City: Yerevan
Top Things to do in Yerevan
What to do and see in Yerevan, Armenia: The Best Free Things to do
Long fought over by warring empires, the city of Yerevan survived centuries of foreign occupation, finally becoming independent with the fall of the Soviet Union. This capital city, a center of Armenian culture, has celebrated its freedom with a flurry of construction and a growing population. Despite this push forward, history survives in Yerevan - The Institute of Ancient Manuscripts houses books dating back to the 9th century, and the ruins of the Erebuni Fortress, built in 782 BC, still stand.
Restaurants in Yerevan
1. Caucasian Mountains
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5.0 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By JAPRADHA - Pune, India
The Caucaus mountain range is simply amazing ...we visited it in Azerbaijan ,Georgia & Armenia....thick forest ,snow peaks in summer ,lot of hairpin bends makes it simply beautiful...a must visit place.
2. Armenian Genocide Museum
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5.0 based on 1,467 reviews
Reviewed By TheAxeMan007 - Melbourne, Australia
This is a must visit place. It vividly captures the plight of Armenians living in Turkey during WW1, it gives perspective of current values of Armenia. It will leave you in a state of shock by the horror captured on film of the genocide.
3. Tsitsernakaberd
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4.5 based on 866 reviews
Reviewed By Phillip8789 - Terrigal, Australia
The Memorial is located about 100 meters from the Genocide Museum. The Eternal Flame that glows within the centre of the 12 columns is poignant, beautifully understated within its surrounds, as such a Memorial to those victims of a genocide should be. Moving, thought-provoking and an important reminder of the past - unfortunately, not being heeded in today's worldwide society.
4. Republic Square
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4.5 based on 2,690 reviews
Reviewed By Golab162016
Was in Armenia September 2019 walked in to republic square in Armenia several time and enjoyed very much at night the water show very colorful and enjoyed the music nice ambiance full of people and happiness in the air u should definitely visit republic square
5. Cafesjian Center for the Arts
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4.5 based on 3,097 reviews
The Cafesjian Center for the Arts is dedicated to bringing the best of contemporary art to Armenia and presenting the best of Armenian culture to the world. Inspired by the vision of its founder, Gerard L. Cafesjian, the Center offers a wide variety of exhibitions, including a selection of important work from the Gerard L. Cafesjian Collection of contemporary art. Having celebrated its grand opening in November 2009, CCA continues to exhibit unique works of modern and contemporary art and offers a diverse program of lectures, films, concerts, and numerous educational initiatives for adults and children. Over one million people have visited the Center annually since its opening.
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
At Yerevan's "Kentron District", you will certainly get your attention caught by impressive gardens and an awesome building: this the "Cascade Complex", which houses the "Cafesjian Center for the Arts". An art museum in and around gardens, fountains and exhibition rooms. From "Tamanyan Street" and its pedestrian area, you can easily reach the museum, which is divided in two main sectors: the open-air "Cafesjian Sculpture Garden" and the "Cafesjian Art Galleries". At the external sculpture park and gardens, works by important international artists as Fernando Botero, Peter Woytuk, Joana Vasconcelos, Saraj Guha and many others. Inside the building, art galleries offering a wide variety of exhibitions, lectures, films, concerts, a library and other educational initiatives. After visiting the park, get inside the main building and take the indoor escalators up to the top floor. Take your time and start visiting the various galleries on your way down, Outside stairways provide awesome views of Yerevan and its "Kentron District". One last remark: right at the top of the "Cascade Complex", a part of the "Monument to 50 years of Soviet Armenia", as well of the "Aznavour Center", can be seen. Enjoy!
6. Vernissage Market
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4.5 based on 787 reviews
You can find in Vernissage the best examples of Armenian folk art, unique jewelry, exclusive handmade masterpieces craftsmanship. Visit Vernissage pavilion in Tashir street shopping gallery and take a piece of Armenia with you .
Reviewed By bellydancer11231940 - Palm Coast, United States
Did all my souvenir and Christmas shopping here. From Armenian T-shirts to hats, ceramics, flutes, postcards, items for kitchens, and lots more. There are other smaller shops but Vernissage is by far the largest. Easy to find and everyone knows where it is. Visited this market more than once.
7. Lovers' Park
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4.5 based on 256 reviews
Lovers' Park Landscaping and Design Project started in 2006. The design for the reconstruction of the new Lovers' Park was conceived by Pierre Rambach, a well-known landscape architect from Switzerland, author of many books and articles on Japanese and Oriental gardens. After a year's research the renowned architect created the sketch plan which was approved by the Municipality of Yerevan. The plan reflects the basic principles of traditional oriental gardens. This is a haven of nature in a highly urbanized city with a peculiar inhabitable environment conceived by Mr. Rambach. Lovers' Park covers an area of 1.6 hectares (16'419 square meter/176'732 square feet). An artificial lake with two islands is located in the eastern side of the park. One of the islands serves as a stage for the 200-seat amphitheater opposite the lake. There are two waterfalls in the park, cascading into rivulets and flowing into the large lake. The park's Achajour café is one of favorite pastime places for Yerevan residents. The park is designed with the needs of physically challenged people in mind. The park has a public toilet, which includes a special cubicle for wheelchairs. There are no steps in the park, which enables easy access of wheelchairs to all parts.
8. Dalan Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By johnjP2548XZ - Rancho Palos Verdes, United States
It is comfortably located on a central Abovyan street, next to many hotels.The gallery offers an overwhelming selection of souvenirs. Restaurant has a vey nice setting, food is good standard tourist fare and so is the service. If you're looking for a nice outdoor setting in the center of Yerevan and a decent food and service - Dalan is a good choice.
9. Saint Sarkis Cathedral
10. Dancing Fountains
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4.5 based on 880 reviews
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
At "Republic Square", right in front of the "History Museum and National Gallery" neoclassical building, you will find the gracious "Dancing Fountains"! This is the real heart of Yerevan, where locals and tourists get together to enjoy the ballet of water jets, colors and eternal music! Come in the evenings, by 8:00 PM, and you will never regret. Be ready for crowds! Enjoy!
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