Gift ideas Armenia

Recognizable with his sign that reproduces the multicolored canvas bag where the Armenian peasant stole its salt (aghaksak), this small boutique located at the very beginning of Abovian Street, after the place de la République and offers a wide selection of memories. It is one of the very first signs of the capital to have offered unformatted and original souvenirs. You will surely find something to bring into your luggage from the multitude of ceramic or fabric objects (kilims and carpets) inspired by traditional Armenian crafts, at high prices for local but affordable standards.

Located on the top of the prestigious Abovian street, rather on the side of the Opera esplanade, this shop offers handicrafts, ceramics, wood, fabrics, copper, but also kilims, scarves and traditional musical instruments including the famous duduk and silver and obsidian jewellery, in a cheerful and colourful bric-a-brac of objects and prices of all kinds. Of course, as the sign says, you will find Armenian crosses.

One of the many signs located at the beginning of the prestigious Abovian Street offering souvenirs to tourists. There you will find everything you can look for in terms of souvenirs and gifts to bring back from Armenia, from handicrafts, accessories, and other items inspired by local tradition, such as the unmissable khatchkars as keychains or other, to more modern gadgets and other accessories that will appeal especially to children.

A souvenir shop located in the lively area near the Opera esplanade. Don't be selfish and remember to take a gift back to your friends among the many items on display in this establishment. It offers the full range of iconic Armenian souvenirs, from the inevitable reproductions of the Ararat and mini khatchkars stamped with the letters of the Armenian alphabet in marble, obsidian, or wood, to slightly more original handmade items inspired by traditional Armenian handicrafts. And this, at all prices.

Located on the outskirts of the historic district, this souvenir shop does not offer local handicrafts, let alone Kutahya ceramic collectibles. But in the nice jumble of objects offered for sale, one will be able to find enough to bring back souvenirs from Gyumri or more generally from Armenia, and not only the unavoidable miniature khatchkars or representations of Ararat, at varied but never high prices.

At the very beginning of the prestigious Abovian Street, at the corner of Republic Square, a sign now known for its innovative interpretation of the traditional Armenian repertoire, whether for fashion accessories and ornaments or interior decoration. Tastefully furnished, the store offers original gift ideas, from fabrics and scarves to ceramics and leather goods (some of which are available at Yerevan airport), to which young designers have added a typically Armenian touch.

Located in the luxurious setting of the Marriott Hotel's shopping gallery on Republic Square, this elegant and refined boutique offers a wide selection of Armenian handicrafts, carpets and kilims, as well as the work of local artists, including painters. Souvenirs can also be found in nearby shops, not necessarily at the best price, but quality is guaranteed. The gallery regularly hosts exhibitions of Armenian and international artists that attract the All Yerevan.

A wide range of Armenian souvenirs and handicrafts that you can bring back in your luggage, offered in this beautifully appointed shop in the lively Cascade district, rich in cultural and artistic events. There you can find bags, multicoloured scarves, Kutaya ceramics, wooden toys, without falling into the trap of reproductions of Mount Ararat in all its aspects. But we can't help but bring back the little khatchkar in obsidian.