The city feels like a grand living room where strangers become friends over endless cups of coffee and warm lavash bread shared at sidewalk cafes. This is not just a historical archive but a vibrant, walking-friendly metropolis where Soviet-era broad avenues seamlessly blend with modern art galleries and bustling nightlife, inviting you to linger long after sunset.
Do Yerevan the way locals do: start slow at Lovers’ Park, eat where the regulars do at Lavash Restaurant, let the evening run long at Beatles Pub Yerevan.
Top things to do in Yerevan Ranked by rating and review volume. These earn their hype. Booking links may earn Roam a commission, at no cost to you.
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Republic Square
Historical Landmark · ★ 4.8 (10,825 reviews)
Grand city square with fountains, once known as Lenin Square, used for public events & celebrations.
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Yerevan Cascade
Tourist Attraction · ★ 4.7 (12,076 reviews)
Cascading series of stairs, landscaped gardens, fountains & sculptures, home to an arts center.
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Vernissage Market
gift_shop, tourist_attraction · ★ 4.5 (6,169 reviews)
Souvenirs, antiques & local foods are among the finds at this well-known open-air street market.
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Tsitsernakaberd Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex
Monument · ★ 4.8 (2,140 reviews)
Architecturally notable building with educational exhibits on the Armenian Genocide & guided tours.
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Sergei Paradjanov Museum
Museum · ★ 4.7 (931 reviews)
House museum featuring screenplays, artwork, drawings & other works of famed Armenian director.
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History Museum of Armenia
Museum · ★ 4.4 (1,414 reviews)
Well-known museum with a large collection of archeological finds, from bronze items to chariots.
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Lovers’ Park
Park · ★ 4.6 (1,022 reviews)
Tranquil retreat featuring 4 waterfalls & lush grounds, plus a cafe & amphitheater with live events.
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Matenadaran
Art museum · ★ 4.7 (809 reviews)
Scientific research institute exhibiting many of its rare manuscripts, parchments & books.
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Lavash Restaurant
Eastern European Restaurant · ★ 4.6 (5,053 reviews)
Farm-to-table meals served in a popular, country-style destination that has a terrace.
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Tavern Yerevan
Eastern European Restaurant · ★ 4.5 (3,634 reviews)
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Sherep Restaurant
Restaurant · ★ 4.6 (2,517 reviews)
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Tavern Yerevan (Teryan) Պանդոկ Երևան (Տերյան)
Eastern European Restaurant · ★ 4.7 (1,834 reviews)
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Gata Tavern
Restaurant · ★ 4.7 (1,438 reviews)
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Lahmajun Gaidz
Mediterranean Restaurant · ★ 4.9 (866 reviews)
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Elie's Lahmajun
Restaurant · ★ 4.9 (816 reviews)
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Tavern Yerevan (Khorenatsi) Պանդոկ Երևան (Խորենացի)
Eastern European Restaurant · ★ 4.7 (1,074 reviews)
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Shelby Travel Tour Operator
point_of_interest, establishment · ★ 4.9 (1,028 reviews)
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Lovers’ Park
Park · ★ 4.6 (1,022 reviews)
Tranquil retreat featuring 4 waterfalls & lush grounds, plus a cafe & amphitheater with live events.
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Missak Manouchian Park
Park · ★ 4.7 (672 reviews)
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Circular Park
Park · ★ 4.5 (628 reviews)
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Vardanians' Park
Park · ★ 4.8 (364 reviews)
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English Park
Park · ★ 4.4 (604 reviews)
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Beatles Pub Yerevan
Pub · ★ 4.8 (1,397 reviews)
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DABOO Cocktail Bar
Cocktail Bar · ★ 4.8 (325 reviews)
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Calumet Ethnic Lounge Bar
Pub · ★ 4.2 (559 reviews)
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Ulikhanian Club
Bar · ★ 4.8 (247 reviews)
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