Yerevan

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Yerevan City is in its own administrative area as the capital of Armenia.

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Understand

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Get in

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Get around

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On foot

The center of Yerevan is extremely compact and easy to get around by foot. Watch your step, however, as potholes, construction sites, and ruthless drivers are abound.

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By metro

The metro system in Yerevan is quite reliable and relatively modern, having been built in the early 1980s. It is the quickest way around town, and at 50 dram (US$0.10), the cheapest aside from walking. There is only one line, however, so the convenience of the metro is largely dependent on where you are going.

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By minibus

Dozens of minibus routes exist that criss-cross the city and travel to the suburbs and beyond (such as to Georgia or Karabagh). At 100 dram (US$0.20) a ride, they are a bargain. The minibuses are often overcrowed, and one may find themselves standing, crouched without a seat during 'rush hour'.

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By bus

While some old Soviet-era city buses still exist, they are far and few between. While the price is right (50 dram/US$0.10), you are better off springing the extra dime and grabbing a minibus.

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By taxi

Abundant throughout the city, a taxi ride anywhere downtown shouldn't cost you more than 1000 dram (US$2), although it is not unknown for drivers to try to get more out of foreigners. A car and driver can often be rented for day trip outside of Yerevan, for as little as $20 plus gas.

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See

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Do

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Learn

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Work

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Buy

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Eat

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Budget

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Mid-range

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Splurge

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Drink

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Sleep

If you're staying for an extended period of time, rent an apartment. Check the AUA (American University of Armenia) or real estate brokers for rental listings.

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