Audio Tour of Old Yerevan

Audio Tour of Old Yerevan

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About This Tour in Yerevan

If you step off Yerevan’s bustling avenues, you can journey to a place where time seems to have stood still in the 1600s. This self-guided audio tour will lead you from the winding alleys of Kond, Yerevan’s oldest quarter, and through Amiryan Street and Republic Square to Vernissage, a vibrant open-air flea market. The tour starts at St. John the Baptist Church, Kond’s oldest structure and the ancestral chapel of the Melik-Aghamalyan princes who ruled this district. You’ll walk along narrow streets where daily life continues behind stone walls, peering into courtyards and noticing details that are easy to miss. I’ll tell you how Armenian, Persian, and Soviet architectural traditions have intertwined in Yerevan, and why this city is known as the “Pink City.” You’ll walk through Khachkar Park where intricate “cross-stones’ tell stories of faith, and end our walk at Vernissage, where Armenian crafts come to life in the hands of skilled artisans.

Why Visit Yerevan?

Yerevan, Armenia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Yerevan provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Yerevan

You can reach Yerevan, Armenia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

What's Not Included

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Pass through the doors of Kond's oldest surviving structure, a modest yet deeply spiritual Armenian church

This tour starts at St John the Baptist Church. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End Point

Tour ends at Vernissage - The Open-Air Market

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Pass through the doors of Kond's oldest surviving...

Pass through the doors of Kond's oldest surviving structure, a modest yet deeply spiritual Armenian church. Marvel at its ancient stonework and learn how this chapel served as the ancestral place of worship for the Melik-Aghamalyan princes who once ruled this district.

Walk through narrow winding alleys where crumbling stone...

Walk through narrow winding alleys where crumbling stone houses and Soviet-era facades sit side by side. Explore one of Yerevan's last surviving ancient quarters, where daily life continues much as it has for centuries.

Pass by this elegant building on Amiryan Street,...

Pass by this elegant building on Amiryan Street, where Armenia's finest actors and filmmakers have trained for generations. Enjoy the striking architecture as you descend from the hilltop quarter of Kond into the heart of the city.

Walk past the charming façade of this beloved...

Walk past the charming façade of this beloved institution, decorated with carved musical notes and keys. Stroll to the corner to admire the grand statue of a musician that has made this building a favourite landmark among locals.

Walk into the grand heart of Yerevan, framed...

Walk into the grand heart of Yerevan, framed by warm pink and yellow tuff-stone buildings that earned the city its nickname, the Pink City. Enjoy the famous singing fountains and stand above a 17th-century underground city soon to open as an open-air museum.

Explore this vibrant open-air flea market where third-generation...

Explore this vibrant open-air flea market where third-generation artisans display hand-carved duduks, obsidian jewelry, and ceramic pomegranates. Enjoy the lively atmosphere and haggle for a truly authentic piece of Armenian craft to take home.

Pass by this striking Soviet modernist landmark, built...

Pass by this striking Soviet modernist landmark, built in 1979 and known for its grand bas-reliefs overlooking Kond from the hilltop. Marvel at how this bold architectural statement has been reborn as one of Yerevan's most distinctive hotels.

Explore this tranquil park filled with intricately carved...

Explore this tranquil park filled with intricately carved Armenian cross-stones, each one telling its own story of faith and craftsmanship. Stroll among the khachkars and take a peaceful pause between the grandeur of Republic Square and the bustle of Vernissage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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