Armenia was the first country in the world to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD. Therefore, it’s no surprise that churches play a key role in the country’s spiritual and cultural life. The capital, Yerevan, is home to numerous churches, each of which represents not only architectural value but also important historical heritage. Many are open to tourists and also function as parish churches where daily services are held.
Below is a list of Churches of Yerevan with addresses, contact information, and opening hours.
⛪ Vicarial Church of Saint Sarkis
📍 Address: 21 Israelyan St., Kentron
📞 Phone: 010-585713
🕒 Hours: Daily, 9:00–18:00
📅 Founded: 1842
📝 Description: Catholic church and main temple of the Ararat Patriarchal Diocese. Built on the site of an ancient monastic community and carefully restored in the 19th century.
⛪ Cathedral of Saint Gregory the Illuminator
📍 Address: Yervand Kochar St.
📞 Phone: 010-543332
🕒 Hours: Daily, 9:00–20:00
📅 Founded: 2001
📝 Description: The main cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church in Yerevan. Built to commemorate 1700 years since Armenia adopted Christianity.
⛪ Church of Saint John the Baptist
📍 Address: 15 Koghbatsi St., Kentron
📞 Phone: 010-527-922
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 1710
📝 Description: Built on the remains of a 14th-century church. Reconstructed in the 1980s by architect Rafael Israelyan and his team.
⛪ Church of Surb Astvatsatsin (Katoghike)
📍 Address: 17 Abovyan St., Kentron
📞 Phone: 055-913-5545
🕒 Hours: Daily, 9:00–12:00
📅 Founded: 1264
📝 Description: A small medieval church — the only surviving part of a large 17th-century basilica. A true gem of Armenian architecture.
⛪ Church of Surb Zoravor Astvatsatsin
📍 Address: 9 G. Parpetsi St., Kentron
📞 Phone: 010-530-162
🕒 Hours: Daily, 7:30–20:00
📅 Founded: 1694
📝 Description: The oldest active church in Yerevan after Katoghike. Built on the ruins of a 17th-century monastery, known for its ancient khachkars (cross-stones).
⛪ Church of the Holy Mother of God (Malatia-Sebastia)
📍 Address: 34 Sebastia St., Malatia
🕒 Hours: Daily, 7:00–18:00
📅 Founded: 1998
📝 Description: A modern church built in memory of the victims of the 1915 Genocide. Serves the densely populated southern part of the city.
⛪ Church of the Holy Mother of God (Nork-Marash)
📍 Address: 225 Armenakyan St.
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 1995
📝 Description: Built to serve the residents of Nork-Marash. A bright example of modern Armenian Apostolic Church architecture.
⛪ Church of Saint George (Noragavit)
📍 Address: 9 Noragavit St.
📞 Phone: 010-486-067
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 17th century
📝 Description: A historic church in the old Noragavit district. Still active today and considered a symbol of the area’s spiritual heritage.
⛪ Church of Saint Hakob (Kanaker)
📍 Address: 6 Kanaker St.
📞 Phone: 010-284-802
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 1679
📝 Description: Located in Kanaker-Zeytun. Built right after the devastating earthquake of 1679.
⛪ Church of the Holy Cross (Arabkir)
📍 Address: 64 Komitas Ave.
📞 Phone: 093-563-251
🕒 Hours: Daily, 9:00–19:30
📅 Founded: 2018
📝 Description: A modern church in the rapidly growing Arabkir district. Actively serves the local community.
⛪ Church of the Holy Martyrs (Davtashen)
📍 Address: 12 Sosnatsaral St.
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 2003
📝 Description: Built in the new part of Davtashen. Dedicated to the memory of fallen Armenian soldiers.
⛪ Church of the Holy Mother of God (Avan)
📍 Address: 18 Baba Janian St., Path 13
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 2002
📝 Description: The central church of the Avan district. Serves both as a parish church and a cultural center.
⛪ Church of the Holy Trinity
📍 Address: Rafi St.
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 2005
📝 Description: Built with a modern look but in traditional style. One of the most distinctive architectural landmarks in the area.
⛪ Church of the Holy Cross (Nerkin-Charbakh)
📍 Address: 2 Nerkin-Charbakh St.
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 2006
📝 Description: Located in Nerkin-Charbakh. Represents modern church architecture.
⛪ Church of Saint Anna
📍 Address: Abovyan St., Kentron
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 2015
📝 Description: A modern church near Katoghike and the Patriarchal complex. Built to harmonize with its historic surroundings.
⛪ Church of Saint Sarkis (Nor-Nork)
📍 Address: Galshoyan St., Nor-Nork
📞 Phone: 099-660-899
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 1999
📝 Description: Serves as the vicarial center of the Nor-Nork district. One of the first modern buildings in this fast-growing area.
⛪ Church of the Protection of the Holy Mother of God (Russian Orthodox)
📍 Address: 68 Zakaria Kanakertsi St., Kanaker-Zeytun
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 1916
📝 Description: Russian Orthodox church serving the Russian-speaking residents of Yerevan. Small but historically important.
⛪ Church of the Holy Cross (Russian Orthodox)
📍 Address: Admiral Isakov Ave., Malatia-Sebastia
🕒 Hours: Daily
📅 Founded: 2017
📝 Description: The newest Russian Orthodox church in Yerevan. Actively welcomes parishioners and participates in the cultural life of the district.
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