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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from the Shire's Rest

Discover and explore the real Middle-earth with the Hobbiton Movie Set and Farm Tour in the stunning Waikato region of New Zealand.

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What to expect

Experience the real Middle-earth™ at the Hobbiton Movie Set, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire™, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.

Fall in love with the Alexander family sheep farm, just as acclaimed director Sir Peter Jackson did, as you journey through the rolling green hills on your way to the Movie Set. Your guide will then escort you on a walking tour around the 12-acre set, showing the intricate detailing, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how the movie magic was made.

Designed and crafted by the renowned creative teams behind the film trilogies, all Hobbiton Movie Set tours now venture inside Bagshot Row, offering an authentic glimpse into the charming dwellings of Hobbits going about daily life in the Shire. Your guide will lead you through one of two Hobbit Holes offering time to explore the detailed interiors, with each home designed to create an identical experience.

Continue along the pathways past The Millhouse, across the double-arch stone bridge and into the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn, where you will enjoy a complimentary, exclusive beverage from our Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ range to conclude your own Middle-earth adventure.

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What's included

  • Guided tour through 12 acre site where the Hobbiton Movie Set was created
  • Return to The Shire's Rest with opportunity to visit the Shire Store
  • Complimentary beverage at the legendary Green Dragon Inn
  • NEW Explore the interior of a Hobbit Hole with your tour guide
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Visit date

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Time

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  • Tours depart 7 days per week
  • 8:30am | 8:40am | 9:00am | 9:10am | 9:30am | 9:40am | 10:00am | 10:40am | 11:00am | 11:10am | 11:30am | 12:00pm | 12:10pm | 12:30pm | 12:40pm | 1:00pm | 1:10pm | 1:30pm | 1:40pm | 2:00pm | 2:10pm | 2:30pm | 2:40pm | 3:00pm | 3:10pm | 3:30pm | 3:40pm | 4:00pm | 4:10pm | 4:30pm | 4:40pm | 5:00pm
  • Please note that tour times are subject to availability and your desired time may not be available upon request.
  • 2.5 hours from The Shire's Rest and 4 hours approx from Matamata i-site
  • Please note: Visitors are required to remain for the entirety of the tour experience
  • Hobbiton Movie Set is open every day (excluding Christmas Day)

Departure Location

  • The Shire's Rest - 501 Buckland Rd, Hinuera, Matamata
  • Please arrive no later than 15 minutes before your tour is due to depart

Product Session Options

Adult 101.46 - price 106.8 - retailPrice Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from The Shires Rest and Matamata i-site
Youth (11-17 years) 50.73 - price 53.4 - retailPrice Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from The Shires Rest and Matamata i-site
Child (0-10 years) 0 - price 0 - retailPrice Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from The Shires Rest and Matamata i-site

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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from The Shires Rest and Matamata i-site