How to Plan a Trip to Yerevan
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Armenia needs.
Your 4-step Yerevan plan
Step 1 — Book flights to EVN
Zvartnots International Airport (EVN) is the main gateway to Yerevan. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to EVNStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Cascade Complex + Cafesjian Center for the Arts for the best first-time visit — 500-step limestone staircase with modern sculptures + Cafesjian Center (free entry).
Where to stay in YerevanStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Cascade Complex + Cafesjian Center for the Arts, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Yerevan.
Things to do in YerevanStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Marshrutka bus 201 (to Republic Square) is AMD 250 (€0.60) and takes 40–60 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
EVN arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Armenia visa-free for most Western, EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, Korea, Russia, Iran passports up to 180 days. One of the world's most-liberal visa policies.