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Yerevan

The capital of Armenia and the best base for starting a trip through the country. Monumental squares, cafés, markets, pink-stone architecture and easy access to Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap and Noravank.

Last updated: August 2026

Itineraries

Republic Square lit up at night with fountains and government buildings around it, Yerevan, Armenia

What to do in Yerevan in 4 days: historic centre, Garni, Geghard, Khor Virap and Noravank

 Vernissage Market with colourful craft stalls, paintings and carpets in the open air, Yerevan, Armenia

Yerevan in 1 day: Vernissage Market, GUM Market, Blue Mosque, Cascade and departure

Attractions

Republic Square lit up at night with fountains and government buildings around it, Yerevan, Armenia
Yerevan

Republic Square

Republic Square is the heart of Yerevan, one of the most beautiful squares in the Caucasus surrounded by pink stone buildings, museums, hotels and dancing fountains that light up the night in Armenia's capital.

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Cascade Complex with the large pink stone staircase and sculptures in the garden, Yerevan, Armenia
Yerevan

Cascade Complex

The Cascade Complex is Yerevan's grand monumental staircase, with gardens full of international sculptures, a panoramic view of the capital and access to the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, Armenia's most visited modern art museum.

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Garni Temple with classical Hellenistic columns on top of a cliff, Kotayk region, Armenia
Yerevan

Garni Temple

Garni Temple is the only preserved pagan temple in Armenia, with Hellenistic columns on a cliff overlooking the Azat River gorge. Just a few kilometres from the capital, it is the most impactful day trip from Yerevan.

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