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.

Please be aware there is ongoing maintenance and restoration work underway at Hobbiton Movie Set.

Please note: This tour is subject to the tour operator’s availability and is not automatically confirmed in real time. Please allow our team up to 24 hours to confirm your tour booking.

The Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour Includes

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. Our team will print your bus tickets upon arrival.

Board Our Bus and Journey to the Movie Set

Enjoy 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.

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!

Return Journey to The Shire’s Rest™

Board our coach and travel back through the Alexander family farm to conclude your adventure.

Before You Leave

Be sure to visit The Shire Store™ and The Shire’s Rest Café before continuing on your travels.

Tour Details Departing: The Shire’s Rest at Hobbiton Movie Set, 501 Buckland Road, Matamata

Times: Tours depart daily

Maximum Tour Capacity: 41 pax. 

Duration: 2.5 hours