Cascade
A huge limestone stairway with fountains, sculptures and an art centre, with views over the city.
Tickets →Yerevan, Armenia
Yerevan: airports, things to do and where to stay
Yerevan is the capital of Armenia, one of the world's oldest cities, with buildings of pink tuff, large squares and museums. On clear days Mount Ararat can be seen from several points in the city.
Yerevan airports
From the airport to central Yerevan
Yerevan Zvartnots airport is about 9 km from central Yerevan.
Bus
The 201 express bus links the airport with central Yerevan at regular intervals during the day.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps such as Yandex Go also work. It is best to check the fare before getting in.
Yerevan
Things to do in Yerevan
Republic Square
The city's main square, surrounded by pink tuff buildings, with fountains that light up at night.
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Matenadaran
A museum and institute of ancient manuscripts, holding one of the largest collections of Armenian manuscripts.
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Tsitsernakaberd
A memorial and museum on a hill dedicated to the victims of the Armenian Genocide of 1915.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Yerevan?
Yerevan is served by Yerevan Zvartnots (EVN).
How far is the airport from central Yerevan?
Yerevan Zvartnots airport is about 9 km from central Yerevan.
How do I get from the airport to central Yerevan?
From Yerevan Zvartnots airport you can take Bus and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Yerevan?
Highlights of Yerevan include Cascade, Republic Square, Matenadaran, and Tsitsernakaberd.
Photo credits
- Cascade: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Republic Square: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Matenadaran: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Tsitsernakaberd: User:Matthias Süßen, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons