Parnel :: The Creative Quarter

Welcome to Aucklands Creative Quarter

New Zealand's oldest suburb is famed for its galleries, cafés, restaurants and charming boutique-style stores. Enjoy the special unhurried village character of Parnell's shopping centre, where you're sure to find something quite unique. Wander a little further to explore Parnell's beautiful parks and remarkable historic buildings.

Downtown Auckland is only 10 minutes away on the Link Bus which runs through Parnell every 10 minutes from Monday to Saturday; and every 15 minutes evenings and Sundays.

Parnell's up-market village shopping area features an international line-up of more than 40 restaurants, cafés and bars; Aucklands largest art gallery precinct; boutiques, quality craft shops and a collection of Auckland's best jewellers.

Check out Parnell's Nightlife. On the second Thursday of each month, Parnell's galleries stay open until 7.30pm for late night art. There's music in the street and a lively atmosphere - the perfect entrée to a night at one of Parnell's wonderful restaurants.

Find out about forthcoming events in Parnell here!

Looking for a car park in Parnell? Did you know you can pay for as much parking time as you want on Parnell Road's Pay & Display meters! If you don't find a park right outside your favourite café, check prices at Parnell car parks here.

For a change of pace, explore Parnell's rich history. Take a guided Parnell heritage walk or print off a guide to take your own stroll through our neighbourhood and discover Parnell's iconic heritage buildings. Must see's include St Mary's in Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland War Memorial Museum, and our renown Parnell Rose Gardens - overlooking Auckland Harbour and picture perfect in summer. Auckland City Council's Parnell Festival of Roses celebrates the new season's blooms on October 31 and November 1, 2009.

To enjoy all this, stay close by in boutique Parnell accommodation - we're only a short 10-minute bus ride from downtown Auckland!

Living in Parnell

Parnell has a special feel to it. It's a very friendly community where many residents have a long and happy history in the area. We've collected a list of activities to take part in - Parnell clubs, classes and groups - you can participate in (and please tell us if we can add more).

And there are always plenty of new things happening in Parnell, so check our events page for the latest!

Contact Us

If you have a query about Parnell contact Parnell Inc.. Phone 64-9-379 0606, use our email contact form or email direct at info@parnell.net.nz.