Capital city, Armenia
Yerevan
Armenia's compact capital is cheap, walkable and café-rich, with warm hosts, brandy tastings and good day trips. Summers are hot, public transport is basic and the border with Azerbaijan is closed.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,930–3,030Comfortable, one person · ֏700,000–1.1MDetails
- Value for money24/100Better value than 23% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Jul, 36°CDetails
- Internet90 MbpsFixed broadband, Armenia medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableYerevan's tap water is safe to drink, and public pulpulak fountains are everywhere; bottled water is optional.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel5/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$28–69Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundYandex GoWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards and contactless work in shops, cafés and many buses.Details
Where to stay in Yerevan
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Kentron (Center) | First-timers: cafés, museums, Republic Square, walkable |
| Arabkir | Residential, quieter, good restaurants and parks |
| Ajapnyak and Davtashen | Cheaper long stays, local feel, metro and bus links |
| Malatia-Sebastia | Local markets and neighborhoods, cheaper rents |
Apps that work in Yerevan
Ride-hailing
- Maps: Google Maps; Yandex Maps for buses
- Messaging: WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber
- Taxis: Use an app; street taxis often quote high flat fares. Cash is fine, cards sometimes accepted in apps.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Armenia.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards and contactless work in shops, cafés and many buses. Carry dram for markets, marshrutkas, guesthouses and taxis outside the center.
- Currency: Dram (AMD). US$1 ≈ ֏362.96 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs are common in towns; some banks charge foreign cards a fee. Decline dynamic currency conversion.
- Tipping: Restaurants often add a 10% service charge; leave a little extra for good service. Round up taxi fares.
- Paying by phone: Contactless foreign cards with Apple Pay or Google Pay work in Yerevan; local wallets like Idram need an Armenian account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many nationalities enter visa-free; others apply online at the e-visa portal before travelling.
- Land borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan are closed. Enter by air or overland from Georgia or Iran.
- There is no digital-nomad visa; long stays need a residence permit via the passport and visa department.
Emergency numbers
Police 102 · Ambulance 103 · Fire 101 · All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Viva, Ucom and Team sell prepaid SIMs at Zvartnots airport arrivals and city shops; bring your passport. Tourist packs with plenty of data are inexpensive. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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