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Acclaimed Māori Cultural Performances return to Auckland Museum with a special offer for Aucklanders

Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum are thrilled to share, the internationally acclaimed Māori Cultural Performances has returned, after a COVID-19 imposed break. “We are thrilled to welcome back the incredible Raukura kapa haka group to Tāmaki Paenga Hira. The experience they…

Exhibition | Little Rosie — Sean Beldon

1—31 October Sean Beldon is an Auckland-based artist best known for his large New Zealand landscape paintings. His style is mostly painterly with a modernist feel. For more than a decade, Beldon has been photographing and painting landscapes from the…

Exhibition | Parnell Gallery—Longitude: North to South

18 October — 1 November Bringing together new works from Caroline Bellamy, Michelle Bellamy, Sara Langdon, Matt Payne, and Richard Shanks, ‘Longitude – North to South’ presents New Zealand’s natural environment through the unique vision of five accomplished landscape painters.…

Explore the latest in al fresco inspiration with summer’s most coveted outdoor furniture

The arrival of spring indicates that warmer days are on our doorstep, and we fully intend to indulge ourselves with the latest in luxury, al fresco living. Denizen recently shared their favourite outdoor furniture pieces, many of which can be…

Weekend Markets relaunch in Parnell Quarter

Buono is a brand new Italian-themed delicatessen in Parnell, and they’re reviving the beloved markets previously run by La Cigale. In September, the country’s newest premier delicatessen chain opened its retail store and relaunched the markets that were disestablished last…

Galtons want to wish you a Merry Christmas

Christmas is a time of family, tradition, and festive magic in Parnell and it just wouldn’t be the same without all that Galtons has to offer. Located once again at 195 Parnell Road and opening its doors to the public…

Discover Parnell in the Auckland Heritage Festival 2022

Auckland Heritage Festival is a great opportunity to explore the history of Tāmaki Makaurau from 1—16 October, with a range of events for all ages and budgets. This year’s theme is ‘Topography, Taonga and Trailblazers’, and there are plenty of…

T. rex-tra Time!

The rumours are true! Peter the T. rex has extended his stay until the end of 2023. If you haven’t had a chance to meet Peter, You’ve now got extra time to visit! Bring your friends and family along to…

Exhibition | Black Door Gallery - Rieko Woodford-Robinson

Solo Exhibition 12 October – 2 November Black Door Gallery are pleased to announce an upcoming solo exhibition of new works by Rieko Woodford-Robinson. It has been 2 years since the artist has culminated an exhibition that showcases her unique…

Java Room's not so secret culinary menu delights

Covid-19 changed the way people ordered food from Yati Samadian at her Java Room restaurant in Parnell. With the border closures many of her Indonesian customers who can’t travel back to their homeland and were craving for comfort food from…

Location upgrade for Parnell Workshop

After 18 years of operating from the former Caltex petrol station on Parnell Road, Parnell Workshop (formerly Parnell Village Workshop) has relocated to a new premise on St Georges Bay Road. Not only has Parnell Workshop been providing car mechanical…

Lofty living coming to Parnell

Coming soon to Parnell’s residential scene, Cheshire Lofts apartment complex is poised to make an impact from its corner site on Cheshire Street. Due to commence build later on this year, off-the-plan sales are already underway. “With studio to 3-bedroom…

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BUONO GASTRO MARKETS ARE HERE

Buono is a brand new Italian-themed delicatessen in Parnell, and they’re reviving the beloved markets previously run by La Cigale, starting 1 October.

Head to 69 St Georges Bay Road every Saturday and Sunday 8am—1:30pm for a quality selection of deli products and fresh seasonal produce, all brought to you by the producers themselves.⁠

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

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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.

NEWS & EVENTS

PARNELL UPDATES

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

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