🗺️ Where to go in Yerevan: 30 places, prices and museum hours

Yerevan welcomes travelers with pink tuff and a view of Ararat. The capital of Armenia is compact, and you can walk the city center in a couple of days. The main question is not "what to see" but how to fit in the strongest sights and not overpay for admission. Below are 30 places in Yerevan and its surroundings: paid museums, free squares, parks, and evening fountains. For each spot we've noted what it is, how much the ticket costs, when it's closed, and how far it is from the center. Prices and hours were checked on 09/2026 on official museum websites and the city tourism portal (as of 09/2026, Yerevan tourism portal).

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What to know before walking around Yerevan

💡 In short:

In two days on foot you can cover Republic Square, the Cascade, the opera, Vernissage, and the main museums.
For Erebuni, Zvartnots, and the brandy factory, set aside a separate afternoon and wear comfortable shoes.
Prices and hours: 09/2026, verified on official museum websites.

Yerevan's center is small: you can cover Republic Square, the Cascade, the opera, and the main museums on foot in two days. Distant spots (Erebuni, Zvartnots, the zoo, the Botanical Garden) require transport. Most museums are closed on Mondays, so plan them for Tuesday and Wednesday. The most comfortable time to walk around is spring and early fall: summers in Yerevan are hot, and during the day you hide out in museums and shady parks. Below are 30 places in order.

1. The Cascade

The Cascade rises from Tamanyan Street toward the Kanaker Hills. It's a multi-tiered staircase of pink tuff that connects the lower and upper city. The complex was built in fits and starts over several decades: construction halted after the 1988 earthquake and the collapse of the USSR, and the project was only completed in 2009 (as of 09/2026, Yerevan tourism portal). Inside the staircase, the Cafesjian Center for the Arts runs galleries, and the landings feature sculptures by contemporary artists, including "Black Cat" by Fernando Botero. Climb to the top at sunset: from here you get the best panorama of the city and Ararat.

The monumental Cascade stairway in Yerevan

During the day the steps get very hot, so bring water. If climbing is hard, there's an escalator gallery inside the staircase that takes you almost to the upper platform and saves your energy. Near the lower square stands a monument to the architect Alexander Tamanyan. Construction resumed in the early 2000s, when the rights to the complex were acquired by the American philanthropist of Armenian descent Gerard Cafesjian.

How to get there: from Republic Square on foot along Abovyan Street, about 15 minutes (on the map).
Cost: access to the staircase and viewing platforms is free.
Who it's for: anyone who wants to see the city from above without paying for a ticket.

2. The Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque stands on Mesrop Mashtots Avenue, a stone's throw from the bustling center. It's the only functioning mosque in Yerevan and the largest in the South Caucasus. It was built in the mid-18th century and got its name from the blue majolica of its domes. Of the four minarets, only one has survived. An old mulberry tree grows in the courtyard, and here you'll find a quiet pause amid the city.

Blue Mosque with turquoise dome, aerial view

Admission is free, but dress modestly: women are given a headscarf at the entrance. In the north wing there's a library where Persian is studied and an exhibition hall with applied arts. The south section houses a large prayer hall.

How to get there: on foot from Republic Square, about 10 minutes along Mashtots Avenue (on the map).
Cost: admission is free.
Who it's for: those who want to see an eastern corner in the center and rest in the shade.

3. Aram Khachaturian house museum

The Aram Khachaturian House Museum opened in the early eighties in the house of his older brother. The composer didn't live here permanently, but the collection is entirely dedicated to him: manuscripts, letters, personal belongings, photographs, and scores. A special relic of the museum is the Pleyel piano with Khachaturian's autograph, which he left during a tour in Brazil. The exhibition is small, and you can see it in an hour.

Yerevan railway station and the statue of David of Sasun

Khachaturian's music combines Caucasian temperament and eastern melancholy. Here you can hear the "Sabre Dance" and the waltz from Lermontov's "Masquerade." The collection is still growing today: admirers from different countries send the composer's belongings. Pick this museum if you're into classical music and 20th-century music.

How to get there: in the center, near France Square and the opera.
Cost: paid admission, check the exact price on site.
Who it's for: music lovers and those interested in Soviet-era history.

4. Yerevan Zoo

The Yerevan Zoo has been operating since the forties and occupies a large green area in the city. It's home to almost three thousand animals and about three hundred species: mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. The staff try to create conditions close to the wild: treats are hidden in cardboard boxes so the animals move around and forage for food themselves. For children there are carousels and playgrounds, for adults shady alleys and fountains.

Brown bears in a rocky enclosure at Yerevan Zoo

During holidays, the zoo hosts shows, animation programs, and performances. You can cover the entire grounds in two to three hours.

How to get there: from the center by metro or taxi, about 15 minutes (on the map).
Cost: admission is paid, children's tickets are cheaper, check prices at the ticket office.
Who it's for: families with children and anyone exploring the city with kids.

5. Erebuni Fortress

Erebuni Fortress on Arin Berd Hill is considered the birthplace of Yerevan. It was founded by the Urartian king Argishti I in the 8th century BC, and the city grew out of this citadel. A cuneiform slab on the stone wall tells the story of the fortress's founding: it was discovered while clearing the ruins. Some of the finds are kept in the Erebuni Museum on the hillside. The frescoes of the palace and the Susi Temple still retain their vivid colors.

Ruins of the ancient Erebuni Fortress in Yerevan

The climb to the top is long and exposed to the sun, so bring water and wear comfortable shoes. At the bottom you'll see museum halls with Urartian relics.

How to get there: by taxi or bus from the center, about 20 minutes (on the map).
Cost: admission to the site is paid, the museum on the hill is charged separately.
The catch: there are no cafes or water on the hill, bring everything with you, and the climb is not easy.

6. Mother Armenia Monument

The Mother Armenia Monument stands in Victory Park on a tall tuff pedestal. The copper figure of a woman with a sheathed sword replaced the statue of Stalin in the sixties. Unlike the "Motherland Calls" statue in Volgograd, the heroine here sheathes her sword: a sign of peace. At the foot of the monument, the Ministry of Defense museum operates with trophies, frontline letters, and archival documents. In the halls you'll see uniforms, weapons, portraits of war heroes, and personal belongings of soldiers.

Mother Armenia monument with sword overlooking Yerevan

Nearby you'll find the Eternal Flame and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The viewing platform offers one of the best panoramas of the city, especially at sunset.

How to get there: uphill from the Cascade on foot or by car, the climb takes about 15 minutes (on the map).
Cost: park entry is free, the museum operates on a schedule.
Who it's for: anyone interested in history and wanting a view of the city.

7. Armenian Genocide Museum

The Armenian Genocide Museum is open on Tsitsernakaberd Hill, away from the center. The exhibition is dedicated to the mass killing of Armenians in the Ottoman Empire in 1915-1923 (As of 09/2026, official website of the genocide museum). The museum is almost entirely underground, and its halls are arranged in circles. It houses photographs, newspaper publications, documents, and books that tell the story of the tragedy without embellishment.

Armenian Genocide Museum building with the flag of Armenia

Nearby stand the memorial with an eternal flame and the Wall of Remembrance. Admission is free, and tours in Russian and English run on a schedule (As of 09/2026, tour schedule). The subject is heavy, so allow time for the visit and don't rush.

How to get there: by taxi from the center, about 15 minutes (on the map).
Cost: admission is free.
Who it's for: those who want to understand the country's history, not just see postcard views.

8. Sergei Parajanov Museum

The Sergei Parajanov Museum stands on a high cliff above the Hrazdan River gorge. The director never got to live in this house, which was built specifically for him. The exhibition showcases his collages, paintings, installations, and assemblages: objects assembled from shards, pottery fragments, and mirrors. You will also see photographs from the last years of the master's life. Parajanov became famous for the films "Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors" and "The Color of Pomegranates," which were kept from wide release in the USSR for a long time.

Stone house with a portrait of Parajanov above the gorge

The museum is small and quiet; an hour is enough to see it. Choose it if you are interested in unconventional art and cinema.

Getting there: on a cliff above the Hrazdan gorge, about a 20-minute walk from the center (per the map).
Cost: paid entry; check the exact price on site.
Who it's for: film lovers and fans of unusual personal collections.

9. Singing Fountains

The Singing Fountains operate on Republic Square and are considered one of the city's main evening attractions. Jets of water move in time with the music, and the lighting changes color, so crowds gather to watch the show. Engineers built the complex based on German fountains but added their own solutions. The repertoire includes classical music, national motifs, and pop, and the finale is often set to Charles Aznavour's "Une Vie d'Amour."

Evening singing fountains show in Republic Square

The show runs in the warm season, usually after dark, around 9:00 PM (as of 09/2026, fountain schedule). Arrive early to get a spot by the parapet.

Getting there: on Republic Square, in the very center.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: anyone strolling through the center in the evening.

10. "Man of Letters" Sculpture

The "Man of Letters" sculpture stands at the foot of the Cascade. Its author is Spanish sculptor Jaume Plensa, whose works are exhibited in Chicago, Paris, and Andorra. The seated figure is assembled from stainless steel letters of the Latin alphabet welded together. In the sun it gleams and lets light through the gaps. This is a smaller copy of a larger work by the master.

Seated figure made of metal letters in a park

The artist imbued the figure with the image of the light of knowledge. Nearby you will find other avant-garde sculptures, so a walk at the foot of the Cascade takes another half hour.

Getting there: at the foot of the Cascade, in the center.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: those who love contemporary art.

11. Zvartnots Cathedral

Zvartnots Cathedral stands outside the city, among the vineyards of the Ararat Valley. Its name translates as "temple of the Heavenly Angels," and it was built in the 7th century under Catholicos Nerses III. According to legend, the Byzantine emperor was so struck by the beauty of the cathedral that he wanted to replicate it in Constantinople, but the architect he invited died en route. Today it is an archaeological reserve with the ruins of a round domed building. Some carved columns have survived to this day.

Ruins of Zvartnots Temple with Mount Ararat in the background

The cathedral stood on a stepped pedestal, and a semicircle of six columns formed a cross inscribed in a circle. The lower tier was encircled by a frieze with a bas-relief of pomegranate branches and grapevines, symbolizing the development of the world and humanity. The surviving carved columns show how rich the decoration was.

Nearby lie parts of the catholicos's palace and the ruins of a winery with large ceramic vessels: they speak to the scale of wine production. Excavations and restoration continue on the site. Zvartnots is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the churches of Etchmiadzin (as of 09/2026, Zvartnots listing).

Getting there: by taxi or bus from the center; the trip takes about half an hour (per the map).
Cost: paid entry; check the exact price on site.
The catch: the cathedral is outside the city; getting there without a car or taxi is inconvenient.

12. Freedom Square

Freedom Square spreads around the Opera and Ballet Theater building. In front of the facade, bronze figures of writer Hovhannes Tumanyan and composer Alexander Spendiaryan sit on pedestals. Nearby lies Swan Lake with willows and a humpbacked bridge: people stroll here in summer. During the New Year holidays, a large Christmas tree is set up on the square and fairs are held. In winter the lake becomes the city's only open-air skating rink: the swans leave to winter at the zoo, and figure skating enthusiasts take their place.

Freedom Square in front of the Yerevan Opera House

The lake gained fame from an incident: in 2015, American rapper Kanye West performed on the embankment and jumped into the water (as of 09/2026, Yerevan tourism portal). Come here in the evening to see the theater lit up.

Getting there: in the center, next to the opera house and Mashtots Avenue.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: a stroll and evening relaxation by the water.

13. France Square

France Square was established as a sign of gratitude to France, which took in Armenian refugees during the genocide years. It was opened in the mid-2000s, and the ceremony was timed to coincide with a visit by the French president. In the center stands a bronze Bastien-Lepage by Auguste Rodin: France gifted the city a copy of the statue from the artist's grave. The square lies at a busy intersection, surrounded by Mashtots Avenue, the conservatory, and monuments to figures of Armenian culture.

France Square in Yerevan with a traffic circle and cars

You will pass through here quickly on your way to the opera house and the Cascade. A separate stop is hardly necessary, but the statue is worth a close look.

Getting there: in the center, at the intersection of central streets.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: a short stop along the way.

14. Republic Square

Republic Square is considered the finest work of architect Alexander Tamanian. The ensemble took more than thirty years to build, from the mid-1920s to the late 1950s. The buildings are clad in white and pink tuff and combine neoclassicism with national character. Around the square stand the Government House, the National History Museum, the Central Post Office, and the Marriott Armenia hotel. The pedestrian zone is framed by monumental buildings that are beautifully illuminated in the evening.

Panorama of Republic Square in Yerevan with a flag

In the evening the singing fountains are turned on here, and jets shoot dozens of meters into the air to music. In summer the square is especially crowded: the sun sets behind the mountains and it becomes cool. This is where you begin getting to know the city.

Getting there: in the very center; any point in the city is close from here.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: a first introduction to Yerevan.

15. Vernissage Flea Market

The Vernissage flea market operates one kilometer from Republic Square. Here you buy souvenirs and see the old Armenian trade: carpets, silver, ceramics, homespun textiles, musical instruments, and cross-stones made of tuff. The market is open on Saturdays and Sundays, trading runs from 09:00 to 16:00 (as of 09/2026, Vernissage market). Prices for collectible silver reach four figures, so bargain calmly.

Rows of carpets and shoppers at Vernissage Market

You should set aside a few hours for a market visit: the rows are long, and your eyes wander. Food stalls with drinks and national fast food won't let you go hungry.

How to get there: about a 15-minute walk from Republic Square (on the map).
Cost: free entry.
Who it's for: for those looking for souvenirs and who enjoy bargaining.
The catch: the market is open only on weekends; it's closed on weekdays.

16. Sakharov Square

Sakharov Square lies at the intersection of Pushkin, Vardanants, and Nalbandyan streets. Here you can observe different eras of Armenian architecture in one place: the administration and fire bureau buildings retain features of provincial classicism. Until 1990, the square bore the name of Azizbekov, and his monument was demolished in the late eighties. After the death of academician Andrei Sakharov, the square was renamed in his honor, and in the early two-thousands the first monument to Sakharov in the post-Soviet space was erected here.

Monument to Andrei Sakharov in a square in Yerevan

The unveiling of the monument drew about five thousand people. Stop here for ten minutes on your way between Republic Square and the Cascade.

How to get there: in the center, between Republic Square and the Cascade.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: a short stop for those who love urban architecture.

17. Charles Aznavour Square

Charles Aznavour Square is named after the singer who described himself as "French and Armenian." Aznavour was born to an Armenian family in France but always supported his historic homeland: during the Spitak earthquake he helped rally aid from Western countries, and later became Armenia's ambassador to Switzerland. The small semicircular square in front of the Moskva cinema was named in his honor, and later his star was added to the Walk of Fame.

Museum building on Republic Square in Yerevan

In the center of the square, a two-tier fountain plays, framed by stone figures of the zodiac signs. Nearby you'll see giant chess pieces and huge metal sculptures of a horse, a bull, a spider, and a bear.

How to get there: in the center, next to the Moskva cinema.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for those who enjoy urban sculpture and evening strolls.

18. Lovers' Park

Lovers' Park lies on Marshal Baghramyan Avenue, between the parliament building and the presidential residence. Until the mid-nineties it was called Friendship Park. By the end of the last century the park had fallen into neglect, and then it was restored: a philanthropist funded the renovation, and French landscape designer Pierre Rambach combined Armenian landscapes with the restraint of a Japanese garden in the project.

Autumn park with a pond, a small bridge, and yellow foliage

Today the grounds are crossed by comfortable paths, graceful bridges span decorative streams, and sculptures adorn the lawns. The park regularly hosts exhibitions, music festivals, and open-air film screenings, which you might catch in the evening.

How to get there: Baghramyan Avenue, not far from the opera house (see map).
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for couples and newlyweds, as well as anyone looking for a quiet corner in the center.

19. National Gallery of Armenia

The National Gallery of Armenia occupies the upper floors of the grand building on Republic Square. It houses more than forty thousand works: a national department, ancient frescoes, medieval miniatures, and works from the modern and contemporary periods. The main treasure is the second-largest collection of Ivan Aivazovsky, also known as Hovhannes Aivazian, after Feodosia. Nearby hang paintings by Hakob Kojoyan, Martiros Saryan, and Panos Terlemezian, and in the European department you'll find names like Tintoretto, Rubens, and Chagall.

National Gallery of Armenia building at night, Yerevan

The gallery was founded in the early twenties, and today its holdings exceed tens of thousands of works. The gallery is open daily except Monday (as of 09/2026, gallery: opening hours). Allow two to three hours for your visit: sculpture, graphic art, and decorative applied arts are displayed separately.

How to get there: on Republic Square, in the very center.
Cost: paid entry, check the website for exact prices.
The catch: the gallery is closed on Mondays.

20. English Park

English Park is considered the oldest in the city: it was laid out in the 1860s. Originally it was part of a large public garden that stretched to Abovyan Street, then called Astafyevskaya. The cozy mansions and expensive shops of that era created an atmosphere reminiscent of London, hence the name. Under Soviet rule the park was renamed after the Baku commissars, and its historic name was restored after the collapse of the USSR.

Bust on a pedestal in English Park in winter

Today it features wide shady alleys, a rose garden, a children's area, a fountain, and the Sundukyan Theatre, the country's largest drama theater.

How to get there: in the center, near Abovyan Avenue.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for a shaded walk on a hot day.
The catch: the park's upkeep is uneven, and some corners look dated.

21. Victory Park

Victory Park spreads across the top of the Cascade. In Soviet times it was the capital's largest green space. The park is home to the Mother Armenia monument and the Alley of Heroes.

Rocket and rocket launcher in Victory Park

The park has Lake Arevik, about eight meters deep. City residents used to swim in it, but now boats and pedal boats glide across its surface. Around it there's a recreation area with paths, cafes, and rides.

How to get there: up from the Cascade on foot or by car (see map).
Cost: park entry is free.
Who it's for: for those who want a city panorama and a relaxed walk.

22. Matenadaran

The Matenadaran holds one of the world's largest collections of Armenian manuscripts. The word translates as "book depository," and the collection grew from the holdings begun by Mesrop Mashtots, the creator of the Armenian alphabet. The building, designed in the style of medieval architecture, was built in the fifties, and a sculpture of Mashtots with his student Koryun stands at the entrance. Today the collection numbers about seventeen thousand manuscripts and one hundred thousand archival documents.

Matenadaran building in Yerevan with a monument

Among the relics you'll see the heavy "Homilies of Mush" manuscript and a tiny church calendar the size of a matchbox. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10:00 to 17:50 (as of 09/2026, Matenadaran: hours and tickets).

How to get there: at the end of Mashtots Avenue, about a 20-minute walk from the center (see map).
Cost: about €5 for adults, cheaper for students and children (as of 09/2026, Matenadaran tickets).
The catch: the museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

23. Spendiaryan opera and ballet theatre

The Alexander Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theatre stands on Freedom Square. The decision to create it was made in the early thirties, and its first production was Spendiaryan's opera "Almast." The theater received its own semicircular building, designed by Tamanyan, in 1940. Inside you'll see marble columns and wall panels. This stage has hosted "La Traviata," "Faust," and "Swan Lake," and today it also presents works by contemporary Armenian composers.

Round facade of the Yerevan Opera and Ballet Theatre

The semicircular facade combines the monumental forms of the Stalin era with Eastern motifs. If you want to catch an evening performance, buy tickets in advance.

How to get there: on Freedom Square, in the center.
Cost: performance tickets are sold at the box office and online, prices depend on the production.
Who it's for: for lovers of opera, ballet, and beautiful halls.

24. Saint Gregory the illuminator cathedral

The Cathedral of Saint Gregory the Illuminator was built for the 1700th anniversary of Armenia's adoption of Christianity, which was celebrated in 2001 (as of 09/2026, Yerevan tourist portal). Construction was started by Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin I, and the complex was consecrated a few years later. It is the largest Christian cathedral in the South Caucasus: the complex of three churches and bell towers seats about 1,700 people (as of 09/2026, tourist portal).

Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral in Yerevan

From the outside, the cathedral stands out for its strict geometric forms, and inside you won't find the usual frescoes: light comes through narrow windows with colored mosaics. The narthex houses a reliquary with the relics of Gregory the Illuminator.

How to get there: in the center, near the main railway station (see map).
Cost: admission is free.
Who it's for: anyone interested in religious architecture.

25. Yerevan Brandy Company

The Yerevan Brandy Company produces Ararat brandy, known far beyond the country's borders. The modern history of the drink began in the late 19th century, when merchant Nerses Tairyan opened a spirits factory in the capital, and the factory later took the name Yerevan Brandy Company. Its products have won dozens of medals, and bottles with the Ararat label are sold in dozens of countries around the world.

Yerevan Brandy Company with the ARARAT sign

On the tour, you'll learn the finer points of production, taste standard and reserve varieties, and see cellars with century-old barrels. A guide in the language you choose when booking shows the halls where brandy spirits are aged, and you should book the tour in advance (as of 09/2026, official ARARAT website).

How to get there: about ten minutes by taxi from the center (see map).
Cost: tours and tastings are priced differently, check when booking.
Who it's for: anyone who enjoys tastings and wants to bring a bottle home.

26. Cafesjian Center for the Arts

The Cafesjian Center for the Arts occupies galleries inside the Cascade and gardens outside. The collection includes thousands of sculptures, paintings, and installations, some of them outdoors. The idea came from businessman Gerard Cafesjian, who donated part of his personal modern art collection to the center. In the halls you'll see avant-garde painting, photography, and large glass objects.

Cascade with a fountain and sculpture garden

Admission to the galleries is free, and the Sculpture Garden is open around the clock. The escalator gallery is open every day, while the exhibition halls are open on weekends, so check the schedule on the website (as of 09/2026, Cafesjian Center).

Getting there: inside the Cascade, in the center.
Cost: admission to the galleries is free.
Who it's for: anyone who loves modern art and views from above.

27. Museum of Modern Art

The Museum of Modern Art is on Mashtots Avenue. The building is recognizable by the bright graffiti on its facade, and inside there are light-filled halls where stark white walls contrast with the color and form of the exhibits. The museum opened back in the early seventies, when avant-garde art was rarely shown in the USSR, so its appearance was a sensation. The core of the collection consists of works by Armenian artists of the "sixties generation": Minas Avetisyan, Ashot Hovhannisyan, Gayane Khachaturian, and others.

Yerevan railway station platform at dawn

Among the notable exhibits you'll find "The Red Room" by Jean Garzou and "Friendship" by Martin Petrosyan. An hour to an hour and a half is enough for a visit.

Getting there: Mashtots Avenue, in the center.
Cost: paid admission, check the exact price on site.
Who it's for: anyone interested in 20th-century art.

28. Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden covers about ninety hectares and is a good choice for a walk on a hot day. It was founded in the mid-thirties, and after the collapse of the USSR the garden nearly died: funding stopped, and trees were cut down for firewood. The turning point came in the mid-nineties, when a biodiversity conservation center was established. Today it is home to hundreds of species of tropical and subtropical plants.

Tuff entrance to the Yerevan Botanical Garden

The greenhouse grows orchids, jasmine, grape vines, and avocado, and among the exotics you'll find Australian macadamia and Buddha's hand with fruit that looks like long fingers. Gardeners have recreated Armenia's natural zones in miniature, so you walk from the junipers of the Ararat Valley to the plants of the Sevan Basin.

Getting there: on the outskirts of the city, take a taxi from the center (see map).
Cost: paid admission.
Who it's for: a quiet walk in the shade and plant lovers.

29. Museum of Folk Art

The Museum of Folk Art on Abovyan Street houses works by amateur artists. This is a rare case where a museum has no works by professional artists: all the exhibits were made by people for whom art was a beloved hobby. The collection began to take shape in the thirties, and the museum got its own building in the late seventies. Today the collection numbers about twelve thousand items.

Folk Art Museum building made of pink tuff

In the exhibition you'll see lace, metalwork, ceramics, glass, miniature sculptures, paintings in the naive art style, and pile carpets. Of particular interest is the collection of jewelry made from precious metals with onyx, turquoise, garnet, and obsidian.

Getting there: Abovyan Street, in the center.
Cost: paid admission, check the exact price on site.
Who it's for: anyone looking for local crafts and wanting to see handmade work.

30. Martiros Saryan house museum

The Martiros Saryan House Museum opened in the late sixties in honor of the artist known as a master of color. Saryan was born in the late 19th century, and his paintings are still considered an expression of national identity. The collection includes paintings, sketches, graphic works, and book illustrations, and the museum is run by the painter's granddaughter. The paintings transport the viewer to sun-drenched courtyards, valleys, and ancient monasteries.

Martiros Saryan House Museum, main facade in Yerevan

Under a glass atrium you'll see part of the artist's original studio with brushes, palettes, stretchers, and furniture. In total, the gallery has about two hundred exhibits.

Getting there: in the center, near the opera house (see map).
Cost: paid admission, check the exact price on site.
Who it's for: anyone who loves painting and wants to see a master's studio.

How to get to and around Yerevan

Zvartnots International Airport lies outside the city limits, and it takes twenty to thirty minutes to reach the center. The most convenient option from the airport is a transfer or taxi: you can book a transfer in advance, and the price depends on the vehicle class (book a transfer from Zvartnots Airport).

The city has a metro with one line through the center, plus buses and minibuses. You can walk around the center, while for farther points (Erebuni, Zvartnots, the Botanical Garden) it's easier to take a taxi or drive.

Yerevan attractions on the map

All the points from the list can be opened as a single layer on the map. Build a route that works for you: mark what you want to see on the first day and leave the rest for later.

Yerevan Attractions

Places on the map

1Cascade Multi-tier staircase of pink tuff, an escalator gallery inside, free entry
2Blue Mosque The city's only working mosque, 18th century, free entry
3Aram Khachaturian House-Museum Manuscripts, letters and a Pleyel piano signed by the composer, about an hour to see
4Yerevan Zoo Almost three thousand animals and around three hundred species, two-three hours to go round
5Erebuni Fortress King Argishti I's citadel on Arin Berd hill, the museum on the slope is a separate ticket
6Mother Armenia Monument Bronze figure with a sheathed sword on a tuff pedestal, the Defense Ministry museum at its foot
7Armenian Genocide Museum On Tsitsernakaberd hill, the halls go underground, free entry
8Sergei Parajanov Museum On a cliff above the Hrazdan gorge, the director's collages, installations and assemblages
9Singing Fountains A show on Republic Square in the warm season, roughly from 9pm, free
10Man of Letters Sculpture Jaume Plensa's work at the foot of the Cascade, a figure assembled from metal letters
11Zvartnots Temple Ruins of a 7th-century round domed temple on the UNESCO list, about half an hour from the center
12Freedom Square Opera and ballet theatre, Swan Lake with a little bridge, an ice rink in winter
13France Square Opened in the mid-2000s, a bronze Bastien-Lepage after Rodin in the center
14Republic Square Tamanyan's finest work, white and pink tuff, the Government House and history museum
15Vernissage Flea Market Carpets, silver, ceramics and cross-stones, weekends only 9am to 4pm
16Sakharov Square The first Sakharov monument in the post-Soviet space, provincial classicism
17Charles Aznavour Square Two-tier fountain with zodiac signs by the Moskva cinema, giant chess sets
18Lovers' Park On Baghramyan Avenue, a Pierre Rambach design, streams with little bridges and sculptures
19National Gallery of Armenia Over forty thousand works, the second-largest Aivazovsky collection after Feodosia
20English Park The city's oldest park with a rose garden and fountain, the Sundukyan Theatre nearby
21Victory Park Atop the Cascade, Lake Arevik, the Eternal Flame and Alley of Heroes, free entry
22Matenadaran About 17,000 manuscripts, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5:50pm, adult ticket around 5 euros
23Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theatre A semicircular building designed by Tamanyan, marble columns and wall panels
24Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator The largest Christian church in the South Caucasus, seating 1,700, free entry
25Yerevan Brandy Factory Ararat brandy, a cellar tour with tasting, booking required in advance
26Cafesjian Center for the Arts Galleries inside the Cascade and a sculpture garden outside, gallery entry free
27Museum of Modern Art On Mashtots Avenue, works by Armenian sixties artists, an hour to ninety minutes to see
28Botanical Garden About ninety hectares, a greenhouse with orchids and avocados, paid entry
29Museum of Folk Art On Abovyan Street, around twelve thousand works by amateur craftsmen
30Martiros Saryan House-Museum About two hundred exhibits and part of the artist's original studio under the atrium

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⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

How many days do you need for Yerevan?

Two days are enough for the city itself: in that time you can walk around the center and cover the main museums. Spend a third day on Erebuni, Zvartnots, or the brandy factory. If you want to add the surrounding area, plan four to five days and rent a car.

What can you see in Yerevan for free?

For free you can visit Republic Square with the singing fountains, the Cascade, Lovers' Park, the Blue Mosque, and Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral. Admission is also free to the Armenian Genocide Museum and the gardens of the Cafesjian Center. That's enough for a full day of leisurely walking around the center.

When do the singing fountains operate?

The fountains run during the warm season, roughly from May through October, and the show takes place in the evening, usually from 9:00 PM (as of 09/2026, Visit Yerevan). The performance lasts about an hour, and the music program changes by day. Arrive early to get a spot by the parapet.

How to get from the airport to the center?

Zvartnots Airport is outside the city limits, and the trip to the center takes twenty to thirty minutes. The cheapest option is the bus; the more convenient and faster option is a taxi or a pre-booked transfer. You arrange an airport transfer online and pay a fixed price.

Which day are museums closed?

Many museums are closed on Mondays, and Matenadaran is also closed on Sunday. The National Gallery is open every day except Monday, and the Cafesjian Center's exhibition halls are open at the end of the week. Plan your cultural itinerary for Tuesday and Wednesday.

In short: what's worth booking

Yerevan is convenient because you don't need expensive tickets everywhere. Most of the experience is free: squares, parks, fountains, and views from the Cascade. It's worth paying for museums and tastings, and budget separately for taxis and transfers.

If you have	Take
First visit to the city	Republic Square, the Cascade, the Singing Fountains
Interest in history	Erebuni, Zvartnots, Matenadaran, the Genocide Museum
Trip with kids	Yerevan Zoo, the Botanical Garden, the Singing Fountains
Love of art	National Gallery, Cafesjian Center, Museum of Modern Art
Looking for souvenirs	Vernissage on weekends
Want gastronomy	Yerevan Brandy Factory

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