Hraparak Metro Yerevan
Soviet Gem
The Republic Square Metro is a gigantic concrete and tuffa stone flower. It truly is a Soviet masterpiece considering its unique design and build: it is part metro station, part cavern and, once upon a time, part cafe. In the summer months, the large fountain is activated, providing a cool, shady, retreat from the blistering Yerevan heat. During the winter, the area above the fountain allows snow to enter, mimicking a giant snow globe. It really is too bad that the old cafe closed down, it would have been a unique place to grab a drink or refreshment!
Once you enter the flower cavern, you will notice that there is a narrow tunnel that leads to the other side of the street. That tunnel hosts many mom-and-pop shops opened by Armenians from Syria, hence its name, Halebi Shuka (Aleppo Market).
So, be sure to check this soviet modernist treasure out! It is located at the intersection of Nalbandyan and Aram!
About this spot
1 Melik Adamyan St
AMD
no-price
Find your way with 162 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Yerevan
Homeland Handycrafts
Armenian fair trade
Homeland Handycrafts in Yerevan is a social enterprise designed to revive traditional Armenian crafts while employing the most vulnerable population...
by
Raffi
Elliott
American University
Education comes first
The "American University" of Armenia in Yerevan is in the ex-Communist HQ. Having studied here, I would often go to the Green Bean coffee shop for lunch...
by
Raffi
Elliott
Impact Hub
A community of shapers
Impact Hub Yerevan is part of the global community of shapers. Excellent for digital nomads! My startup is based in this space, so I can vouch for it...
by
Raffi
Elliott
Cafe Central
For some good coffee
Cozy café with rich, traditional-style coffee and amazing cakes. Best choice for sweet lovers or a warm escape on a gloomy day.
by
Sofia
Manukyan
A Ride on a Trolleybus
Green and cheap ride
Ride Yerevan’s trolleybuses for an authentic, slow tour! See residential areas, meet locals, and discover the city beyond tourist spots.
by
Sofia
Manukyan
Natura Gold
For some good tea
Natura Gold is a calm, cozy tea shop in Yerevan. Come for a good chat and a sweet treat. Sit inside and sip ever-changing tea blends!
by
Sofia
Manukyan
Araks Restaurant
Tasty Middle-Eastern cuisine
Araks offers affordable, delicious Middle Eastern food in a cozy setting. Come for a quick lunch or relaxed dinner and try the Krdieh or falafel.
by
Sofia
Manukyan
Fourchette Buffet
Colorful and affordable
Fourchette Buffet in Yerevan is affordable and tasty. There are options for meat-eaters and vegetarians. They even have some sweet stuff, coffe and tea!
by
Sofia
Manukyan
12 Ktor Pizza
Pizza for delivery
12 Ktor Pizza in Yerevan is just different. Here the ingredients are real and you can really taste the quality. Grab a pizza for delivery!
by
Arpi
Janyan
Industrial Ruins
Post-industrial ruin paradise
The industrial ruins to the south of Yerevan's downtown make a perfect playground for ''ruin porn'' photographers and soviet architecture enthusiasts...
by
Raffi
Elliott
Heading to Yerevan?
162 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
... for just €9.99
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 162 Insider Tips
✓ Escape the Crowds
✓ Find Spots nearby
✓ Authentic Stories
... for just €9.99
City guides by those who know the city in and out!
Our Locals' Favorite Art & culture
Our team loves Yerevan
Get to know our other Spotters from Yerevan
As featured on:
