Parnell
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
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Auckland: Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Parnell
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Room No small table No microwave Have to eat any food end of bed
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Parnell Hotel & Conference Centre
Clean , comfortable and well appointed room. Lift straight from reception.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
We have been travelling to 6 different cities in NZ and this by far was the best hotel. Loved every thing about it from the layout of the rooms, amenities, courteous staff. The breakfast was included. It was amazing! It had the best value for your money. Well done !
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Grand Millennium Auckland
Beautifully pool!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Pullman Auckland Airport
Stayed there for one night before our flight next morning. Great room. Very quiet.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Nice stopover stay. Nice rooms and facilities. Only complaint is we booked shuttle with desk three times before it was actually put into system. When we asked to change our initial.time we were told no booking after we watched them enter it. This happened twice? As we checked next morning and told ...
Reviewed on 9 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 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.
