Hobbiton Movie Set
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from the Shire's Rest
Help code: 367D-152F
- The Lord of the Rings movie sets
- The Hobbit trilogies movie sets
- Scenic Mamaku Ranges
- Knowledgable & experienced tour guide
- Waikato farmland
- Included transfers
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Discover and explore the real Middle-earth at the original Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Set in the quaint regional North Island town of Matamata, it is easy to see why this picturesque, rolling, Waikato farmland was chosen to bring Tolkien’s Hobbiton to life. Visit the home of Bilbo Baggins and Frodo, take a wander around the Shire and even sit under the famous “Party Tree”.
There are plenty of amazing photo opportunities to be had and your friendly guide is full of insights into the making of the films in this spectacular location. After filming was completed for Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit”, Hobbiton was left behind, beautifully re-designed and constructed with thoughtful consideration to the smallest detail and is now available for the enjoyment of visitors and fans alike.
Venture Beyond The Door
The door has opened on a new adventure and we invite you to step inside and explore the humble home of a typical Hobbit™ family. All tours of Hobbiton Movie Set now include an interior Hobbit Hole™ experience, designed and crafted by the renowned creative teams behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies. Located on Bagshot Row™, these Hobbit Holes offer an authentic glimpse into the charming dwellings of Hobbits going about their daily lives in the Shire™.
Mind your head as you wander and weave through the maze of rooms and hallways, all constructed with a Hobbit’s stature in mind. Each delicate stroke of a paintbrush has left intricate hand-painted details and carvings into the walls, complimented with a plethora of colourful hand-stitched linens and decorative flourishes throughout.
Hints of the inhabitants’ family lineage is seeded throughout, with heirlooms and trinkets from generations of Hobbits from yesteryear, a well-stocked pantry with all the fixings to cater for their seven daily meals, and a cracking hearth all give a peek into the lives these halflings lead…
Inclusions
- 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
Highlights
- Tour of the beautiful film set and surrounds including 44 unique Hobbit Holes
- After your tour of the film set your host will then take you to The Shire's Rest with time to visit The Shire Store
- The Hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn, Mill and other structures created for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films can be viewed and you will see how this beautiful piece of Waikato farmland was transformed into The Shire from Middle-earth
- Hobbiton is the largest living movie set in the world and operates with a sustainable focus
Time
Please advise your booking agent of your desired times from below options
- 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.
- Please allow 2.5 hours for this experience
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
Additional Information
- Children under 10years are free of charge with full paying adult
Booking Information
- Refunds will be paid at 100% if a cancellation is made 24 hrs prior to departure time
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
“If you are a fan of the Lord if the Rings, you must do this tour. Be transported into Middle Earth and get up close and personal to one of the worlds most famous movie sets designed in nature.”