Armenia
Armenia's diverse landscape presents opportunities for outdoor adventures, from gentle walks to challenging treks. You can book many of these experiences via GetYourGuide.
Walking up the Cascade Complex gives a good urban climb with rewarding views.
Armenia's highest peak (4,090m). Presents challenging multi-day treks for experienced hikers or shorter, moderate hikes to lower peaks.
Numerous marked trails from easy walks around serene lakes like Parz Lake to challenging multi-day treks through lush forests.
Yerevan offers many opportunities for hands-on cultural immersion, allowing engagement with Armenian traditions.
Attend opera, ballet at the Opera House, or classical music at Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall. Experience traditional and contemporary dance.
Restaurants like Tavern Yerevan often present live traditional music and dance performances, giving lively entertainment with dinner.
In rural regions, stay in local homes, participate in agricultural activities, and learn traditional crafts.
An annual event in May that celebrates Armenian wines, featuring tastings, food pairings, and cultural performances.
An ancient pagan festival in July where people playfully douse each other with water, an unique and joyful experience.
Held in autumn, this festival presents local and international jazz musicians, a treat for music lovers.
Yerevan presents various options for relaxation and wellness, from luxurious spas to natural retreats. Visitors may find rejuvenation here.
Natural hot springs are in other regions of Armenia (e.g., Jermuk, Arzni), which you can visit on day trips for therapeutic benefits.
A growing number of yoga studios in Yerevan present drop-in classes. Retreats are more common in scenic rural areas.
Traditional herbal remedies continue use in Armenia, often passed down through generations. Some locals might share insights.
Many luxury hotels in Yerevan offer day passes to their outdoor pools during the summer months, a refreshing escape from the heat.
Yerevan Aqua Park features water slides and pools, a choice for family fun and relaxation on hot days.
Lake Sevan, about an hour from Yerevan, serves as the main natural "beach" destination, popular for swimming and lakeside relaxation.
Yerevan comes alive after dark, presenting a diverse range of entertainment and nightlife options, from sophisticated jazz clubs to lively dance venues.
Northern Avenue and surrounding streets in Kentron feature nightclubs and dance venues for different music tastes.
Saryan Street is known for wine bars. Pushkin Street and Tumanyan Street host many pubs. Organized pub crawls are available.
Casinos exist on the city outskirts. Late-night cafes and shisha lounges are common for relaxed conversation and drinks.
An open-air market operating mainly on weekends, selling handicrafts, souvenirs, jewelry, carpets, and antiques. A treasure trove for unique finds.
Mainly a food market, but also sells some traditional sweets, dried fruits, and spices, offering a sensory experience.
A pedestrian street with international luxury brands, boutiques, and cafes, a modern shopping experience.
