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Hobbiton: Behind the Scenes Tour
Join us for a premium adventure in the Shire with a banquet lunch, exclusive visit to the Art Department and a special dessert with a view!
What to expect
After a fully guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set and private lunch experience in The Millhouse, guests on this new, premium adventure in The Shire will step foot into a real Art Department workshop for a peek behind the curtain of how the Hobbiton magic comes to life.
Conclude the tour with a Hobbit style platter of cheese, chutneys and fruit overlooking a stunning vista from a secret spot, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of The Shire.
What's included
- Short bus ride through picturesque landscape to your tour start point
- Guided walking tour through the 12-acre movie set
- A complimentary beverage from our famous Hobbit Southfarthing Range at The Green Dragon Inn
- Banquet lunch in The Millhouse
- A glimpse behind the scenes at the Art Department
- A leisurely self-guided stroll through an area of the Set not accessed by our other tour experiences
- A delicious cheese platter overlooking the Shire
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Note
To ensure our slice of Middle-earth™ magic remains enchanting for years to come, the team at Hobbiton Movie Set Tours is undertaking ongoing maintenance and restoration work across the site.
Occasionally, visitors may notice construction equipment or hear some activity during their tour. Rest assured, we're working in designated areas to minimize any impact on the experience.
The great news? Tours continue as scheduled, and guests will still enjoy the complete Hobbiton experience—plus the unique opportunity to witness the dedicated care that keeps this beloved film location in pristine condition. This essential work safeguards the delicate features of the Hobbit Holes and reinforces the hillsides, ensuring the set remains faithful to the films for generations to come.
Time
- 3.5 hours - including transport between The Shire's Rest and the Movie Set.
- Tour departs 4x throughout the week. Advanced booking essential#
- Please note: Visitors are required to remain for the entirety of the tour experience.
- Please ensure you arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to your chosen departure time
Location
- The Shire's Rest - 501 Buckland Rd, Hinuera, Matamata
Sample Menu
Banquet Lunch
Served inside The Millhouse
- Selection of housemade breads and condiments
- Golden roast chicken (DF/GF)
- Rosemary Crusted Roast Lamb
- Smoked Fish (DF/GF)
- Cottage Pie
- Vegetable Soup
- Selection of roast vegetables (DF/GF/VGN)
- Garlic and thyme roasted potatoes (DF/GF/VGN)
- Braised Cabbage
- Herb and Garlic mushrooms (DF/GF/VGN)
- Fresh green salad (DF/GF/VGN)
- Hard Boiled Eggs
Served overlooking The Shire
- Selection of New Zealand Cheeses
- Seasonal Fresh Fruit
- Selection of Crackers
- Assortment of Relishes, Chutneys and Fruit Jelly
- Special dietary requirements can be catered for. Please include details at check out.
- This menu is indicative only and subject to seasonal changes without notice
