Things To Do In Armenia | Travel Ideas

If you’re thinking about going to Armenia, don’t hesitate! It’s a fantastic place with great people and what’s most important – it’s full of unforgettable attractions. We spent only 2 days in this country and really managed to make the most of it. That’s why we wrote this post especially for you – we want to show that there are many wonderful things to do in Armenia and it’s impossible not to fall in love with it!

Things To Do In Armenia – Day 1

What to see in Yerevan in one day

As we wrote in our previous post Thinking About Going To Georgia? Don’t Hesitate, we got to Yerevan from Tbilisi by train. Already on the train, we knew our next destination was going to be amazing – we loved the views from the window (saw Mount Ararat in the early morning and it was just impressive!) and we met fantastic locals we immediately got along with. Everything promised our next days would be amazing and we couldn’t wait to finally get to the capital city of Armenia.

FIRST STEPS IN YEREVAN

We arrived in the morning and headed straight to our hostel, which we booked near the city center. When we got there, we realized that it was more of a private apartment and the owners (a young couple) rent three big rooms for tourists. Two other rooms were taken by people from the Philippines – they were very charming, were cooking all the time and always treated us with their food :) So the atmosphere was very friendly and the place was cozy and cheap – in a word (or four) the perfect option for us :)

Although we spent the whole night on the train, we didn’t want to have a long rest and waste time, so we quickly set off to explore the city.

REPUBLIC SQUARE

Our first attraction was Republic Square. We got there on foot as our hostel was very close to this place. We immediately fell in love with it – it’s just exceptional. All the buildings around the square have consistent architecture and color – we later found out that the buildings are made of volcanic rock known also as “tuff”, which gives them a unique look. There is also a fountain in the middle of the square and in summer tourists can enjoy fountain water shows in the evenings.

We haven’t heard much about Armenia before our trip and maybe that’s why this country was a pleasant surprise to us.

NORTHERN AVENUE

Near Republic Square there is Northern Avenue – a representative street of the city. Also, this place has plenty of beautiful buildings but they look more modern than those in Republic Square. We spent a wonderful time in this place, we had a long walk and enjoyed the uniqueness of the architecture. We think that everyone can find something for themselves there as this place is full of shops and restaurants.

YEREVAN CASCADE

Later, our long walk took us to the Yerevan Cascade. What a place! The first thing that comes to our minds about it is: funny, unusual and incredible at the same time :) This is a massive structure that made a big impression on us. First, we spent some time in the little park with well-kept grass and extraordinary sculptures. It’s not possible to be bored there.

We also saw some newly married couples during their wedding photo session and it was a very pleasant picture. They made us feel the romantic atmosphere.

High time to go up the stairs! We climbed up to the top and only later discovered there are escalators :) Maybe you will learn from our mistakes and take them, but after all, exercise is healthy! ;)

There is a kind of museum inside the stairs (as well as the escalators :)) but we’d say the biggest surprise was the view from the top – we could see the city and …. Mount Ararat! Now you know why this place is a must-see.

FOOD IN YEREVAN

On our way back through Northern Avenue, we stepped into a place called Tumanyan Shaurma to try a local specialty at a good price. If you are planning your holidays in Yerevan and would like to eat something tasty, check how to get there in our previous post Armenia Travel Itinerary – Step By Step.

Things To Do In Armenia – Day 2

The previous day we went to our hostel earlier because we needed to get fully rested for our next big day. We had a huge trip planned for that day and needed to set off very early in the morning (about 7 am).

In the city center the bus with other tourists waited for us – our trip was planned and we got a guide. We booked a full-day trip to see other parts of the country and paid about $23 per person. We had the following attractions included:

TATEV ROPEWAY AND MONASTERY

After about a 250 km ride with some of the best views we’ve ever seen, we finally reached Halidzor village to see Tatev Monastery (9th-century Armenian Apostolic church). But how to get there? It’s definitely not a perfect place for people who have a huge fear of heights (like Agata :)) because the best way to get there is to take the cableway – Wings of Tatev. It is 5.7 km long and 320 m high, and the view from it is just as breathtaking as it is scary.

Wings of Tatev brought us to Tatev Monastery. We spent there about half an hour and our tour guide showed us around this place. It was interesting to hear about this place and go inside. In Armenia, there are also other monasteries worth visiting but this one is exceptional because of the way of getting to it – firstly the wonderful views from the bus windows (and believe us, we aren’t exaggerating – one of the most beautiful mountains we’ve ever seen) and then a ride on the cable car. If you also plan to visit Armenia, we highly encourage you to take such a trip as well, especially since it takes only one day and you can make it on a budget. We are sure you won’t regret it!

KHNDZORESK

Ok, this is the next place that can be a nightmare for people afraid of heights :) Khndzoresk is a cave village that people used to live in before the 1950s. To get there, we needed to go along the swinging bridge and this time Agata didn’t make it :) she was waiting in front of it for the rest of the tour to come back from the caves that were on the other side of the bridge. But the good news: if such bridges also frighten you so much, there is one cave on the first side so you can at least see this one :)

After sightseeing the caves, our tour guides had a little surprise for the whole group as they brought delicious watermelons with them to have a little break and sit for a while. Ohh… they were so delicious! The best watermelons we’ve ever eaten were in Armenia and Iran.

KARAHUNJ

Our next stop was a place with massive rocks that are believed to have been an observatory about 7000 years ago. This place is also called the Armenian Stonehenge. It’s impressive that people drilled small holes in such big stones so precisely. We enjoyed this place because of the whole mystery connected with it – scientists haven’t discovered yet how these holes were made and still speculate about the reason for it. Karahunj was on the way back so we were very glad to see also this attraction.

ARENI WINERY

Our trip took longer than was planned and we had a choice to go for dinner or to Areni Winery. Of course, we chose Areni Winery. We eat dinner every day but we don’t go to a winery every day and that was the reason :) Originally, the plan was to go to both places but it turned out there wasn’t enough time as it was already very late (so if you are going to book such a trip, take some more food with you just in case; watermelons are delicious but it’s not a full dinner, especially if you are going to drink a lot of wine later :))

We had a great selection of wines to try – different flavors for everyone and also one wine was even 30 years old. Next came something special for the more experienced – Armenian Vodka Oghi (with 60% of alcohol). It tastes like any other vodka, but has one significant difference – it’s way stronger than the regular one. After a couple of tiny glasses of Oghi your humor will become even better than it was! Perfect end of the perfect trip :)

IS ARMENIA WORTH VISITING? OUR HONEST OPINION

We forgot earlier to write a very important thing – the locals are fantastic, they’re very friendly and helpful (but they speak Russian rather than English). We’ve met many great people in Armenia that we’ll never forget. That’s a very important thing in travelling so it’s another reason for you to visit this country.

And that’s our whole experience from Armenia. Hope you enjoyed it and felt encouraged to visit this beautiful country.

Oh, and don’t forget to write us if you are brave enough to try Oghi ;)

Armenia Travel Update & FAQ (2026)

Since we first published this Armenia travel itinerary, a few things have changed. To help you plan your perfect weekend in Armenia today, here is a quick update and some practical tips:

• Has the price of day trips changed? Yes. While we paid around $23 per person back in 2019, you should expect to pay around $35–$45 today due to inflation. However, Armenia remains one of the most budget-friendly destinations in Europe/Asia!

• How to get around Yerevan? Forget about chasing local buses or haggling with street taxis. Download the Yandex Go app before you arrive. It works just like Uber, it’s incredibly cheap, and you won’t have to worry about the language barrier.

• Can I pay with a card in Armenia? In Yerevan, yes! Most restaurants, shops on Northern Avenue, and hotels accept card or mobile payments. However, if you take a day trip to places like Tatev or Khndzoresk, always carry cash (Armenian Dram) for souvenirs, snacks, and tips.

• Is 2 days in Armenia enough? It’s perfect for a teaser or a quick weekend getaway from Tbilisi! Back then, we were on a mission to make this the ultimate budget trip—we wanted to see as much as possible without spending a fortune. And honestly? 2 days were absolutely perfect to pack in a ton of amazing attractions without breaking the bank! But if you have more time and want to see places like Lake Sevan or Dilijan at a more relaxed pace, we highly recommend staying for at least 4-5 days.