Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour

Departure

Departs from The Shire's Rest
501 Buckland Road, Matamata

Tour departure dates are available a minimum of 10 months in advance to book. To view available tour departures, please use the date selector above.

Please report to The Shire's Rest ticketing office no later than 20 minutes before your tour is due to depart. This is a fully guided walking tour and sensible footwear is recommended.

Price

$120.00

ADULT18+ years

$60.00

YOUTH(11-17 years)

FREE

CHILD/INFANT(0-10 years) REQUIRES TICKET

$306.00

FAMILY PASS(includes 2x Adults and 2x Youth)

OUR MOST POPULAR EXPERIENCE

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.

Fall in love with the Alexander family sheep farm, just as acclaimed director Sir Peter Jackson did, as you journey on a short bus ride through the unequivocal beauty of the land, with the mighty Kaimai Ranges towering in the distance. Your guide will escort you on a shared walking tour around the movie set, showcasing the intricate details, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how movie magic was made here.

Journey past the colourful Hobbit Hole™ doors that scatter the hillsides, including the iconic Bag End, home of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, before arriving at Bagshot Row™ for a glimpse of the interior of a humble Hobbit’s home.

Designed and crafted by the renowned creative teams behind the film trilogies, Bagshot Row offers 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.

View our conditions of entry and cancellation policy here.

The Hobbiton Movie Set Tour includes:

Hobbiton Movie Set is only accessible via guided tour.

Check in at The Shire's Rest Ticketing Office

501 Buckland Road, Matamata

Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your departure time and have your booking reference number on hand and our team will print your bus tickets.

The Shire's Rest™

Board our bus and journey to the movie set

A short 10-minute bus ride through the picturesque Alexander family farm.

Guided walking tour through the 12-acre movie set

Please remain with your tour guide for the duration of your experience.

View accessibility information here.

Explore the interior of a Hobbit's home on Bagshot Row

Follow your guide as you journey through the interiors of a humble Hobbit's home.

Visit The Green Dragon Inn

Enjoy a complimentary beverage from our famous Hobbit Southfarthing Range at The Green Dragon Inn - home to the brew for the brave and true!

The Green Dragon™ Inn

Board our coach and return to The Shire's Rest

Journey back through the Alexander family farm to conclude your adventure.

Return to The Shire's Rest

Be sure to visit The Shire Store and The Shire's Rest Cafe before you continue on your travels.

Venture Beyond the Door

The door has opened on a new adventure and all tours now include exploring the interior of a Hobbit Hole on Bagshot Row. We invite you to step inside and explore the humble home of a typical Hobbit™ family.

Bagshot Row™

For tours departing Matamata isite

Tours depart once daily from Matamata isite, located in Matamata town centre.

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Do I have to go on a tour or can I go by myself?

To ensure all our guests have the complete experience the only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a fully guided walking tour. The movie set is located on private farm land and is not publicly accessible outside of our guided tour experiences.
Is there parking at The Shire's Rest?

Yes, we have ample free parking at The Shire’s Rest available for customers, including space for camper vans and large vehicles. Overnight parking is not permitted on site. There are two EV charging stations available in The Shire's Rest carpark.
What does 'No Departure' or 'Fully Booked' mean when searching for tour on your website?

When you are searching for a tour on our website, there are four status options that may appear - No Departure, Fully Booked, Book Now - Limited Places and Book Now.

No Departure - the tour experience you are searching for is not available on that date.

Fully Booked - all tickets for that tour experience on that date are sold out.

Book Now - Limited Places will appear with a gold button and red writing below. This means that there are only a small amount of tickets left (9 or less) for that tour experience on that date. We recommend booking as soon as possible if you are hoping to join one of these tours as when tickets are fully booked, we cannot increase capacity.

Book Now will appear with a gold button with white writing on it. This means that there are greater than 10 seats available for that tour experience on that date. We still recommend pre-booking as far in advance as you can to avoid missing the tour day and time that best suits your itinerary.
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.
What do I need to bring with me?

Hobbiton Movie Set is an outdoor walking tour through meandering paths. For this reason, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes for our tour, and checking the weather forecast ahead of your visit. You can find 10 Day weather forecast information for the Matamata area on Metservice.

In the Summer months, we recommend sunscreen and a hat as the sun can become quite hot, as well as making sure you are well hydrated. In Autumn, Winter and Spring, it's best to be prepared with a rainproof outer layer and enclosed shoes as the paths can become muddy. In the event of rain, we have wide umbrellas available that you can use for the duration of your tour.

In order to be served alcohol, Hobbiton Movie Set require all customers to produce a form of valid ID. The following forms of ID are accepted; current passport, New Zealand Drivers License and Hospitality New Zealand 18+ Card.

We also recommend our guests bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as our Movie Set is the perfect place to get some great travel photos! Drones and tripods are not permitted.

Please be aware that anything you take with you on our bus must be carried by you for the duration of your tour experience.
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.
What is included in a Family Pass?

A Family Pass includes 2x Adults (18+ years) and 2x Youth (11-17 years) tickets for just $306. You can book this special rate for our 2.5 hour Hobbiton Movie Set Tour departing The Shire's Rest or 3.5 hour Hobbiton Movie Set Tour departing Matamata isite by selecting the Fare Type when checking availability for your preferred date. Any additional people travelling with your group can be booked at the same time. Children aged 10 and under are FREE but must have a ticket booked at time of purchase. Please note the Family Pass is exclusively available for bookings at hobbitontours.com and is only valid for the combination of fare types and age ranges indicated above.

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