Jaca, Aragon
Provincia de Huesca · Aragon · Spain · 13,396 residents
Cathedral of Jaca
Royal Monastery of San Juan de la Peña
Museo Diocesano de Jaca.jpg/500px-Monte_Oroel_(8999784321).jpg)
Sierras de San Juan de La Peña y Peña Oroel_13.jpg/500px-Jaca_-_Monasterio_de_San_Salvador_y_San_Gin%C3%A9s_(Benedictinas)_13.jpg)
Monasterio de las BenedictinasJaca is a small town in Provincia de Huesca, Aragon, Spain, home to around 13,396 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including Cathedral of Jaca and Royal Monastery of San Juan de la Peña. The nearest airport is Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 1 h 36 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Cathedral of Jaca, Royal Monastery of San Juan de la Peña and Museo Diocesano de Jaca.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Zaragoza (ZAZ) is 67 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Jaca
Ranked by how well known they are.
1cathedral- 2monastery
Royal Monastery of San Juan de la Peña
8 miles from the centre · Photo
romanesque monastery in Spain. Cultural heritage
- 3museum
- 4protected area
Sierras de San Juan de La Peña y Peña Oroel
8 miles from the centre · Photo
Site of Community Importance
- 6monastery
Gas
protected area · 1 mile from the centre
Monasterio de San Pedro (Jaca)
monastery · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Jaca
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Jaca can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Jaca
Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Jaca are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Jaca and the villages around it is a hire car from Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 1 h 36 min away.
Best time to visit Jaca
July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 9°CJan87 mm
- 11°CFeb85 mm
- 14°CMar114 mm
- 17°CApr41 mm
- 20°CMay80 mm
- 25°CJun95 mm
- 30°CJul29 mm
- 30°CAug52 mm
- 22°CSept171 mm
- 19°COct213 mm
- 14°CNov75 mm
- 10°CDec57 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9°C | 0°C | 87 mm | 7 h |
| Feb | 11°C | 0°C | 85 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 14°C | 3°C | 114 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 17°C | 5°C | 41 mm | 11 h |
| May | 20°C | 7°C | 80 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 13°C | 95 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 16°C | 29 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 30°C | 17°C | 52 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 11°C | 171 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 19°C | 9°C | 213 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 14°C | 4°C | 75 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 10°C | 1°C | 57 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Zaragoza (ZAZ)67 miles, about 1 h 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)130 miles, about 3 h 4 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)132 miles, about 3 h 8 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 43 min without stops.
Jaca is good for
Around Jaca
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Jaca worth visiting?
Yes. Jaca is known for Cathedral of Jaca, Royal Monastery of San Juan de la Peña and Museo Diocesano de Jaca. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Jaca?
July, with daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Jaca from the UK?
Fly to Zaragoza (ZAZ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 36 min by road. Bilbao (BIO) is an alternative, 130 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 43 min.
Is Jaca good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Jaca?
Huesca (31 miles), Aínsa (37 miles), Panticosa (17 miles) and Ochagavía (36 miles) are all within an hour or so.