Discover our locals' 153 hidden gems in Yerevan

Գնացինք (Let's go)! Discover Yerevan’s hidden gems with Spotted by Locals! From local cafes and botanical gardens to modernist architecture, our Spotters reveal the city's true charm. Experience Yerevan like a local.

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Zaviki Ghars

Old-school Armenian street food

If you want to try true Armenian street food — not the polished, tourist-friendly version, but the real local favorite — Zaviki Ghars is the place!

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Snacks

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 7, 2025

Yervand Kochar Museum

Modernist vision in Yerevan

Discover Yervand Kochar’s avant-garde art at a small museum in Yerevan’s center. Here modernism meets Armenian tradition in surreal sculptures and abstract forms.

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Art & culture

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 7, 2025

Hin Nork

Hidden historic district in Yerevan

Discover Hin Nork, Yerevan’s hidden, old neighborhood with stone houses, wine cellars, and quiet streets reveal the city’s soul beyond the tourist trail.

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Relaxing

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Master Class Qabab

Local favorite for quick bites

Craving quick, tasty comfort food in Yerevan? Head to Master Class Qabab for good quality kebabs, Angus lahmajun, or a cold draft beer, like locals do.

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Snacks

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

The Beatles Pub

Where Yerevan Drinks

The Beatles Pub on Pushkin Street is Yerevan’s lively spot for classic rock, diverse crowds with its warm atmosphere. Best for a fun night out with friends!

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Bars

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Daboo Bar

Creative cocktails and good vibes

But Daboo isn’t just about cocktails. What I like most here is the atmosphere. It’s cozy, the music is always on point, and the crowd is a great mix.

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Bars

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Holy Mother of God Chapel

Chapel of Quiet Faith

What makes Holy Mother of God Chapel special is how deeply personal it feels. It's incredibly sincere here. No rituals, no ceremony — just honest, quiet belief.

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Art & culture

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Napoletana Armenia

An Italian corner on Saryan

In Napoletana Armenia I like to sit at the outdoor patio, eat slowly, and just watch people pass by — it’s a quiet front-row seat to Yerevan life.

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Restaurants

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Tokhmakh Park

Yerevan’s European escape

Tokhmakh Park is a popular spot for locals to work out, jog, or just relax. You'll find people running around the lake or taking in the peaceful views.

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Relaxing

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Salt Lake

Hidden healing waters

Salt Lake is one of Yerevan’s best-kept secrets. Besides all the supposed health benefits. It’s a peaceful escape, surrounded by reeds and old factories

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Relaxing

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Davtashen Bridge

Yerevan’s urban escape

Hidden beneath Davtashen Bridge, take a walk by graffiti-covered walls and experience the striking contrast between city chaos and quiet riverside.

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Art & culture
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Relaxing

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Davit

Ohanjanyan

Jul 4, 2025

Modern Art Museum

Colorfully eclectic

The "Modern Art Museum of Yerevan" doesn't look special on the outside but its collection is striking & the entrance is super-cheap! Great for art lovers.

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Art & culture

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Alan

Grigorian

Jun 30, 2025

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