Freedom Square, Yerevan Plaza
Central Yerevan plaza hosting national events and gatherings
In central Yerevan, Freedom Square (Hanrapetutyan Hraparak) sits among government buildings and wide avenues; visitors pass for civic monuments, nearby museums and to observe public gatherings on Armenia's capital boulevards.
Freedom Square, Yerevan at a Glance#
Address: Freedom Square (Azatutyan Hraparak), Yerevan 0001, Armenia
Website: https://www.yerevan.am
Admission: Free (public square)
How to Get to Freedom Square, Yerevan#
Freedom Square lies in central Yerevan. From Republic Square (a 10-15 minute walk south along Abovyan Street) or from the opera area, it’s about 1.2 km. The nearest metro station is Republic Square (Yeritasardakan is slightly closer by foot from the north). Taxis and buses on Abovyan Street stop nearby.
Tips for Visiting Freedom Square, Yerevan#
- Visit at dawn for soft light and far fewer people; the fountains and copper statues photograph best then.
- Approach from the north via Abovyan Street to see the rear façade of the History Museum and the square unfurl.
- Watch for official events-political rallies and concerts often close parts of the square; check local news if planning around a specific date.
Best Time to Visit Freedom Square, Yerevan#
Best visited in spring or autumn for mild weather and good visibility of the city and surrounding hills.
Weather & Climate near Freedom Square, Yerevan#
Freedom Square, Yerevan's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - 1° | -5° | 21 mm | overcast | 60% | 1.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 3° | -4° | 25 mm | overcast | 55% | 1.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | -2° - 9° | 2° | 29 mm | overcast | 50% | 1.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 40 mm | overcast | 50% | 1.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.1h |
| May | Good | 9° - 21° | 15° | 54 mm | overcast | 49% | 1.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 13° - 27° | 20° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 42% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 30° | 23° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 37% | 2.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 30° | 23° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 35% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Ideal | 12° - 26° | 19° | 12 mm | some cloud | 38% | 1.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 1.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 0° - 11° | 5° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 54% | 1.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 4° | - | 20 mm | overcast | 61% | 1.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
