Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours

Experience The Magic Of Hobbiton Movie Set

Welcome to The Shire™, home of the Hobbiton Movie Set where The Lord of the Rings™ and The Hobbit™ Trilogies were filmed. When location scouts found the Alexanders' spectacular 1250 acre sheep and beef farm nestled in the rolling green hills just outside of Matamata, New Zealand, it was clear this would be the perfect setting for Sir Peter Jackson's adaptation of these classic works by J.R.R. Tolkien.

Today, you can experience a guided tour of the location - see the sights, hear the stories and embark on an epic Middle-earth™ adventure of your own.

Experiences

Join us on an adventure! Journey through the 12-acre Movie Set on one of our guided tour experiences where you will explore the intricate detailing and hear how the movie magic was made here. Explore our many tour experiences and events here.

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

ADULT $130.00 YOUTH $65.00 FAMILY PASS $332.00 CHILD/INFANT FREE

Children must have a ticket allocated prior and be accompanied by a full paying adult. All priced displayed in New Zealand Dollars.

Duration:

2.5 HOURS

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霍比屯™电影拍摄外景地普通话导览团

成人（18岁及以上） $130.00 青少年（11至17岁） $65.00 家庭票（包括 2 名成人和 2 名青少年） $332.00 儿童/婴儿（0至10岁）如果您的团队里有儿童，请务必购票。免费

Duration:

2.5 小时

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour from Matamata Information Centre

All prices are shown in New Zealand Dollars

Adult $130.00 Youth $65.00 FAMILY PASS $332.00 CHILD/INFANT FREE

Children must have a ticket allocated prior and be accompanied by a full paying adult.

Duration:

4 HOURS

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour and Lunch Combo

All prices are shown in New Zealand Dollars

ADULT $170.00 YOUTH $105.00 CHILD/INFANT FREE

Children must have a ticket allocated prior and be accompanied by a full paying adult.

Duration:

3 HOURS 20 MINS

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Behind The Scenes Tour

Selected Departures Available

ADULT $290.00 YOUTH $232.00 CHILD $174.00 INFANT FREE

Bookings Essential

Duration:

4.5 HOURS

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Second Breakfast Tour

Selected departures available

ADULT $200.00 YOUTH $125.00 CHILD $75.00 INFANT FREE

Bookings Essential

Duration:

3.5 HOURS

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Evening Banquet Tour

Selected departures available

ADULT $240.00 YOUTH $182.00 CHILD $124.00 INFANT FREE

Bookings Essential

Duration:

4.5 HOURS

SPECIAL EVENT

Summer Harvest Festival 2027

Adult $310 Youth (11-17 years) $232 Child (3-10 years) $174 Infant (0-2 years) FREE

Duration:

5.5 HOURS

6.5 HOURS

SPECIAL EVENT

Mid-Winter Feast 2026

Adult $300 Youth (11-17 years) $232 Child (3-10 years) $174 Infant (0-2 years) FREE

Duration:

5 HOURS

6 HOURS

How do the tours work?

Hobbiton Movie Set is only accessible via a guided tour experience.

A tour of Hobbiton Movie Set comprises of:
- A short bus ride from your departure location to the movie set
- A 1.5 hour guided walking tour including time inside the interior of Bagshot Row
- A 20 minute visit to The Green Dragon Inn including a complimentary beverage
- At the end of your experience, you will walk with your guide back to the bus and take another short bus ride to your departure location

These times are approximate only and may differ slightly for your tour experience.

Tours that include a meal (like Evening Banquet Tour and Second Breakfast Tour or Tour + Lunch Combo) include additional time on the Movie Set but all experiences with us begin with a guided tour as detailed above.

When your tour arrives at Bagshot Row, your group will be split in two, and you will be escorted through one of two interiors to explore at your own pace. There is an allotted period of time for each tour group within the Hobbit Hole and your guide will advise when it is your group’s time to move on and explore the rest of the movie set.

All experiences except our Private Tour are a shared group service, meaning you will be joining a larger group of other visitors while on tour with us. For our Hobbiton Movie Set Tour and Tour + Lunch Combo experiences, the maximum group size is 41. For our Evening Banquet Tour the maximum group size is 48. For our Second Breakfast Tour and Behind The Scenes Tour the maximum group size is 28.
What can I expect from the walking tour?

We have some detailed information on what to expect from the walking tour and pathways on our Accessibility page here.
Can I just show up on the day?

Our Reservations and Ticketing team on site have access to the same availability that is shown on our website. We recommend only arriving to The Shires Rest or your preferred departure location if you have a confirmed booking in place. We are often unable to accommodate walk-ins.

As the Movie Set is located on private farmland, and to ensure all our guests have the complete experience, the only way to access Hobbiton Movie Set is with a fully guided tour. Our tours tend to book out so we recommend booking as far in advance as possible.
Will my tour still operate in wet weather?

Yes, we operate in all weather conditions. Umbrellas are provided in the event of rain and we highly recommend you dress appropriately for the weather, with enclosed footwear.

In the event of extreme weather conditions we reserve the right to make alternative tour arrangements for you.
How do I get to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set?

Visit our Getting Here page to view a map with driving routes from Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupo and Tauranga. You can also view a list here with transfer options from Auckland, Tauranga, and Hamilton.

Explore Hobbiton Movie Set & Beyond

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour

Join us and 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 film trilogies.

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour and Lunch Combo

Experience the magic of Hobbiton™ Movie Set with one of our daily shared tour departures from The Shire's Rest followed by a delicious buffet lunch served inside the festive Party Marquee.