Historical Sites and Heritage Locations, Landmarks and Buildings
The Captain Cook Memorial Jet commemorates the bicentenary of Captain Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia. It is one of Canberra's most well-known attractions. When operating at full capacity, the jet can reach a maximum height of 147 metres. The Captain Cook Memorial Jet was inaugurated in 1970 by Queen Elizabeth II. The Captain Cook Memorial Globe, on the shore of Lake Burley Griffin at Regatta Point, show the routes of Cook's three voyages of discovery.
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Note: Jet is on daily 2pm - 4pm
Captain Cook Memorial Jet
Lake Burley Griffin, near Regatta Point Parkes, Canberra Australian Capital Territory Australia VIEW CONTACT DETAILS
The Captain Cook Memorial Jet commemorates the bicentenary of Captain Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia. It is one of Canberra's most well-known attractions. When operating at full capacity, the jet can reach a maximum height of 147 metres. The Captain Cook Memorial Jet was inaugurated in 1970 by Queen Elizabeth II. The Captain Cook Memorial Globe, on the shore of Lake Burley Griffin at Regatta Point, show the routes of Cook's three voyages of discovery.
