Welcome to Parnell, Auckland!

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 over 45 restaurants, cafés and bars; Auckland’s largest art gallery precinct; boutiques, quality craft shops and a collection of Auckland's best jewellers.

Stop off at a Parnell Road café and check your email for free on Parnell Wireless.

Check out what's happening in Parnell tonight on the Parnell Gig Guide here. 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 (and parking discounts offered by restaurants and shops) 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 over the second weekend of November 2008.

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

Doing business in Parnell!
Of course, Parnell isn't all about shopping, dining at wonderful restaurants and perusing our galleries. Parnell is also a thriving business community and home to a diverse range of businesses and services. If you want to do business in Parnell, check our comprehensive listing of Parnell Mainstreet member businesses here or contact Parnell Mainstreet for a Parnell Business Directory.

If you're looking to relocate your business to Parnell, we've got plenty of good reasons for you to do so right here.
If you've just moved into the area, please let Parnell Mainstreet know. If you're located on Parnell Road, Parnell Rise or some adjoining streets you'll automatically be a member and get great benefits!

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 Parnell clubs, community and activity groups you can participate in here (and please tell us if we can add more).

Stay up to date with Parnell events and activities here!

Contact Us
If you have a query about Parnell contact Parnell Mainstreet. Phone 64-9-379 0606 or email info@parnell.net.nz.

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