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.
Parnell Baths
Enjoy an outing to Parnell Baths during your stay 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.
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.
Things to do
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium Tickets
Top hotels in Parnell
Auckland Rose Park Hotel
Excellent room with a great view of the sky tower.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Staff and room was great!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
The Cordis is my go to for business and private travel in central Auckland. Great service and very comfortable. Staff are incredibly obliging and professional.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Was not expecting shower over a bath .. especially without assistance handles. We have always had showers. I’m sure they would have moved us if we had complained as we are both elderly. Must remember to ask next stay. Food, service and airport shuttle were excellent.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
Great facilities and room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
clean room fresh food
Reviewed on 6 Jan 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.
