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.
Parnell Baths
Enjoy an outing to Parnell Baths during your stay in Auckland. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Auckland City Highlights Tour by Car or Van
Auckland Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour)
Top hotels in Parnell
Auckland Rose Park Hotel
We didn’t use the laundry and our room didn’t have a kitchen. However, the restaurant within the hotel is excellent! The prices are very reasonable and the service is wonderful!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre
Lots of parking but most on a steep hill, building was ok, a touch dated but priced accordingly. Tried to add a night onto tail end of stay but rate was 1.5x what we had paid originally so did not extend the stay. Would stay again, great view from the 2 bed unit
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Clean room. Helpful Staff
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Fantastic gluten free breakfast. They even made us gluten free pancakes.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
This place is wonderful! Breakfast is a full Buffet . Staff was one of the best we have worked with!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland
Nice relaxing
Reviewed on 11 Apr 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 Ellerslie Racecourse and Ellerslie Events Centre.
Ponsonby
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Ponsonby. You might consider stopping by Ponsonby Road while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
