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 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 then escort you on a shared walking tour around the movie set, showing 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 be presented with a complimentary, exclusive beverage from our Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ range before following your guide up to the Party Marquee™.
The Party Marquee™ is adjacent to The Green Dragon™ Inn with an exquisite view across the water. The painted canvas exterior, vibrant bunting and colourful lanterns mean visitors are immersed in the festive magic of the movies. Your meal is served buffet style from a specially themed table, bursting with Hobbit fare, with shared table seating to dine family style with your group to conclude your Middle-earth™ adventure.
Please be aware there is ongoing maintenance and restoration work underway at Hobbiton Movie Set.
Please note: Pre-booking your tour is essential. Our tours can sell out well in advance, so we highly recommend pre-booking to avoid disappointment.
Tour + Meal options are only available in conjunction with selected Shire’s Rest™ departures.
Please be aware this experience involves a shared dining experience inside the Party Marquee™. You will be seated at a banquet table with others from your tour departure and the meal is self-service from the buffet.
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.
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. 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.
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!
Enjoy a Buffet Lunch Inside the Festive Interiors of The Party Marquee™
Follow the instructions of your guide as you make your way to The Party Marquee™. You will be seated at a banquet table with others from your tour departure group and the meal is self-service from the buffet.
See menu below.
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 Café before you continue on your travels.
Tour Details Departing: The Shire’s Rest, 501 Buckland Road, Matamata
Times: 10.10am, 11.10am and 11.40am daily Maximum
Tour Capacity: 41 pax Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
Bookings 33 Pax or over require a private group tour.
Marquee Festive Feast Lunch Available in conjunction with selected Signature Tours departing from The Shire’s Rest.
Lunch is served buffet style with shared table seating. The Marquee Festive Feast is available from 11am until 3pm and must be booked at time of your tour reservation.
Times: Subject to availability for bookings of 16+ pax in conjunction with selected Signature Tour departures.
Minimum Booking Size: 16 pax required per booking
Duration: 1 hour approx. dine time either before or after Signature Tour.
