Top Things to do in Armenia
10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Armenia That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Armenia, Armenia including Noravank Monastery, Yell Extreme Park, Central Tour, Paragliding in Armenia, Armenian Geographic, Wine & Grapes Spa, Eduard Isabekyan Gallery Yerevan, Alaverdi Guides, Monastery of Sanahin, Parajanov Museum.
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1. Noravank Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 467 reviews
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
This monastery dates from the 13th century and is completely different from other Armenian monasteries. "Noravank" means "new", so this the the "New Monastery". On its first floor, the mausoleum of Prince Burtel Orbelian and his family. Right on its façade, a narrow stone-made staircase (very dangerous, I must say) leads to the upper floor and to "Surb Astvatsatsin", the "Holy Mother of God Church"! It is a major religious and cultural center in Armenia and its visit could be combined with the one to "Khor Virap Monastery", as both monasteries are not very far from each other. Enjoy!
2. Yell Extreme Park
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5.0 based on 106 reviews
Yell Extreme Park is a place where people are flying, overcoming obstacles, climbing over rocks surrounded by extremely beautiful nature without any problem. Current activities of the park include Zip-line (5 different lines), Rope Park, Horseback riding, Via Ferrata, Zorbing, Off-road Tours, Rock Climbing, Paragliding and Paintball.
3. Central Tour
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
Welcome to Central Tour! We greatly encourage you to make Armenia your dream vacation destination this year! Explore the treasures of one of the world’s most ancient countries and its breathtaking beauty with Central Tour!Having been in business since 2010, our company, Central Tour, offers a range of exciting tour packages, group tours, individual tours and many more.
4. Paragliding in Armenia
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5.0 based on 301 reviews
Tandem paragliding flights are a great way to enjoy the full paragliding aerial experience, without having first to learn how to launch and control the paraglider yourself. Your expert paraglider pilot will take care of the launch, flight and landing for you! If You need an accommodation to stay in Yerevan, we can offer You a nice stay at the hostel Glide, and in this case You'll get a 10% discount for the flight.
5. Armenian Geographic
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5.0 based on 36 reviews
We organise first-hand hiking tours in Armenia and Artsakh. Our aim is to show you Armenia from different angles, to get off the beaten path and discover the undiscovered.
6. Wine & Grapes Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 225 reviews
Reviewed By 379ania
Me and my husband always love being here. This our 4th time here and every time we feel like first time. Place is very stylish and beautiful, environment is unbelievably clean, everything is one time use only. The ladies who does the massages are extremely professional they have 15+ years of experience. I highly recommend this spa to everyone who loves uniqueness.
7. Eduard Isabekyan Gallery Yerevan
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5.0 based on 97 reviews
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.
Reviewed By haykoa2021
The building is very nice, there's a QR code on every art piece so it's easy to understand the artists vision. You can ask the guide if you need more details. Our guide was so sweet and welcoming. Eduard's technique is so interesting, it's totally worth to take a look.
8. Alaverdi Guides
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5.0 based on 105 reviews
This is part of a local community economic initiative to improve your experience when visiting our region. In addition, unemployment in the region is high and to encourage youngsters to stay in their home town it is essential that job opportunities are developed. Currently most tour guides come from Yerevan and they provide generic tours. The locals do not benefit and tourists do not get to experience the passion and pride for their home that a local tour guide can share. All of our tours are unique: they have been developed over a two year period involving significant research into the locations, history and with the support and assistance of the National Matenadaran, the Armenian Apostolic Church, the Armenian National Archives and History museums, the regional government, local experts and numerous technical, research and general publications from the 19th to the 21st Century. We want you to enjoy your stay here, recommend it to your friends and stay longer.
9. Monastery of Sanahin
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4.5 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By JaneneDavis - Cambridge, United States
Visited the Haghpat Monastery and Sanahin 10-13th centuries UNESCO heritage sites in the fall, 9 November. About 35 km from Georgian border. Stunning views from this mountain location. Haghpat is regal with commanding views and Sanahin is so beautiful and serene capturing all the fall colors. Haghpat lies on a dissected plateau and ascent to and from the river is quite a climb. I was fortunate to be accompanied by Lilit who is a very knowledgeable guide and provided detailed descriptions of the complex and Byzantine ecclesiastical and traditional vernacular architecture of the Caucasian region. And importantly the history. If you have an accomplished guide it adds so much more to the experience. The monasteries were important learning centers for centuries. Haghpat Monastery was once one of the largest centres of science, with a rich collection of manuscripts plus places for copying and studying. Monks could study medicine, astronomy, music, literature, etc One of the handful of Armenian khachkars to feature Jesus Christ is on display at Haghpat Monastery. Not too far from the monasteries is the 5-7th Century Holy Church of Odzun perched on top of a high plateau. Three naves of pink felsite basilica and barrel vaulted roof with a later 19th century of two small bell towers addition is a charming sight. We were fortunate enough to meet the engaging priest who gave us a personal tour, and I suspect he does this often. Please note that the 175 km drive in view of road works made this a long day and probably added an hour to our drive. The positive side was that Lilit used this time to provide me with her impressions of current and past history and culture of the Armenian people which made it very personal. Ruben, our driver, was diligent at navigating his way through all the road constructions safely, and we all had great fun stopping at the bakery on the way there. These sites are amazing and time well spent if you are interested and intrigued by Armenia’s history and culture. Highly recommend Jan Armenia Tours and Lilit and Ruben who made me very welcome and ensured that I had a great time.
10. Parajanov Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 545 reviews
Reviewed By lolitam867
Highly recommended museum that provides with the opportunity to learn about a titan of the cinema, who didn't succumb to Soviet cruelty.
