Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours

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501 Buckland Road, Hinuera, Matamata
Hours of operation
7 days a week
Months of operation
All Year
Phone number
+64 7 888 1505
For your own Middle-earth adventure, daily tours are available to visit the original Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy and The Hobbit films.
Experience Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Your guided tour starts with a drive through our picturesque 1,250 acre sheep farm with spectacular views across to the Kaimai Ranges. 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. 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 Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ range to conclude your Middle-earth adventure.
Pricing
$120 - 230 (Adult)
Proximity to Airport:
42km from Hamilton Airport. 87km from Rotorua Airport. 168km from Auckland Airport.
Proximity to Town:
16km from Matamata.
Proximity To Coach Terminal:
16km from Matamata isite.
Activity Duration:
As required by client.
Parking:
Free parking.
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