Parnell
Auckland
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.
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
Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Top hotels in Parnell
Auckland Rose Park Hotel
Rooms very clean, beds super comfy, all the staff we encountered were very pleasant and helpful. Hotel overfall is looking fab with the new refurbishment, restaurant is very nice with good food esp the breakfast buffet, well worth it.
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Parnell Auckland
Staff and room was great!
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
Clean room and great staff.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
Breakfast options were varied. Full English breakfast, cereals, fruit, pastries, toast etc. coffee or tea available. Rooms were clean and hotel was quiet. Staff were efficient.
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport
This hotel is very nice. The rooms are large and the service staff is attentive. It is farther away from restaurants. Which means you'll have to order food and drinks from the hotel, which is can be pricey. If you'd like more food options at a reasonable price, stay at the IBIS.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Novotel Auckland Airport
Great
Reviewed on 5 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.
