Beautiful historic churches stand alongside grand Soviet-era buildings in the Yerevan City Centre. Serving as the Armenian capital, the city is a hub for art, culture and cuisine. Visit world-class museums and galleries, dine at chef-driven restaurants and find out why Yerevan is nicknamed the “Pink City”. Mount Ararat towers in the distance and creates a dramatic backdrop.
Things to do in Yerevan City Centre
Walking around the Yerevan City Centre, you’ll see grand Soviet-era architecture built with blush-coloured volcanic stone. Lava deposits give the stone a unique colour and has earned Yerevan a reputation as the Pink City. The entire city acquires a rosy glow at sunrise and sunset.
Tree-lined boulevards and flower-filled parks give the Yerevan City Centre a European feel. Cafes spill onto the streets and restaurants lure patrons with trendy décor and Instagram-worthy dishes. For an authentic experience, sit down at a “pandok” tavern and enjoy local favourites like “khoravat” grilled meat and “dolma” grape leaves stuffed with rice. Wash down your meal with a glass of “oghee” fruit vodka.
All roads lead to bustling Republic Square. The square is the beating heart of the city and anchored by beautiful musical fountains that entertain crowds every evening. Grand government buildings, upmarket hotels and several top-tier museums frame the square.
Explore galleries dedicated to archaeology, ethnography and modern history at the History Museum of Armenia. Admire a remarkable collection of Bronze Age artefacts discovered at the nearby Necropolis of Lchashen and see works by masters like Martiros Sarian and Hakob Hovnatanian in the National Gallery of Armenia on the top floor.
Getting around Yerevan City Centre
The Yerevan City Centre is walkable and easy to get around on foot. Taxis are a fast and affordable way to cover longer distances, while local buses operate across the city. Zvartnots International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.