Parnell Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Despite what you might think, there's more to this museum than guns and warplanes (though those are pretty impressive too).
Auckland Domain
Once the site of an active volcano, Auckland Domain is now home to a wealth of exotic plantlife, sculpture and a wide-ranging museum.
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.
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.
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
Full-day Auckland City & Rainforest Tour by Car
Auckland City Sightseeing by hourly booking
Private Tour: Auckland City and Countryside Tour
Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket
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Other neighbourhoods around Parnell
Grafton
If you're spending some time in Grafton, Grafton Bridge and Auckland Domain are top sights worth seeing.
Newmarket
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Newmarket. You might consider stopping by Westfield Newmarket while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal, and jump on the metro at Gaunt Street Tram Stop or Halsey Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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 Remuera Village Shopping Centre.
Ponsonby
Unique features of Ponsonby include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Ponsonby Road or All Saints Anglican Church while you're exploring the area.
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- More holiday ideas
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Auckland Domain
- Parnell Rose Gardens
- Holy Trinity Cathedral
- Dove-Myer Robinson Park
- Grafton Gate
- Parnell Baths
- Ewelme Cottage
- Kinder House
- Sky Tower
- Auckland Ferry Terminal
- Eden Park
- SkyCity Casino
- Princes Wharf
- Queen Street Shopping District
- Auckland Zoo
- Mt. Smart Stadium
- University of Auckland
- Rainbow's End
- Mt. Eden Domain
- Sylvia Park Shopping Center
- Spark Arena
- Auckland City Hospital
- Orewa Beach
- Piha Beach
- Queens Wharf
- Takapuna Beach
- Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
- North Shore Hospital
- Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World