Yerevan

Welcome to Yerevan

Ancient monuments, holy pilgrim sites, acclaimed modern architecture, bustling street markets and a warm welcome await you in Yerevan.

Top things to see and do in Yerevan

  • Don’t miss Republic Square in the heart of the city of Yerevan, famous for its singing fountains, mosaic rock carpet and beautiful surrounding buildings.
  • Climb the famous Cascade to Victory Park for breathtaking views across the city.
  • Take in the atmosphere of Yerevan’s weekly handcrafts market, packed with beautiful locally made carpets, gifts and jewellery.
  • Relax with a cup of Armenian coffee in one of the many cafes on the historic Northern Avenue.
  • Try one of the many local delicacies - khorovats (barbecue) or lavash (local bread) are particularly good.

Tips for travellers

Just a few kilometres from Yerevan you’ll find the ruins of Zvartnots Temple, built in the 7th century and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You can get around Yerevan by public transportation or taxi. Yerevan's public transport system includes the metro, buses, trolleybuses and trams. You can also make use of the extensive network of "marshrutkas" or minibuses. Public transportation in Yerevan is reliable and generally inexpensive, covering major parts of the city with services running frequently. For a private, less crowded option, you can catch a metred taxi. These are reasonably priced and widely available.

You can get around Yerevan by public transportation or taxi. Yerevan's public transport system includes the metro, buses, trolleybuses and trams. You can also make use of the extensive network of "marshrutkas" or minibuses. Public transportation in Yerevan is reliable and generally inexpensive, covering major parts of the city with services running frequently. For a private, less crowded option, you can catch a metred taxi. These are reasonably priced and widely available.

Airport information

flydubai operates its flights into and out of Yerevan Airport.

Find out more about this airport.