THE SPACE TO BE

THE SPACE TO BE

NEWS & EVENTS

Exhibition | Artis Gallery - Various Artists

Selection Show: 18 February – 28 March Artis Gallery has on display a selection of pieces from selected artists for the months of February and March. ‘Selection Show’ Artis Gallery 18 Feb – 28 Mar

Fashion on the Southern Line to Parnell

Join TeTuhi on the 6.20pm Southern Line train from Britomart Station (Service 140) for a travelling showcase of new collections by emerging local fashion designers Rawiri Brown, Emma Jing-Cornall and Taylor Groves. Commencing at Britomart Station in central Tāmaki Makaurau,…

Parnell Rotary to host AED fundraiser

Parnell needs a community defibrillator and with the very generous help of The Rotary Club of Parnell we can make this a reality. The Rotary Club of Parnell invites you to its fundraiser breakfast meeting on Wednesday 10 March. Offering…

Tuitui Museum Bistro & Cafè now open in the Museum's new South Atrium

Visitors to Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira now have the choice of sit-down bistro dining with the opening of Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café in the new Te Ao Mārama South Atrium. The renovated southern entrance marks the…

How does a suburb and its people bid adieu to not only a local icon, but an award-winning Auckland-wide institution?

If you head to the Antoine’s website, you’ll see this statement from Tony Astle himself: “We want to thank you all for the loyal support over the past 47 years, but the time has come for us to say good…

Rooftop with a view!

This summer, for a limited time only, you can experience The Incredible Rooftop Tour. From the Museum rooftop, hear the history and be amazed by the unbeatable views. Learn more about one of Auckland’s most beloved heritage buildings, while enjoying…

Faraday Street Festival is back!

Get excited as Parnell is getting it’s own Street Festival! It’s back on the agenda after being so rudely disrupted by the lockdown. Yep, The Faraday Street Festival is a pop-up event you need on your to-do list, stat. If…

Rumi a hidden Parnell delight

Not only is Rumi the only Persian restaurant in Parnell, it is the only Persian restaurant in New Zealand! Lincoln Tan, the NZ Herald’s ethnic affairs reporter and dedicated foodie recently visited and introduces us to the world of hidden…

La Cigale voted best weekend Market in Auckland!

Congratulations La Cigale, the results are in and it’s official! As recently published by Denizen, the results for their inaugural Everyday Heroes saw thousands of votes cast in support of local businesses, with the aim of shining a light on…

It’s finally here – the 36th America’s Cup presented by PRADA.

With the America’s Cup Race Village open and the racing about to begin, Auckland is ready to come alive as the battle to claim the world’s oldest sporting trophy returns once again to our shores. Here’s what Aucklanders and visitors…

Parnell Gallery open Pop Up space for Summer

Parnell Gallery are thrilled to announce the opening of a secondary space 50m up the road at 285 Parnell Road. With a strong focus on sculpture, 285 Parnell Road will be a revolving exhibition space over the upcoming summer months.…

Calling all LEGO® fans big and small - Brickman exhibition extended!

Are you following the America’s Cup action? Brand-new to the Museum, Auckland Museum have installed a new LEGO® brick model of Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75 boat, Te Rehutai. The boat was made with over 23,000 LEGO® bricks and stands…

As Covid-19 alert levels change in Auckland, businesses may change their hours and available customer contact. Hospitality service levels and customer access may have restrictions and advertised events may change. Please refer to businesses directly and check the official Covid-19 website for guidelines.

Auckland firms that experience a 30 percent drop in revenue over a 7-day period will be eligible for the Government’s Resurgence Support Payment.

THE RACE IS ON, WELCOME TO 2021

A PARNELL SUMMER

Welcome to 2021. We hope you’ve had a refreshing break, washed off 2020 and are in the thick of enjoying summer trading. Now that the America’s Cup World Series has passed and we are looking forward to Prada Cup and America’s Cup we thought it was high time we said welcome back and here’s to a fabulous summer of activity in not only the wider Auckland area, but of course, Parnell!

*Image supplied by Jonathan Grant Gallery.

Tony Blake – Britannia passes the finish line at Cowes with the Royal Yacht Victoria and Albert II looking on.

DINING

If you’re on the hunt for Auckland restaurants to fall in love with, look no further than Parnell with its award winning fine dining restaurants, bistros and a diverse range of dine in or take away offerings. From fine dining to cheap eats the options are many. Meet for drinks at a sophisticated local bar, fill your basket with fresh pastries from the local French market, or of course, enjoy brunch at some of the best cafes in Auckland.

Restaurants

Enjoy some of the best restaurants in Auckland in Parnell, where you come to dine locally for your favourite international flavour. With its award-winning fine dining restaurants, bistros and a diverse range of dine in or take away offerings.

Bars

Find your favourite beverage location or local bar in Parnell. Whether it be the perfect spot for after work cocktails or the local pub for a sports game you don’t want to miss, your Monday through Sunday ‘tipple options’ are some of the most loved in Auckland.

Cafes

Café culture in Auckland City is a very real thing which is why you’ll find some of the top cafes in Auckland right here in Parnell. Our local cafes are known and much loved, from your typical 10.30am brunch to afternoon tea deliciousness and the best coffee options in Auckland.

Assorted Chinese dishes in paper delivery boxes: sweet and sour chicken, dim sum, spring rolls, noodles, salad, rice, steamed buns, dips. Asian restaurant take away concept, top view

Food to Go

Parnell ‘food to go’ options have recently multiplied with some of our most loved local restaurants jumping on the ‘you order, we’ll deliver’ bandwagon. So from fine dining, to a quick burger, a curry or a pizza, Parnell provides the best places to eat in Auckland (from your own couch that is!)

SHOPPING

HOME & DESIGN

For your Interior

JEWELLERY

Diamonds are Forever

GALLERIES

Add some Art

NZ MADE & KIWIANA

Support NZ Artisans

What makes Parnell different?

Enjoy the best art galleries in Auckland, your favourite weekend Auckland markets and the most delectable Auckland restaurants all in one place. Parnell offers a unique Auckland shopping experience down several quaint laneways, whether it’s home décor, fine art, fresh flowers, a special gift or diamonds that you’re after.

Discover the main attractions

Look no further than Parnell for things to do in Auckland. From the Museum to the sea, Parnell has it all. Walk from Auckland Museum through Auckland’s first suburb to the famous Rose Gardens and view the Hauraki Bay or take a wander through the historic Parnell Village shopping precinct. A day strolling Parnell isn’t long enough.

Our locality in Auckland

A 10-minute walk from the Auckland CBD, one-off views of the Sky Tower on one side and Auckland Hospital and Auckland Museum on either side of The Domain, with easy public transport options connecting to neighbouring Newmarket and beyond, Parnell is the Auckland central suburb with it all.

THE SPACE TO BE

NEWS & EVENTS

THE RACE IS ON, WELCOME TO 2021

A PARNELL SUMMER

DINING

Restaurants

Bars

Cafes

Food to Go

SHOPPING

HOME & DESIGN

For your Interior

JEWELLERY

Diamonds are Forever

GALLERIES

Add some Art

NZ MADE & KIWIANA

Support NZ Artisans

What makes Parnell different?

Discover the main attractions

Our locality in Auckland

EXPLORE