Yerevan

Yerevan

Yerevan, which is the Armenian capital, is definitely one of the most traveler-friendly cities. It’s a small city, which fuses heritage and daily life into the buzz and vibe of a metropolis. Here the sound of history comes from remote eras, the architectural appearance sets a bridge between the old and new, and the lifestyle walks together with all modern trends.  

Walking around

This is a city that lets you discover a lot while strolling around. It's compact and walkable. The main major sites of interests are located within a walking distance from each other and, yeah, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to walk across the heart of Yerevan within a few hours in a pleasant pace, without a rush! And last, but not least, the panoramic view! Don’t we all look for having a bird’s eye view of the cities we visit?  You bet! It’s definitely worth to head to Cascade stairway, which leads to a panoramic view over the city and its iconic landmarks.

Transportation

If using public transportation in Yerevan could be a bit complicated for the first-timers, the metro, instead, is the most convenient way to get around. It has only one line and ten super clean stations. The buildings of the stations are also interesting sites, representing the soviet area architectural boost.  Furthermore, the taxis in Yerevan run at very reasonable prices. To illustrate: it costs approximately 2 euros for a drive of 6 km.  There are also very reliable GG and Yandex taxi services, which estimate the cost of the ride in advance through their apps.   

Eating out

Eating out in Yerevan is a real pleasure. The city boasts an abundance of different restaurants and cafés, which offer authentic local and international cuisines. During warm seasons most of the restaurants and cafés offer matchlessly pleasant chance to enjoy the meals outside and to watch the city go by. Occasional walk-ins are always welcome, but to ensure a seat, it’s better to make a reservation.  

Nightlife

Dozens of clubs, pubs and bars, mostly centrally located, turn the after-dark entertainment of the city into an electrifying experience. Whether sophisticated cocktails or craft beer, elegance of jazz, drive of rock or vibes of ethnic music, anyone will find the desirable aura in the city to party and dance the night away.  

Museums and galleries

Yerevan has variety of museums and art galleries to enjoy during the getaway. From history museums to fascinating exhibits of classic and contemporary art, from illuminated manuscripts to micro miniatures, there is one to suit every interest. Besides the permanent collections, the museums often host temporary exhibitions, offering the best chances to follow the vibrant cultural life of the city.    Most of the museums are in close proximity to one another and the entry ticket price varies from 2 to 7 euros.

Shopping

Yerevan has many shopping malls, where mostly the name-brand storefronts, alongside with local brands are located. However, if you look for souvenirs, artisanal jewelry, arts and crafts, then Vernissage is the go-to place. It is an outdoor shopping market, located in the very center of the city and is open at weekends.

Safety

Yerevan has repeatedly been ranked among the safest cities in the world. It has a very low index of crime. Day or night, it’s always quite safe to walk in the city center or neighbourhoods, though a bit of vigilance is always recommended, as everywhere else.