Destination
Armenia
Asia · Yerevan
Safety advisory
Exercise a high degree of caution
Traveller safety tips
Armenia is a very safe country, so you shouldn't worry about walking around late at night. People leave you to your own devices. Overall, Yerevan is also safe, though theft and pickpocketing are not unheard of, particularly targeting foreigners. Use common sense and usual precautions when walking on the street at night, especially after drinking. Female travellers should be aware that unaccompanied women are an unusual sight after dark. In the outskirts of the city, a single woman walking alone at night may attract attention—though this attention may not be as malign as other parts of the world. The biggest problem you may encounter in Armenia are crooked taxi drivers, especially in Yerevan. See the Yerevan article and included warning to read all about it. You can almost always avoid any problem by using either GG or Yandex taxi apps
…When to go
Seasonal calendar — from climate data and curated definitions.
Public holidays
National holidays — closures and days off.
New Year's Eve
Ամանոր
December 31, 2026
Thu · in 93d
New Year's Day
Ամանոր
January 1, 2027
Fri · in 94d
New Year's Day
Ամանոր
January 2, 2027
Sat · in 95d
Christmas Day
Սուրբ Ծնունդ
January 5, 2027
Tue · in 98d
Christmas Day
Սուրբ Ծնունդ
January 6, 2027
Wed · in 99d
Army Day
Բանակի օր
January 28, 2027
Thu · in 121d
Women's Day
Կանանց տոն
March 8, 2027
Mon · in 160d
Easter Sunday
Ամանոր
March 28, 2027
Sun · in 180d
UNESCO sites
3UNESCO World Heritage sites in this country.
- Cathedral and Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots2000Cultural
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Etchmiadzin Cathedral is the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church, located in the city dually known as Etchmiadzin (Ejmiatsin) and Vagharshapat, Armenia. Constructed at the turn of the fourth century, it is usually considered the first cathedral built in ancient Armenia, and often regarded as the oldest cathedral in the world.
Text: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA) - Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin1996Cultural
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Haghpat Monastery, also known as Haghpatavank, is a medieval Armenian monastery complex in Haghpat, Armenia, built between the 10th and 13th century.
Text: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA) - Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley2000Cultural
Car rental & driving
Whether your licence is recognized, and which side traffic drives on — per the UN road-traffic conventions.
Set your passport to see whether your licence is accepted.
Local norms
Culture & etiquette
Armenians are like any other Europeans in their manners and lifestyle, though very much on the traditional end of the spectrum. In contrast to Western Europe, Armenia remains deeply religious, and women occupy a place in society that Western Europe has not seen for a number of generations. Women are traditionally treated with chivalry. Female travellers should not be surprised or alarmed if their male Armenian friends take the initiative to pay the bills at a restaurant, give up their seat on public transportation for them, open every door in front of them, and/or help them carry items or objects. Male travellers should understand that these nuances will be expected by Armenian women, even if they're not in a romantic relationship with one. The "ladies first" rule is considered important
…Health
Internet
Connectivity on the road: coverage, data price, access.
Ride-hailing: Яндекс Go
Food delivery: Glovo
Prices
Entry & borders
Armenia's visa policy is remarkably open. Most people can obtain a visa on arrival or visit the country without a visa. Visa requirements Visa-free Citizens from the following locations can travel to Armenia visa free for 180 days per year: Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Brazil, China (PRC), European Union, Georgia, Hong Kong, Iceland, Iran, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Liechtenstein, Macau, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Nagorno-Karabakh, New Zealand, Norway, Qatar, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea Switzerland, Tajikistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan and Vatican City. Visa on arrival
…About the country
- Capital
- Yerevan
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- 3,090,500
- Area
- 29,800 km²
- Currency
- Dram · AMD
- Time zone
- 17:55UTC+4
- Sockets
- CF
- Emergency
- 911all services101police103ambulance102fire112universal
- Calling code
- +374
- Languages
- Armenian
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