Parnell Travel Guide
Auckland
Popular places to visit
Auckland Domain
This park was once an active volcano, and today it features exotic trees, sculptural artworks and a museum.
Auckland War Memorial Museum
As well as military artifacts, this museum offers insight into New Zealand’s natural history, Maori culture, and craftwork, such as jewelry and weaving.
Auckland Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Auckland Museum in Auckland. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Holy Trinity Cathedral
Spend some time in quiet contemplation, appreciating the way light pours in through the massive stained-glass façade of this spacious and modern cathedral.
Dove-Myer Robinson Park
Explore the great outdoors at Dove-Myer Robinson Park, a lovely green space in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Parnell Baths
Enjoy an outing to Parnell Baths during your stay in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Parnell
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre
Clean room. Nice and big for 5 of us. Handy to Parnell shops.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Loved this amazing place. Everything was so well thought out. I had a kitchenette and laundry facilities. Smart TV. Would be good to have some USB ports. I would definitely return here.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Auckland Rose Park Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Possibly the best check in experience i've had at a hotel. Rhys couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming - a real credit to the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Room was very nice and the staff was very helpful. We asked for a late checkout and they were very accommodating. It was in a great location.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Courteous and efficient staff. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Very quiet. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parnell
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Auckland Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Auckland Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Queen Street Shopping District and High Street, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Viaduct Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Viaduct Harbour. Check out New Zealand Maritime Museum or Princes Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Halsey Street Tram Stop to get around town.
Remuera
Remuera is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Remuera Village Shopping Centre and Ellerslie Racecourse.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
