district to the city center, now covered in vibrant street art.

Lovers' Park (Park of Lovers)

A beautifully landscaped, modern park near the Opera House, featuring contemporary sculptures, a small lake, and a waterfall.

Day trips from Yerevan

Garni Temple & Geghard Monastery

45-60 min by taxi or guided tour

This classic combo pairs Armenia's only surviving pagan temple, a stunning Greco-Roman structure from the 1st century, with the breathtaking Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site partially carved out of the adjacent mountain in the 4th century.

Khor Virap Monastery

45 min by taxi or marshrutka

Famous for its iconic postcard view of Mount Ararat looming directly behind it, Khor Virap is a monastery built over the underground pit where St. Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned for 13 years before converting Armenia to Christianity.

Lake Sevan & Sevanavank Monastery

60-90 min by car or bus

Escape to the 'Blue Pearl of Armenia,' one of the largest high-altitude freshwater lakes in the world. Visit the 9th-century Sevanavank monastery on a peninsula for panoramic views and enjoy fresh fish from the lake at a local restaurant.

Plan your Yerevan trip

Things to do in Yerevan: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Yerevan?+

Top sights include Republic Square, Cascade Complex, Armenian Genocide Memorial and Matenadaran Manuscript Museum. Away from the crowds, try Blue Mosque and Megerian Carpet Museum & Factory.

What are the most popular tours in Yerevan?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Group Tour: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin) (4.9 stars, 1,447 reviews); Group Tour: Garni, Symphony of Stones, Geghard, Lavash Baking (4.9 stars, 1,345 reviews); Group tour: Khor Virap, Noravank, Areni Winery and Cave (4.9 stars, 881 reviews).

How much do tours in Yerevan cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €22 and €345 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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