Hobbiton Movie Set Tours

New Zealand has become synonymous with the Middle-earth of JRR Tolkien’s famous books since the release of the blockbuster Lord of the Rings film trilogy, directed by New Zealander Sir Peter Jackson. All around the country are scenic spots that were transformed into sets for the three movies and the subsequent Hobbit sequels.

Tucked away on picturesque private farmland near the small town of Matamata in the North Island, the Hobbiton Movie Set is the most famous of these Lord of the Rings filming locations. Today you can still visit the private farm where ‘The Shire’ was created and see where the movie magic was made. During the guided Hobbiton tours you’ll see the famous Hobbit holes, along with the Mill and The Green Dragon and other sights you’ll recognise from the films. Read about the history of Hobbiton.

Hobbiton Movie Set tours depart daily from Auckland and Rotorua, with options to include Waitomo Caves and Rotorua sightseeing.

8 Day Tours to experience

Travel from Auckland to the Hobbiton Movie Set and see locations from the epic Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films.
  • 9 hours 15 minutes
  • See Hobbiton, and Banquet Feast in the Party Marquee
  • Full day tour that operates daily from Auckland

from $233 NZD

NEW TOUR
Travelling from Auckland to Rotorua, explore the Hobbiton Movie Set & experience the spirit of Te Puia at night
  • 13 hours 15 minutes
  • Guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Unique Evening Experience at Te Puia

from $469 NZD

Travel from Auckland to Rotorua, visiting the Hobbiton Movie Set with lunch in the Party Marquee
  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Hobbiton guided tour and lunch
  • Full day tour that operates daily

from $233 NZD

Visit the glowworms and the home of hobbits and on a magical full day tour from Auckland
  • 12 hours
  • Full Day Tour
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves guided tour
  • Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour

from $334 NZD

MUST-SEE
Travel from Auckland to Rotorua, taking in the amazing Waitomo Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set
  • 10 hours 15 minutes
  • Waitomo Caves guided tour
  • Hobbiton Movie Set guided tour
  • Tasty picnic lunch included

from $334 NZD

Travel from Rotorua across mountain ranges to the Hobbiton Movie Set and see locations from the epic Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films.
  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • See Hobbiton, and Lunch in the Party Marquee
  • Complimentary hotel pick up/drop off available

from $228 NZD

Travel from Rotorua to Auckland, taking in the amazing Hobbiton Movie Set
  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Hobbiton guided tour and lunch
  • Free Wi Fi on board coaches

from $228 NZD

NEW TOUR
Roam the fields of Middle Earth as you explore Hobbiton Movie Set & feel the spirit of Te Puia at night and experience a living legacy of people, culture and place
  • 12 hours 15 minutes
  • Guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Unique Indigenous Experience at Te Puia

from $469 NZD

Free cancellation

You'll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 2 hours in advance of your tour experience.