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.
Wintergarden
Explore the great outdoors at Wintergarden, a lovely green space in Auckland. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Parnell
Auckland Rose Park Hotel
Excellent location near downtown and across the street from a beautiful rose garden. The restaurant was very good too.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
You made me feel welcomed and looked after by the fantastic staff. You can tell that all the staff have pride in the hotel by the way it is looked after.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre
Very spacious, modern, clean and quiet. Also beds were super comfortable (and both large, rather than the more typical 1 queen/1 twin). Also free parking! Only disadvantage was distance from CBD.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Airport shuttle eady to find rooms clean, lovely room service breakfast. Unable to get food after 10pm being on late flight
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Novotel Auckland Airport
staff really friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Clean and tidy. Love the pool.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parnell
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Symonds Street Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Parnell Travel Guide
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