Parnell Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Auckland Domain
A park built on the site of what was once an active volcano, today is a beautiful spot with towering trees, sculptural works and even a museum.
Auckland War Memorial Museum
A captivating museum in the heart of Auckland Domain park, where you can explore the rich heritage of New Zealand and traditional Maori culture.
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.
Activities
Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Our pick of the best Parnell Hotel Deals
Auckland Rose Park Hotel
Room was nice and so was the staff. Lots of parking, but also within walkable distance of the nearby downtown/business district.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Clean room. Great location and very well equipped.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre
Great location, fabulous views, friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Always perfect at Cordis.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
SkyCity Hotel
Great staff, amenities, clean room great people, always willing to help. Concierge was wonderful. Hold your bags if you come in early good location it’s a happening place so much things going on all the time.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Great place to stay. We stay here when we go overseas. Great food and a very comfortable place to stay
Reviewed on 18 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.
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- Albert Park
- Visit Bayswater
- Visit Birkenhead
- Visit Blockhouse Bay
- Visit Botany Downs
- Visit Bucklands Beach
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- Visit Devonport
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- Visit East Tamaki
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