Private Yerevan City Tour with museums

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1. Legend says that the first word Noah pronounced as he exited the ark was “Yerevats” – translated as “it is seen”. This refers to the land he supposedly saw after the huge flood, which was later changed to “Yerevan”. You can find information on the history of city in the Yerevan History Museum, established in 1931. There are more than 87,000 cultural values in the museum telling about the city from ancient times to our days.

   45 min

2. First, you will visit the handmade carpet factory “Megeryan”, where you will get acquainted with the culture of carpet weaving, which occupies a special place in the Armenian cultural system. In traditional Armenia carpet weaving has been developing since ancient times. During the excursion, visitors will take part in a master class of carpet weaving that will allow them to get acquainted with the traditional Armenian culture with all of its charm.

   1 h

3. Tsitsernakaberd is the Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex. Armenians from all over the world visit this memorial to honor their ancestors. At the heart of the memorial, the Eternal Flame honors those who lost their lives during the genocide. It serves as a symbol of remembrance and a commitment to ensuring that such atrocities are never forgotten or repeated.

   40 min

4. The Parajanov Museum is dedicated to the works and legacy of the renowned Armenian film director Sergei Parajanov, who is celebrated for his innovative cinematic style and artistic vision. The museum showcases not only his films but also a vast collection of his artwork, including collages, paintings, and photographs.

   35 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Yerevan

• Its from-price is 73% below the median of the 65 city tours we list in Yerevan.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 21 of 65.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Yerevan

Yerevan is Armenia's pink-stoned capital, a city of wide squares, café terraces and museums, with Mount Ararat standing on its southern skyline.

The city grew around Erebuni, a fortress founded in 782 BC, though most of today's centre was built in the Soviet era from the soft pink and orange tuff that earned Yerevan its nickname, the Pink City. Republic Square is the hub, framed by government buildings and museums. The Cascade, a giant stairway of terraces and sculpture, climbs a hillside, and the Matenadaran holds a famous collection of medieval manuscripts.

Top-ranked sights in Yerevan: Republic Square, Tsaghkadzor Ropeway, Matenadaran (Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts).

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