Jacka
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Lake Burley Griffin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.
Things to do
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Top hotels in Jacka
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Happy with our stay recently, very clean and extremely reasonable in cost. Handy to everything but at an agreeable,e rate per night, would stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Nov, 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Friendly and Helpful Staff. Lovely food, great location to Woden Hospital (reason we were in Canberra for) Liked free parking too. Very family friendly, kids loved the pool
Reviewed on 28 Nov, 2025
Hotel Realm
The hotel was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Food was great but definitely on the more expensive side. The only thing I will say is as we were staying 2 nights we did ask the housekeeping person outside our room when we were leaving for the day to make up our room. She replaced towels, however ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov, 2025
Deco Hotel
The room was spotless and staff were available for support all day
Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025
Abode Woden
Room was spotless and staff friendly
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
QT Canberra
Nice clean room. Good location in Canberra.
Reviewed on 23 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jacka
Gungahlin
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Gungahlin. You might consider stopping by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Bargang while you're exploring the area.
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.
Braddon
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.
Canberra City Centre
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.
