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.
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.
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.
Auckland Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Auckland Museum in Auckland. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Parnell
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Thanks for the early check in, bus to downtown just across the park
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre
Was a last minute one noght stay, All the staff we encountered were friendly and happy. The room/s were so quiet, you wouldn'd have thought the place was booked out. Had enough beds for our group of 5, would consider staying again if in the area.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Loved the breakfast and bath in room.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
The location and on-site parking are good, but the overall condition of the hotel is a bit dated.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Clean nice hotel in a good location. There’s a bar and restaurant. We enjoyed the coffee shop that opened at 7:00
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Terribly trained staff….nice hotel and facilities but staff been untrained and unhelpful ruined the stay and I won’t be back
Reviewed on 13 Mar 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 Sky Tower and Queen Street Shopping District, 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.
