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Cascade
A giant stairway with views over the city and Ararat.
Armenia · AM
Things to do in Yerevan
The pink city with a view of Ararat: the Cascade, brandy cellars and monasteries an hour away.
162tours
from $28per tour
from $33car per day
AMYerevan
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Tours in Yerevan
All 162 tours32 km
Garni & Geghard: temple and cave monastery
· 5 h$32
45 km
Khor Virap — the best view of Ararat
· 4 h$28
65 km
Dilijan and Lake Sevan
· 9 h$42
Tip: Armenia is compact: Lake Sevan is under an hour from Yerevan. Do Garni and Geghard with a guide, Sevan on your own.
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Top sights in Yerevan
The main places guides take you to. Some are also easy to visit on your own.
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Garni & Geghard
A pagan temple and a cave monastery, 32 km away.
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Khor Virap
A monastery at the foot of Ararat, 45 km away.
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Lake Sevan
A high-altitude lake and Sevanavank Monastery, 65 km away.
Tours in Yerevan: how to choose
Yerevan: the pink city with a view of Ararat: the Cascade, brandy cellars and monasteries an hour away.
Pokataem lists 162 tours by local guides in Yerevan — from short walks around the centre to full-day trips.
The most popular picks are Cascade, Garni & Geghard, Khor Virap. If history and context matter, book a guided tour. If you want freedom to stop wherever you like, rent a car for a day or two from a local company.
When to go
The best time is May–June and September–October. In winter, the Tsaghkadzor ski resort is open.
Entry & documents
Citizens of the EU, UK, US and many other countries can visit visa-free for up to 180 days a year with a valid passport.
Licence & rental
Bring your national licence and an International Driving Permit. Minimum age 21, small deposits, some companies need none.
Country travel guide
Money, SIM cards, road rules and what to pack in Armenia
FAQ: things to do in Yerevan
The essentials in brief. Can’t find your answer? Write to us — we reply within an hour.
01How much do tours in Yerevan cost?
Prices start from $28. Walking tours are cheaper, full-day trips cost more. There are 162 tours in Yerevan in total.
02What are the top sights in Yerevan?
The highlights: Cascade, Garni & Geghard, Khor Virap, Lake Sevan. The pink city with a view of Ararat: the Cascade, brandy cellars and monasteries an hour away.
03Do I need a car in Yerevan?
Not necessarily — most tours include transfers. A car is great for exploring on your own: 156 cars from local companies in Yerevan, from $33 a day.
04What documents do I need to visit Armenia?
Citizens of the EU, UK, US and many other countries can visit visa-free for up to 180 days a year with a valid passport.
05What licence do I need to rent a car in Yerevan?
Bring your national licence and an International Driving Permit. Minimum age 21, small deposits, some companies need none.
06How do I pay in Yerevan?
The currency is the dram. Cards work in Yerevan; carry cash for regions, markets and monasteries. Exchange offices are everywhere in Yerevan.
Where to next?
Pick your next city — we’ll match you with tours, and you can add a car if you need one.